Centretown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Centretown
Popular places to visit
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
Elgin Street
Take the family on an outing to Elgin Street during your trip to Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
National Arts Centre
You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Parliament Building
After visiting Parliament Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
National War Memorial
Learn about the local history of Ottawa when you spend time at National War Memorial. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Bank Street Promenade
Bank Street Promenade is just one of the places to see in Ottawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Activities
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa: Bilingual Guided City Tour by Amphibious Bus
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Our pick of the best Centretown Hotel Deals
The Business Inn
"This was a sold choice - good location, a lot of extras like a lighted makeup mirror, jetted bathtub, balcony, garment steamer, desktop computer and printer in our suite with a giant tv in the living room area. Loved the proximity to the canal recreation path. Felt safe. Free breakfast was a bit ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Ottawa Embassy Hotel
"Paid for early check in, paid parking, dirty room and no heater."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
"Clear room"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Metcalfe Hotel Ottawa by Gray Collection
"Lovely hotel. Great location. The restuarant can be busy so reserve or roll the dice on a walkup if peak time."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Ottawa Marriott Hotel
"Rénovation was ongoing. No restaurent available was a big minus"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Centretown
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.
Centretown West
Even though there aren't top sights in Centretown West, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Canadian War Museum. Jump on the metro at Carling Station to see more of the city.
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 Rideau Mall, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.
Lebreton Flats
When in Lebreton Flats and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Canadian War Museum or Supreme Court of Canada and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Pimisi Station or Bayview Station.
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 Elgin Street.
Old Ottawa East
During your stop in Old Ottawa East, check out the sporting events, and jump on the metro at Lees Station to see more of the surrounding area.
