Downtown Gatineau

Ottawa
Downtown Gatineau
Downtown Gatineau
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Photo by Dennis Mooney

Popular places to visit

Canadian Museum of History showing modern architecture and skyline

Canadian Museum of History

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.

Canadian Museum of History
Jacques Cartier Park

Jacques Cartier Park

4/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Jacques Cartier Park, a lovely green space in Gatineau. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this walkable area.

Jacques Cartier Park
Parliament Hill which includes an administrative building and heritage architecture

Parliament Hill

4.5/5(36 reviews)

Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.

Parliament Hill
Byward Market showing outdoor eating, signage and markets

Byward Market Square

4.5/5(38 reviews)

Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.

Byward Market Square
Carleton University

Carleton University

4/5(3 reviews)

Explore the campus of Carleton University as part of your travels around Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Carleton University
Rideau Canal showing a city, a castle and a river or creek

Rideau Canal

4.5/5(31 reviews)

This engineering and scenic marvel fills with pleasure craft in summer and transforms into the world’s longest naturally frozen skating rink in winter.

Rideau Canal

Things to do

Canadian Museum of History

Canadian Museum of History Admission Ticket

S$22
per adult
Canadian Museum of History Admission Ticket
Canadian Children's Museum

Canadian Children's Museum Admission included with Museum of History

S$22
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Canadian Children's Museum Admission included with Museum of History
Shapers of Ottawa Exploration Game

Downtown Ottawa: Private Investigator Quest Experience

S$17
per adult
Downtown Ottawa: Private Investigator Quest Experience
Ottawa: Rockcliffe Neighborhood Exploration Game

Rockcliffe Ottawa: Exploration Game and Tour

S$11
per adult
Rockcliffe Ottawa: Exploration Game and Tour
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter

Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter

S$180
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Picture 1 for Activity Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

S$19
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
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Top hotels in Downtown Gatineau

Four Points By Sheraton Gatineau-Ottawa
Four Points By Sheraton Gatineau-Ottawa
3.5 out of 5
35 rue Laurier, Gatineau, QC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$172 per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
S$172
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan,2025
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Great place to visit.
"Great hotel, very clean and spacious room. Everything was ideal. The bathroom was clean and modern. Bed was comfortable. Breakfast was tasty too. And the staff were very friendly."

Reviewed on 22 Dec,2024

Four Points By Sheraton Gatineau-Ottawa
Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown
Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown
3 out of 5
131 Rue Laurier, Gatineau, QC
The price is S$161 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
S$161
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan,2025
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The BW is a special place for us, we love the river view and this time we got the same room we got when we first met, it was a special feeling. thank you, doug"

Reviewed on 2 Dec,2024

Best Western Plus Gatineau-Ottawa Downtown
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
The price is S$227 per night from 10 Jan to 11 Jan
S$227
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan,2025
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,086 reviews)
"My wife, my youngest child, and myself enjoyed our stay at Château Laurier, especially the wonderful staff."

Reviewed on 28 Dec,2024

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
The Business Inn
The Business Inn
2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is S$145 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
S$145
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan,2025
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7,063 reviews)
"happy"

Reviewed on 28 Dec,2024

The Business Inn
Lord Elgin Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel
4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is S$190 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
S$190
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan,2025
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,127 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on 28 Dec,2024

Lord Elgin Hotel
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
4 out of 5
130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON
The price is S$172 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
S$172
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan,2025
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,334 reviews)
"Hotel itself was nice - rooms are exceptionally clean and well renovated. Beds were nice but a bit on a harder side. Very nice pillows. Great convenient kitchen, appliances, set of dishes, etc. Nice sitting room, dining space and place to do remote work if needed. Plenty of wardrobe and storage space. ..."

Reviewed on 28 Dec,2024

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Gatineau

Canadian Museum of History featuring skyline and modern architecture

Hull

4/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Hull
Parliament Hill featuring nightlife, performance art and night scenes

Byward Market - Parliament Hill

If you're spending time in Byward Market - Parliament Hill, check out sights like Parliament Building or Peace Tower and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rideau Station or Parliament Station.

Byward Market - Parliament Hill
Byward Market which includes street scenes, signage and markets

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.

ByWard Market
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Downtown Ottawa

4/5(47 area reviews)

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 uOttawa Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Ottawa
Ottawa which includes snow

Centretown

4/5(15 area reviews)

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.

Centretown
Ottawa featuring a cascade, a bridge and snow

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.

Glebe

Downtown Gatineau