Lowertown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Lowertown
Popular places to visit
National Gallery of Canada
This riverside museum features artwork from throughout Canada’s history in a massive, glassy structure.
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica
Tour the brilliant blue-and-gold interior of this Gothic Revival church, one of Ottawa’s oldest.
Royal Canadian Mint
Royal Canadian Mint is just one of the places to see in Ottawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Embassy of the People's Republic of China
After visiting Embassy of the People's Republic of China, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ottawa. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia
After visiting Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ottawa. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
Alexandra Bridge
Find out about the history of Ottawa when you spend time at Alexandra Bridge. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this walkable area.
Activities
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Ottawa Rideau River self guided walking tour and scavenger hunt
Our pick of the best Lowertown Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Ottawa
Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025
Econo Lodge Downtown Ottawa
Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025
Ottawa Marriott Hotel
Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Lowertown
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.
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 uOttawa Station to see more of the city.
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.
Sandy Hill
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Sandy Hill. Make a stop by Rideau Centre or Rideau Canal while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.
Hull
Hull is a destination visitors seek out for its interesting museums, casinos and stunning river views. You might want to check out attractions like Canadian Museum of History or Casino du Lac Leamy while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.