Alta Vista Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Alta Vista
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 entertainment choices 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.
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.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
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.
Activities
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Alta Vista Hotel Deals
Residence Inn by Marriott Ottawa Airport
Everything exceeded my expectation
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Beautiful ambiance, helpful staff.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
The Business Inn
Excellent location. Walking distance to many restaurants and Rideau Canal. Staff was friendly and efficient. Room was spacious and clean.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
Clean and comfortable and the staff was very helpful
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Good location! Good room!
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
Rooms are spotless , even received complimentary champagne and soft drinks and they let you check in early without a fee. The service was impeccable too
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alta Vista
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.
Industrial Park
If you're spending time in Industrial Park, check out sights like Canada Science and Technology Museum or St. Laurent Centre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cyrville Station or St-Laurent Station.
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.
South End
Consider a visit to South Keys Shopping Centre and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in South End. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Greenboro Station or Confederation 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.
Sandy Hill
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Sandy Hill. Make a stop by Rideau Centre or Rideau Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.
