Sandy Hill Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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Parliament Hill

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

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 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.

Canadian Museum of History
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Canadian War Museum

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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National Gallery of Canada

This riverside museum features artwork from throughout Canada’s history in a massive, glassy structure.

National Gallery of Canada

Activities

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Ottawa Embassies self-guided walking tour & scavenger hunt

NZ$69
Per adult
Ottawa Embassies self-guided walking tour & scavenger hunt
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Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour

NZ$35
Per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
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Oh Canada Eh!? Dinner Musical

NZ$115
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Oh Canada Eh!? Dinner Musical
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Our pick of the best Sandy Hill Hotel Deals

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel
Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel
2 out of 5
75 Nicholas Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$181 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
NZ$181
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this hostel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Byward Market Square and National Gallery ...
8/10 Very Good! (635 reviews)
Bonne adresse a Ottawa
"Près de tout, très bien situer, bon rapport qualité prix. Petit déjeuner bien, bon café. La visite de l'ancienne prison fut très intéressante. J'ai beaucoup aimer l'endroit. Le seul bémol est le bruit en face l'auberge, construction."

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel
The Business Inn
The Business Inn
2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$214 per night from 13 Jun to 14 Jun
NZ$214
per night
13 Jun - 14 Jun
Book a 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (6,598 reviews)
"The room was great, we got a free upgrade. Would highly recommend this hotel., will definitely go again. Thanks"

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

The Business Inn
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$360 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
NZ$360
per night
31 May - 1 Jun
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,713 reviews)
"Great staff great restaurant and the rooms are superbly cleaned."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
3.5 out of 5
130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$243 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$243
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,785 reviews)
"It was overall a really good experience"

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Novotel Ottawa City Centre
Novotel Ottawa City Centre
4 out of 5
33 Nicholas St, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$279 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$279
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,605 reviews)
"Not sure where parking usually is but it was a bit of an inconvenience, to park in a shopping centre parking lot. But that would not prevent me from staying again."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Novotel Ottawa City Centre
Lord Elgin Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel
4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$260 per night from 27 Jun to 28 Jun
NZ$260
per night
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,690 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay"

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Lord Elgin Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Sandy Hill

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
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Old Ottawa East

Check out the sporting events during your time in Old Ottawa East. Hop around the Ottawa area on the metro at Lees Station to see top sights like Rideau Canal and Brantwood Park.

Old Ottawa East
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
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
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

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