Centretown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A cityscape with a mix of modern and historic buildings, a statue in a park, and autumn-colored trees.
A city street with a large historic building, trees, and pedestrians.
A large historic building with a tower and turret, surrounded by lush green trees and grass.
A traditional Chinese gate with intricate blue and gold patterns and Chinese characters.
A historic building with a prominent clock tower and a flag.

Stay near popular Centretown attractions

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Parliament Hill

9.0/10 (11,740 reviews)
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
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Activities

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
Canadian War Museum Admission

Canadian War Museum Admission

AU$26
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
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Beechwood Cemetery Haunted Walk with Mausoleum Visit

AU$37
per adult
Beechwood Cemetery Haunted Walk with Mausoleum Visit
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Hidden Ottawa Secrets Walking Tour

AU$37
per adult
Hidden Ottawa Secrets Walking Tour
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Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)

AU$29
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Ottawa Murder Mystery: Self-Guided City Detective Game

Ottawa Murder Mystery: Self-Guided City Detective Game

AU$13
per adult
Ottawa Murder Mystery: Self-Guided City Detective Game
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Our pick of the best Centretown Hotel Deals

The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street Ottawa ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$161 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$161
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (8,128 reviews)
"Amazing! When we checked in, the lobby is quite crowded and cramped. However when we got into the room it's quite spacious, beds are King size. The only thing we don't like our room is it's on level 2 n directly opposite another building so we couldn't open the blinds. Other than that this hotel ..."

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

The Business Inn
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St Ottawa ON
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 business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Lord Elgin Hotel
Cartier Place Suite Hotel

Cartier Place Suite Hotel

3 out of 5
180 Cooper Street Ottawa ON
The price is AU$242 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$242
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (4,890 reviews)
"Everything was nice and clean. The bed and pillows need to be updated, they were very uncomfortable."

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa by Gray Collection

Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa by Gray Collection

4 out of 5
123 Metcalfe Street Ottawa ON
The price is AU$257 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$257
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa by Gray Collection
The Ora Hotel, BW Signature Collection

The Ora Hotel, BW Signature Collection

2 out of 5
88 Albert Street Ottawa ON
The price is AU$216 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$216
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
The Ora Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Arc The Hotel

Arc The Hotel

4 out of 5
140 Slater St Ottawa ON
The price is AU$196 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
AU$196
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,196 reviews)
"Amazing front desk staff day and Night! Thanks Bernice for your amazing client centric service and thanks to the whole team! Room was fantastic and close to everything we wanted to see!"

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Arc The Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Centretown

Find the best Centretown areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Ottawa

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.

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.

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

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.

A large indoor space with high ceilings, featuring a central stage, wooden totem poles, and a long corridor with columns.

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.

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