District des Promenades Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit District des Promenades
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.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
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.
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.
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 entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Activities
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Ottawa: Bilingual Guided City Tour by Amphibious Bus
Best of Ottawa Small Group Walking Tour with Boat Cruise
Our pick of the best District des Promenades Hotel Deals
Hotel V
"The hotel is located close to transit and main Ottawa attractions. We had good sleep, nice and quiet"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Gatineau
"Personnel courtois. Déjeuner sur place apprécié. Stationnement adéquat. Chambre confortable et propre."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Motel du Chevalier
"Tout était parfait. Ils ont même réussi à m’accommoder pour que je puisse faire mon check-out un peu plus tard."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Motel Ritz
"Friendly staff, clean modern room ( but pretty small!), good shower, easy parking, good air conditioning, walking distance to many restaurants."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
"Nope"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around District des Promenades
Downtown Gatineau
You'll enjoy the gardens and festivals in Downtown Gatineau. You might want to make time for a stop at Canadian Museum of History or Maison du velo.
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.
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.
Downtown Ottawa
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ottawa. Check out top attractions like Byward Market Square and Parliament Hill, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament 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.
Centretown
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Centretown. Top attractions like Parliament Hill and Elgin Street are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Parliament Station or Lyon Station to see more of the city.
