Visit Alta Vista
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.
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.
Canadian Museum of History
Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.
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.
Things to do
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Canadian War Museum Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Top hotels in Alta Vista
Residence Inn by Marriott Ottawa Airport
Very good front desk staff. Cleaning staff also courteous. Nice room.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Clean and well kept. Convenient to park and food options.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Lord Elgin Hotel
A lovely classic old hotel, albeit one in the midst of significant renovation. That said, surprisingly good value in an expensive hotel city and very well located for anything you might need in Byward Market, University of Ottawa and downtown/Centretown.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Unfortunately there was no heat in the dining room. Needed a blanket to sit through dinner.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
The Business Inn
Clean room, big space and courteous staff
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Clean and comfortable. Elevators are slow.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Alta Vista
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.
Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park
While you're in Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park, take in top sights like Rideau Canal and jump on the metro at Carling Station to see more of the city.
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.
South End
Consider a visit to South Keys Shopping Centre and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in South End. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Greenboro Station or Confederation Station.
Industrial Park
If you're spending time in Industrial Park, check out sights like Canada Science and Technology Museum or St. Laurent Centre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cyrville Station or St-Laurent Station.
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.
