Ottawa - Southeastern Ontario Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica featuring heritage architecture, religious elements and a church or cathedral
Major\'s Hill Park which includes snow
St. Lawrence Islands National Park which includes a lake or waterhole
National Gallery of Canada featuring art and interior views
Rideau Canal featuring a river or creek, a city and a bridge

Where to stay in Ottawa - Southeastern Ontario

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
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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.

Kanata
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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.

Nepean
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
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
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
Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$281 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$281
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! (2,696 reviews)
"Overall Rating: ★★★★★ (5/5) My stay at the Fairmont Château Laurier was absolutely exceptional. From the moment I arrived, the service was warm, professional, and attentive. The historic charm of the building is undeniable — it feels like stepping into a Canadian castle with all the modern comforts. ..."

Reviewed on 19 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$140 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$140
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Byward Market ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,036 reviews)
"Professional, clean, front desk receptionists are so friendly and helpful. Over Amazing experience. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

4 out of 5
130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$268 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
AU$268
22 Aug - 23 Aug
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! (4,852 reviews)
"Excellent location and spacious rooms."

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
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Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

4 out of 5
130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON
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! (4,852 reviews)
"Excellent location and spacious rooms."

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 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
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! (957 reviews)
"Everything was easy going. It was a busy business stay, so I appreciate the cleanliness and the quiet atmosphere."

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Arlo Apartments Downtown
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy The O'Connor Apartments Downtown

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy The O'Connor Apartments Downtown

3.5 out of 5
377 Rue O'Connor Street, Ottawa, ON
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy a fitness center, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,138 reviews)
"The building and fitness room is really nice amd handy. The suite living room is nice and well laid out. The TVs are good. The remotes are bit awkward (needing to find the 3rd network that has a signal on one remote before being able to use the other remote to select programs etc.) The kitchen is ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy The O'Connor Apartments Downtown
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Popular places to visit

Sandbanks Provincial Park

Sandbanks Provincial Park

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Sandbanks Provincial Park, a popular beach in Prince Edward. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Sandbanks Provincial Park
Parliament Hill showing an administrative building and heritage architecture

Parliament Hill

4.5/5(15 reviews)

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

4/5(19 reviews)

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

Byward Market Square
Carleton University

Carleton University

Explore the campus of Carleton University as part of your travels around Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Carleton University
Rideau Canal featuring street scenes, a river or creek and boating

Rideau Canal

4/5(21 reviews)

This engineering and scenic marvel fills with pleasure craft in summer and transforms into the world’s longest naturally frozen skating rink in winter.

Rideau Canal
Boldt Castle

Boldt Castle

After visiting Boldt Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Alexandria Bay. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.

Boldt Castle

Cities near Ottawa - Southeastern Ontario

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Trenton

Alexandria Bay

Alexandria Bay

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Chelsea

Barry's Bay

Barry's Bay