Downtown Gatineau Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A waterfront promenade with a historic building, a clear blue sky, and a view of a castle across the water.
A wide urban street with modern buildings, trees, and a clear blue sky.
A vibrant mural on a brick building, a sign for BIJUULT, and a plaque for Sentier Culture Trail.
A colorful circular mural with various abstract patterns and designs.
A colorful circular mural with a central spiral design, surrounded by various abstract patterns.

Stay near popular Downtown Gatineau attractions

A modern building with a distinctive dome and a Canadian flag.

Canadian Museum of History

9.0/10 (1,552 reviews)
See the world’s biggest photograph and largest indoor totem pole collection and a 2,000-piece assortment of indigenous artefacts at this informative museum.
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Activities

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

NZ$46
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Canadian War Museum Admission

Canadian War Museum Admission

NZ$32
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Ghosts of the Bytown Museum

Ghosts of the Bytown Museum

NZ$46
per adult
Ghosts of the Bytown Museum
Ottawa: Bilingual Guided City Tour by Amphibious Bus

Ottawa: Bilingual Guided City Tour by Amphibious Bus

NZ$81
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Bilingual Guided City Tour by Amphibious Bus
Scenic Ottawa Night Tour

Scenic Ottawa Night Tour

NZ$146
per adult
Scenic Ottawa Night Tour
Grand Hall

Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)

NZ$35
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
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Our pick of the best Downtown Gatineau Hotel Deals

Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre

Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street Gatineau QC
The price is NZ$166 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$166
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions National Arts Centre ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,258 reviews)
"Séjour d'une seule nuit, cettte endroit nous convenais bien."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown

Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown

3 out of 5
131 Rue Laurier Gatineau QC
The price is NZ$167 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$167
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,211 reviews)
"le bruit air conditionné"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown
Four Points By Sheraton Gatineau-Ottawa

Four Points By Sheraton Gatineau-Ottawa

3.5 out of 5
35 rue Laurier Gatineau QC
The price is NZ$234 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$234
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,010 reviews)
"Tout"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Four Points By Sheraton Gatineau-Ottawa
Duvernay Studios and Suites

Duvernay Studios and Suites

2.5 out of 5
92 De L'hotel-De-Ville Street Gatineau QC
The price is NZ$125 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$125
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Gatineau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Byward Market Square and National Arts Centre are ...
Duvernay Studios and Suites
Les Suites Victoria, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Les Suites Victoria, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3 out of 5
1 Victoria Street Gatineau QC
The price is NZ$220 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$220
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Les Suites Victoria, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St Ottawa ON
The price is NZ$335 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$335
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Gatineau

Find the best Downtown Gatineau areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large Gothic-style church with twin spires and a clock tower.

Downtown Ottawa

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ottawa. Check out top attractions like Parliament Hill and Rideau Centre, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.

The exterior of the Canadian Tire Centre with hockey player images and the text "Ottawa Rising" and "Ottawa Debout".

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.

A canal with boats, a bridge, and historic buildings with green roofs.

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.

A street with The Grand, The Aldeburiner, and The Pour House.

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.

A modern building with a distinctive dome and a Canadian flag.

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 Gatineau Travel Guide

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