Byward Market - Parliament Hill Travel Guide

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Byward Market - Parliament Hill
Byward Market showing signage, markets and a city
Parliament Hill which includes military items, performance art and music
Parliament Hill showing a statue or sculpture, a garden and a memorial

Popular places to visit

Parliament Hill showing an administrative building and heritage architecture

Parliament Hill

Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.

Parliament Hill
Byward Market featuring street scenes, a city and markets

Byward Market Square

Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.

Byward Market Square
National Arts Centre

National Arts Centre

You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

National Arts Centre
National Gallery of Canada showing interior views as well as a large group of people

National Gallery of Canada

Discover an extensive timeline of art from local First Peoples’ artefacts to international contemporary pieces at this modern museum.

National Gallery of Canada
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica featuring a city, heritage architecture and heritage elements

Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica

Visit this outstanding example of Gothic Revival architecture and marvel at its impressive interiors, stained-glass windows and richly decorated altars.

Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica
Parliament Hill which includes heritage architecture and an administrative building

Peace Tower

One of Ottawa’s icons is a tower that represents the city’s wartime and political history. Explore the building while looking out over the city centre.

Peace Tower

Activities

Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

AU$60
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

AU$30
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature 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
Ottawa Downtown Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour

Ottawa Downtown Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour

AU$12
per adult
Ottawa Downtown Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise

Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise

AU$64
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour

Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour

AU$41
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Byward Market - Parliament Hill Hotel Deals

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$273 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$273
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,754 reviews)
"This hotel scores on its location and historic ambience, within easy walking to Ottawa’s must see attractions. Breakfast offerings were disappointing for what one would expect at a Fairmont Hotel . The food was served cold on our first morning and because of that we chose to eat elsewhere for the ..."

Reviewed on 9 Sep. 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

4 out of 5
130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$193 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
AU$193
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,967 reviews)
"Was a nice modern room. Walking distance to most major locations downtown."

Reviewed on 9 Sep. 2025

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Arlo Apartments Downtown

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Arlo Apartments Downtown

3.5 out of 5
88 Albert Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$224 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$224
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy a fitness center, laundry facilities, and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,030 reviews)
Excellent for family stay
"It was amazing stay. All the necessities were refilled in timely manner. Only concern is everything is online receipt do not have authorization to modify anything stay, room type. You have to do it through app or third party."

Reviewed on 8 Sep. 2025

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Arlo Apartments Downtown
Ottawa Marriott Hotel

Ottawa Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Kent St, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$242 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
AU$242
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,313 reviews)
"Close to lots of amenities, clean, friendly staff"

Reviewed on 8 Sep. 2025

Ottawa Marriott Hotel
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$277 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
AU$277
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,785 reviews)
"Great staff had problems with heat but otherwise good. Microwave in the room would’ve been good too for long term stay. Area is unsafe especially at night"

Reviewed on 9 Sep. 2025

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$284 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$284
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,436 reviews)
"This was my first time staying at the Lord Elgin. It was clean, quiet, room was lovely and walkable to the attractions downtown. Used the valet service for the car which was easy and reasonable (though note: you can park for free and overnight on the weekends in Ottawa). Would definitely stay there ..."

Reviewed on 5 Sep. 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Byward Market - Parliament Hill

Byward Market featuring street scenes, a city and markets

ByWard Market

A noteworthy feature of ByWard Market is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Byward Market Square and Rideau Centre.

ByWard Market
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica featuring a city, heritage architecture and heritage elements

Downtown Ottawa

5/5(20 area reviews)

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

Downtown Ottawa
Ottawa featuring snow

Centretown

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Centretown. Top attractions like Elgin Street and Canadian Museum of Nature are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Parliament Station or Lyon Station to see more of the city.

Centretown
Canadian Museum of History showing modern architecture and skyline

Hull

5/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Hull
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Downtown Gatineau

You'll enjoy the gardens and festivals in Downtown Gatineau. You might want to make time for a stop at Canadian Museum of History or Canadian Children's Museum.

Downtown Gatineau
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Sandy Hill

Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Sandy Hill. Make a stop by Rideau Centre or Rideau Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.

Sandy Hill

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