ByWard Market Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit ByWard Market
Stay near popular ByWard Market attractions
Activities
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Beechwood Cemetery Haunted Walk with Mausoleum Visit
Full-Day Montreal City Tour from Ottawa and optional city cruise
Our pick of the best ByWard Market Hotel Deals
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
"Vraiment bon le staff"
Reviewed on 26 July 2026
AC Hotel BY Marriott Ottawa Dwtn
"L’hôtel est parfait mais le quartier n’est pas pour les enfants. Beaucoup trop de sans-abris. Moi-même j’étais craintive. C’est dommage car l’hôtel est très bien."
Reviewed on 26 July 2026
Byward Blue Inn
"Très propre, très bien situé et excellent petit déjeuner."
Reviewed on 26 July 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Ottawa
"Chambres très propre. Personnel accueillant."
Reviewed on 26 July 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
"The location was great. Very close to Byward Market area and the Rideau Canal and the CF Rideau shopping center. Great restaurants nearby, When we arrived at the hotel in an UBER there were two employees standing at the front door with luggage carts. Neither of them came to the car to help my wife ..."
Reviewed on 27 July 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
Our guide on where to stay in ByWard Market
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
