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

Canadian War Museum Admission

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour

Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Top hotels in Overbrook

Courtyard by Marriott Ottawa East
It was good
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025

Welcominns Hotel Ottawa
Excellent stay for a night.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025

Hampton Inn by Hilton Ottawa
The hotel rooms are clean and stuff are nice and polite. I definitely suggest this place. Just the rooms are a bit noisy.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Ottawa East by IHG
Very friendly staff and clean rooms. I mostly stay around the city core, but the staff were very friendly and took the time to talk to clients compared to other hotels we stay at.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025

Comfort Inn Ottawa East
Excellent.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Overall a good experience
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Overbrook

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.

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.

Old Ottawa East
While in Old Ottawa East, you'll enjoy the sporting events. Catch the metro at Lees Station to see top sights like Rideau Canal while you're in the area.

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 Byward Market Square, 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.

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.


