Old Ottawa East Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Old Ottawa East
Popular places to visit
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Rockcliffe Ottawa: Exploration Game and Tour
Street Art Exploration Game and Self-Guided Tour in Ottawa
Our pick of the best Old Ottawa East Hotel Deals
Lord Elgin Hotel
Clean rooms and view.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Enjoyed staying at Fairmont and walked around to visit Museums and Parliament buildings. Enjoyed my holidays in Ottawa
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
The Business Inn
Always a fantastic stay. Staff is freindly. Room is always clean. Walking distance to so many things. Restaurant is good.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Clean rooms, great staff, breakfast staff exceptional
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
Staff was friendly, room was clean.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Welcominns Hotel Ottawa
It would be wonderful the hotel
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Ottawa East
Golden Triangle
Golden Triangle is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Elgin Street and Ottawa City Hall while in the area.
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.
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.
Centretown
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Centretown. Top attractions like Elgin Street and Canadian Museum of Nature are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Parliament Station or Lyon 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.
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.
Old Ottawa East Travel Guide
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