Chinatown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Chinatown
Popular places to visit
Canadian Tire Centre
Catch an event at Canadian Tire Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Casino du Lac Leamy
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your visit to Gatineau? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
University of Ottawa
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Ottawa during your visit to Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Rideau Canal
This engineering and scenic marvel fills with pleasure craft in summer and transforms into the world’s longest naturally frozen skating rink in winter.
Activities
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Ottawa Senators Ice Hockey Game at Canadian Tire Center
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Our pick of the best Chinatown Hotel Deals
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
This hotel is beautiful and located right by Byward Market with plenty of options for dining. We had a great experience overall, and the staff were very helpful and professional.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
The Business Inn
All good. Good king bed. Didn’t like the damage deposit charged to card and returned in 3-4 business days. Most hotels scan the card but don’t charge if no issues.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
The temperature in the room drastically went from where we had it set, 65 degrees to 80 degrees and kept getting hot. We called the front desk and they did nothing. We had a 1 night reservations and this was the most uncomfortable night weve ever paid for.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
Pool is not clean.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Various Breakfast options. Clean room.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
Beautiful clean rooms with a great view from the rooftop bar
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
Lebreton Flats
When in Lebreton Flats and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Canadian War Museum or Canadian Museum of History and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Pimisi Station or Bayview Station.
Centretown
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.
Glebe
You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Glebe. You might want to make time for a stop at TD Place Stadium or Rideau Canal.
Golden Triangle
Golden Triangle is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Elgin Street and Ottawa City Hall 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.
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.
