Ottawa Valley
Travel 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 Byward Market Square, 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.
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Overall a good experience
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
A stately historic hotel that everyone should stay with at least once when visiting our nation’s capital. The indoor pool is like going back in time and truly an experience. Bikes available from the valet make easy access to the trails along the canal and the river.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Lord Elgin Hotel
Hotel is everything you need other than soundproof.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Les Suites is reasonably priced and an excellent location for work, dining and shopping.suites are comfortable and clean. Very good deal!
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Had a nice stay, right downtown, and it was really nice that they had available parking for oversized vehicles
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Arlo Apartments Downtown
I had the pleasure of interacting with your staff “AJ”. He was so helpful with the checking in process and following up to ask how my day went. A simple gestures, but so welcoming and warm in a city that can be very cold.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 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.
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.
Canadian War Museum
The country’s museum of military history features collections of weapons and vehicles that cover hundreds of years of conflict.
