Ottawa Valley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Ottawa Valley
Where to stay in Ottawa Valley
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.
Kanata
Kanata is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Canadian Tire Centre and Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre while you're in town.
Nepean
Nepean is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Nepean Sportsplex and Bayshore Shopping Centre while in the area.
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.
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.
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Staff were very friendly and helpful. The only negative was the long wait for my car from valet parking
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Lord Elgin Hotel
I enjoyed the room , bed was quite comfortable. It was easy walking to byward to check out all the Christmas celebrations going on in the market. The food and beverages at the restaraunt in the hotel were great as was my bartender Ariel.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
The Business Inn
Great trip
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Everything was fantastic! We were very impressed with the size of the room and how quiet it was, highly recommend!
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
I've stayed here many times with my family, having a balcony in a city is amazing, as long as you don't mind walking, it's great for location, only a 10-15 minute walk to the Rideau Center & Market. The bed we had was not the most comfortable, but the pricing of the room could not be beat.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Arlo Apartments Downtown
Having extra amenities already prepared, furnished ustensil and also very clean the room
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
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.
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.
Canadian War Museum
The country’s museum of military history features collections of weapons and vehicles that cover hundreds of years of conflict.
