Old Ottawa East Travel Guide
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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.
Casino du Lac Leamy
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your visit to Gatineau? Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
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.
University of Ottawa
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Ottawa during your visit to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Activities
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Ottawa Senators Ice Hockey Game at Canadian Tire Center
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Our pick of the best Old Ottawa East Hotel Deals
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
We had a fantastic stay! The room was spotless and offered a great view of the city. It was very spacious, and the bathroom was large and stocked with all the amenities we needed. It even included a bathrobe, which was a nice touch. The room also came with two complimentary water bottles (as indicated ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
The Business Inn
Staff are friendly, helpful and courteous.The hotel is central located. The free breakfast is a plus and out of this world. Laundry room opens 24/7 with free detergent & fabric softener. We enjoyed our stay there , the 2 nights went fast. I’ll definitely recommend this hotel to my friends and family. ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Every thing was excellent.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
clean cozy room. Under renovation. Self park is block away at city hall. $4 weekend rate was great price. Overall “ok” value for money…. not great
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Pleasant stay
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
Beautiful rooms, excellent service! Some construction next door, but it didn’t bother me, and the Hotel even provided ear plugs for those who are sensitive to noise. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 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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