Old Ottawa East Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Photo by Cindy Baker
Photo by Cindy Baker

Popular places to visit

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Parliament Hill

4.5/5(15 reviews)

Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.

Parliament Hill
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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.

Carleton University
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Byward Market Square

4/5(19 reviews)

Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.

Byward Market Square
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Canadian War Museum

5/5(4 reviews)

The country’s museum of military history features collections of weapons and vehicles that cover hundreds of years of conflict.

Canadian War Museum
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Canadian Museum of History

5/5(4 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.

Canadian Museum of History
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Rideau Canal

4/5(21 reviews)

This engineering and scenic marvel fills with pleasure craft in summer and transforms into the world’s longest naturally frozen skating rink in winter.

Rideau Canal

Activities

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Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour

NZ$35
Per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
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Canadian War Museum Admission

NZ$23
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
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Ottawa Downtown: Detective Outdoor Escape Game

NZ$21
Per adult
Ottawa Downtown: Detective Outdoor Escape Game
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Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

NZ$24
Per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
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Ottawa Scavenger Hunt: Ottawa’s Iconic Sights

NZ$20
Per adult
Ottawa Scavenger Hunt: Ottawa’s Iconic Sights
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Canadian Museum of History Admission Ticket

NZ$25
Per adult
Canadian Museum of History Admission Ticket
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Our pick of the best Old Ottawa East Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
235 KING EDWARD AVENUE, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$209 per night from 5 May to 6 May
NZ$209
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,730 reviews)
"Lovely stay"

Reviewed on 15 Apr. 2024

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East, an IHG Hotel
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$360 per night from 4 May to 5 May
NZ$360
per night
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast, and WiFi. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,590 reviews)
"The Chateau Laurier is the best hotel in Ottawa. It has everything. Plus the staff are incredible. Merci!"

Reviewed on 17 Apr. 2024

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
The Business Inn
The Business Inn
2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$220 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
NZ$220
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the WiFi in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (6,285 reviews)
"Quite and great customer service, great variety of delicious meals on breakfast."

Reviewed on 17 Apr. 2024

The Business Inn
Novotel Ottawa City Centre
Novotel Ottawa City Centre
4 out of 5
33 Nicholas St, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$272 per night from 10 May to 11 May
NZ$272
per night
10 May - 11 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,485 reviews)
"Amazing as usual. Parking was under renovation but parked across the street at Rideau Centre."

Reviewed on 17 Apr. 2024

Novotel Ottawa City Centre
Lord Elgin Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel
4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$290 per night from 10 May to 11 May
NZ$290
per night
10 May - 11 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,614 reviews)
"Staff are amazing."

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 2024

Lord Elgin Hotel
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
3.5 out of 5
130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$263 per night from 5 May to 6 May
NZ$263
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,728 reviews)
Great for family stay
"Stayed in renovated suite. Very clean and well laid out. Parking is a bit of a problem as garage is indoor and tight fit, but manageable. Service was excellent, with quick delivery of extra bedding and towels. Only very minor issues, like no mirror in Bedroom for makeup. Wish there was a hot tub ..."

Reviewed on 18 Apr. 2024

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Ottawa East

Ottawa featuring a cascade, a bridge and snow

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.

Glebe
Ottawa which includes snow

Centretown

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Centretown. Top attractions like Elgin Street and Museum of Nature are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Parliament Station or Lyon Station to see more of the city.

Centretown
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Downtown Ottawa

5/5(20 area reviews)

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

Downtown Ottawa
Byward Market which includes street scenes, signage and markets

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.

ByWard Market
Parliament Hill featuring nightlife, performance art and night scenes

Byward Market - Parliament Hill

If you're spending time in Byward Market - Parliament Hill, check out sights like Parliament Building or Parliament Hill and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rideau Station or Parliament Station.

Byward Market - Parliament Hill
Little Italy featuring signage and street scenes

Centretown West

While you're in Centretown West, take in top sights like Commissioners Park and jump on the metro at Carling Station to see more of the city.

Centretown West

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