Ottawa is a walkable location distinct for its museums and live music. Activities like running give you a chance to enjoy the outdoors while you're in town. Why not go on a fun excursion to Canadian Tire Centre? While you're here, make time to enjoy other sights such as Parliament Hill.
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Top neighborhoods in Ottawa
Downtown Ottawa
Central to Ottawa's financial district and government buildings, this area boasts a vibrant restaurant district on Elgin Street and shopping on Bank Street. Explore heritage sites like Château Laurier and Sparks Street's pedestrian mall.
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ByWard Market
This downtown Ottawa's lively retail and entertainment district boasts a dense concentration of eateries, bars, and nightclubs, as well as an open-air market for fresh produce and flowers during warmer months. Cobblestone courtyards, historic buildings, and street entertainment add to the charm.
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Centretown
Centretown balances government elegance with neighborhood charm through its tree-lined streets. The area buzzes with life along Bank and Elgin Streets, where cafes and shops welcome both locals and visitors. Explore the Gothic Revival spires of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church or wander past red-brick Victorian mansions with wrought-iron details. Getting around is a breeze with two metro stations and excellent bus coverage connecting you to Ottawa's top sights. Choose from boutique hotels in converted heritage homes or modern accommodations. The neighborhood quiets down after government workers leave for the day, giving you peaceful evenings to enjoy the diverse restaurant scene.
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Glebe
Glebe offers a perfect blend of city energy and neighborhood charm along Ottawa's historic Rideau Canal. Bank Street buzzes with independent shops, bookstores, and craft breweries where locals and visitors mix easily. Sports fans flock to TD Place Stadium for events, while nature lovers enjoy peaceful strolls through Patterson Creek Park or skating on the canal in winter. The food scene delights with cozy bistros and ethnic eateries scattered throughout the tree-lined streets. Most visitors stay in charming B&Bs housed in century-old buildings with wraparound porches. Getting around is a breeze with frequent bus service, walkable streets, and excellent bike paths connecting to downtown Ottawa.
Westboro
Westboro delivers the perfect Ottawa neighborhood trifecta: hip shops along Richmond Road, leafy residential streets, and gorgeous river access. Explore local boutiques and craft breweries by day, then hit Westboro Beach for sunset views across the Ottawa River. The extensive pathway system makes this area a cyclist's dream, with tree-canopied routes connecting you to downtown attractions. Dining options range from cozy cafés to upscale bistros where you can sample local craft beers after a day of shopping. Most visitors stay in charming boutique bed & breakfasts or vacation rentals tucked into heritage homes. Getting around is easy with frequent buses to downtown and highly walkable streets for exploring this village-like urban gem.
Top landmarks in Ottawa
Canadian Tire Centre
8.4/10 (3,133 reviews)
Imagine soaking up the atmosphere at Canadian Tire Centre, a major stadium in Kanata. If you think Canadian Tire Centre is cool, you also might like Bell Sensplex, located nearby.
Parliament Hill
9.0/10 (11,740 reviews)
Parliament Hill is worth a pic or two when discovering Downtown Ottawa. Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here?
Byward Market Square
9.0/10 (10,339 reviews)
If you like the hustle and bustle of a market, you might want to head out to Byward Market Square in Downtown Ottawa and take in the atmosphere. Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here? Splash some more cash at Rideau Centre, Sparks Street Mall, and Sparks Street.
University of Ottawa
8.6/10 (3,172 reviews)
If you'd like to get a taste of Ottawa student life, check out University of Ottawa in Sandy Hill. Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.
Rideau Canal
9.2/10 (10,604 reviews)
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Rideau Canal— just one of the monuments in Rideau Township. Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here?
Rogers Centre Ottawa
8.4/10 (929 reviews)
Rogers Centre Ottawa is worth a pic or two when discovering Downtown Ottawa. Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.
National Arts Centre
9.0/10 (912 reviews)
If you want to see a show while you're in town, try and grab some tickets at National Arts Centre in Downtown Ottawa. Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you have fun at National Arts Centre, you'll love Elgin Street and Capital Information Kiosk, both a short walk away.
Rideau Centre
8.8/10 (1,944 reviews)
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Rideau Centre in Downtown Ottawa. Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here? It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Splash some more cash at Byward Market Square, Sparks Street Mall, and Sparks Street.
Ottawa and related destinations
Between the Gothic spires of Parliament Hill and the glass pyramid of the National Gallery, Canada's capital reveals itself as far more than a government town. Paddle past the Supreme Court on the Rideau Canal, which transforms into the world's largest skating rink each winter. The ByWard Market buzzes with farmers' stalls by day and cocktail bars by night. Museum-hoppers face tough choices – dinosaurs at the Museum of Nature or masterpieces at the National Gallery? Hockey fans make pilgrimages to Canadian Tire Centre, while music lovers find their rhythm at the National Arts Centre. Elgin Street's cafes offer perfect people-watching between cultural excursions.
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