Hiawatha Park Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Hiawatha Park
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
National Arts Centre
You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Canadian Museum of History
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.
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)
Outdoor Escape Room Adventure Tour - Many Game Options
Our pick of the best Hiawatha Park Hotel Deals
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Beautifully appointed clean quiet rooms
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Lord Elgin Hotel
Breakfast was great, the staff were well informed and very friendly! Enjoyed our stay immensely!
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
The Business Inn
Great trip
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
perfect
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Ottawa Marriott Hotel
We had a very nice stay, the staff was very friendly, our 8 year old enjoyed the pool and arcade room.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Good location adjacent to the Byward Market. Fully stocked room (plates, utensils, cooking utensils, dishwasher with detergent). Large comfortable suite with balcony.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hiawatha Park
Orleans
Orleans is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Place D'Orleans Shopping Center and Princess Louise Falls.
Gloucester
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Gloucester. Top attractions like Place D'Orleans Shopping Center and Rideau Canal are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Blair Station or Cyrville Station to see more of the city.
Overbrook
When in Overbrook and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like St. Laurent Centre or Cosmic Adventures and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St-Laurent Station or Cyrville Station.
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.
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.
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.
