Lowertown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

National Gallery of Canada featuring art and interior views
National Gallery of Canada showing interior views and art
National Gallery of Canada showing art and interior views
National Gallery of Canada showing art and interior views
National Gallery of Canada which includes art and interior views

Popular places to visit

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

Royal Canadian Mint

Royal Canadian Mint is just one of the places to see in Ottawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.

Royal Canadian Mint

Embassy of the People's Republic of China

After visiting Embassy of the People's Republic of China, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ottawa. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

Embassy of the People's Republic of China

Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia

After visiting Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ottawa. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.

Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia

Alexandra Bridge

Find out about the history of Ottawa when you spend time at Alexandra Bridge. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this walkable area.

Alexandra Bridge

Activities

Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise

Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise

AU$66
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise
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
Canadian War Museum

Canadian War Museum Admission

AU$28
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum 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
Ghosts of the Bytown Museum

Ghosts of the Bytown Museum

AU$38
per adult
Ghosts of the Bytown Museum
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter

Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter

AU$245
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
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Our pick of the best Lowertown Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG

2.5 out of 5
235 KING EDWARD AVENUE, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$202 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$202
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,351 reviews)
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"Breakfast included, good spread. Driving into area from Byward Market was a little sketchy bc of a homeless support centre nearby but our view was fine and didn’t have any other issues. Parking lot is underground with tight corners, may be difficult for big trucks."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Days Inn by Wyndham Ottawa

Days Inn by Wyndham Ottawa

3.5 out of 5
319 Rideau St, King Edward and Rideau Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$217 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$217
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6.8/10 (1,001 reviews)
"Pleasant"

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Ottawa
Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa

Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa

2 out of 5
475 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$186 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$186
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
6.8/10 (1,000 reviews)
"very comfortable beds. floors felt gritty . could not get water for shower second time I wanted to use it. only bagged breakfast no cafe to eat it in. free parking good."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa
Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$259 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$259
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,613 reviews)
"I will go back"

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street, Gatineau, QC
The price is AU$149 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$149
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Byward Market ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Great hotel for the price and location. We were there for a few days and used it as our base to see the area. The hotel looks like it is going through a reno as there was no restaurant and you can tell in its day, it would have been a stunning hotel. We enjoyed the room and had no issues so really ..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$278 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$278
7 Aug - 8 Aug
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! (2,406 reviews)
"Hotel was very nice and in the convenient location. Staff was very friendly and helpful. One thing I would like to mention is inconvenience of not having an accessible room with two queen beds only with one king bed. This is very specific situation and doesn't take away all the positive feedback ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Lowertown

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 uOttawa Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Ottawa
Parliament Hill which includes night scenes, nightlife and performance art

Byward Market - Parliament Hill

If you're spending time in Byward Market - Parliament Hill, check out sights like Parliament Building or Parliament Hill and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rideau Station or Parliament Station.

Byward Market - Parliament Hill
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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
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
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

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