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 acclaimed art galleries 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

Canadian War Museum

Canadian War Museum Admission

AU$27
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

AU$30
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

AU$37
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ghosts of the Bytown Museum

Ghosts of the Bytown Museum

AU$37
per adult
Ghosts of the Bytown Museum
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

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

AU$58
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter

Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter

AU$239
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
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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
The price is AU$254 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
AU$254
14 Nov - 15 Nov
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! (2,842 reviews)
"Clean room, the cafe in the hotel is lovely!"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$276 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$276
31 Oct - 1 Nov
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! (2,489 reviews)
"Staff were incredibly helpful with our requests — hotel is right downtown close to Byward Market and Parliament — would definitely stay there again !"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

4 out of 5
130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$241 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$241
26 Oct - 27 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! (5,104 reviews)
"We stayed in a 2 bedroom 2 bathroom suite. It had been updated and was comfortable, convenient and clean. Les Suites is in a very good downtown location close to many restaurant, ByWard Market and other sites to visit."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT

4 out of 5
325 Dalhousie Street, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundable
The price is AU$254 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$254
31 Oct - 1 Nov
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! (1,836 reviews)
Great Hotel
"The hotel is in a great location, right by ByWard Market and within walking distance of the Parliament buildings. There are tons of restaurants nearby offering a wide variety of food. The rooftop bar offers a beautiful view of Ottawa at night — a perfect spot to relax. I would definitely stay here ..."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
The Metcalfe Hotel

The Metcalfe Hotel

4 out of 5
123 Metcalfe Street, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$296 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$296
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,302 reviews)
Very recomended
"Everything was excellent, Great bed"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

The Metcalfe Hotel
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$228 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$228
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Byward Market Square and Rideau Canal ...
9/10 Wonderful! (332 reviews)
"It's"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

AC Hotel BY Marriott Ottawa Dwtn
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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 Byward Market Square, 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 Canal while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.

Sandy Hill

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