ByWard Market Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A street with The Grand, The Aldeburiner, and The Pour House.
A red and white striped awning of a cafe named BeaverTails pastry.
A fruit market with various berries and grapes.
A variety of maple syrup bottles with gold foil and maple leaf designs, priced at $3.00 for 3 bottles.
Baskets of strawberries with labels indicating they are from Quebec.

Stay near popular ByWard Market attractions

A street with The Grand, The Aldeburiner, and The Pour House.

Byward Market Square

9.0/10 (10,339 reviews)
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
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Activities

Canadian War Museum Admission

Canadian War Museum Admission

AU$26
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

AU$38
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Grand Hall

Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)

AU$29
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Hidden Ottawa Secrets Walking Tour

Hidden Ottawa Secrets Walking Tour

AU$38
per adult
Hidden Ottawa Secrets Walking Tour
Haunted Walk at Beechwood Cemetery National Historic Site

Beechwood Cemetery Haunted Walk with Mausoleum Visit

AU$38
per adult
Beechwood Cemetery Haunted Walk with Mausoleum Visit
Full-Day Montreal and Cruise Tour

Full-Day Montreal City Tour from Ottawa and optional city cruise

AU$112
per adult
Full-Day Montreal City Tour from Ottawa and optional city cruise
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Our pick of the best ByWard Market Hotel Deals

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT

4 out of 5
325 Dalhousie Street Ottawa ON
The price is AU$242 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$242
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
AC Hotel BY Marriott Ottawa Dwtn

AC Hotel BY Marriott Ottawa Dwtn

4 out of 5
201 RIDEAU STREET OTTAWA ON
The price is AU$218 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$218
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Byward Market Square and Rideau Centre are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (894 reviews)
"Beautiful lobby and restaurant area. Rooms were modern and spotless. Fabulous gym and pool area. Walking distance to all the important tourist sights. good underground parking with easy access elevators"

Reviewed on 25 July 2026

AC Hotel BY Marriott Ottawa Dwtn
Byward Blue Inn

Byward Blue Inn

3 out of 5
157 Clarence St. Ottawa ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$207 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
AU$207
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Byward Blue Inn
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Ottawa

Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Ottawa

3 out of 5
350 Dalhousie St Ottawa ON
The price is AU$229 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$229
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Ottawa
Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St Ottawa ON
The price is AU$291 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$291
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre

Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street Gatineau QC
The price is AU$130 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$130
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Byward Market Square ...
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
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Our guide on where to stay in ByWard Market

Find the best ByWard Market areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large Gothic-style church with twin spires and a clock tower.

Downtown Ottawa

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ottawa. Check out top attractions like Byward Market Square and Parliament Hill, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.

The exterior of the Canadian Tire Centre with hockey player images and the text "Ottawa Rising" and "Ottawa Debout".

Kanata

Kanata is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Canadian Tire Centre and Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre while you're in town.

A canal with boats, a bridge, and historic buildings with green roofs.

Nepean

Nepean is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Nepean Sportsplex and Bayshore Shopping Centre while in the area.

A modern building with a distinctive dome and a Canadian flag.

Hull

Hull is a destination visitors seek out for its interesting museums, casinos and stunning river views. You might want to check out attractions like Canadian Museum of History or Casino du Lac Leamy while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

A collection of vintage biplanes on display in a museum.

Gloucester

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Gloucester. Top attractions like Place D'Orleans Shopping Center and Ernst & Young Centre are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Blair Station or Cyrville Station to see more of the city.

ByWard Market Travel Guide

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