Alta Vista

Ottawa

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Popular places to visit

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
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
Canadian War Museum showing modern architecture and a city

Canadian War Museum

5/5(12 reviews)

The country’s museum of military history features collections of weapons and vehicles that cover hundreds of years of conflict.

Canadian War Museum

Things to do

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

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

S$52
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Canadian War Museum

Canadian War Museum Admission

S$23
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

S$25
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

S$32
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa Downtown Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour

Ottawa Downtown Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour

S$10
per adult
Ottawa Downtown Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter

Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter

S$206
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
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Top hotels in Alta Vista

Residence Inn by Marriott Ottawa Airport
Residence Inn by Marriott Ottawa Airport
3 out of 5
1172 Walkley Rd, Ottawa, ON
The price is S$165 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
S$165
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"My children and I stayed one night while on the road. We loved the hotel suite with a bedroom. It gave us the ability to have the younger children sleep while we were awake without bothering them. The pool was warm and the gym was great! The complimentary breakfast was very good with many ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jul, 2025

Residence Inn by Marriott Ottawa Airport
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$235 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
S$235
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,564 reviews)
"A lovely stay every single time! We love how close it is to everything, how cozy and beautiful the hotel and how welcoming and kind the staff is! It's unfortunate that there are some fairly sketchy individuals around the hotel (but mostly towards byward market a couple of blocks over) but the hotel ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul, 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street, Gatineau, QC
The price is S$117 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
S$117
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Canadian War ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,026 reviews)
"Nice hotel"

Reviewed on 12 Jul, 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
The Business Inn
The Business Inn
2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is S$148 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
S$148
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (7,625 reviews)
Nice stay
"Nice hotel with suites in the center of the city."

Reviewed on 14 Jul, 2025

The Business Inn
Lord Elgin Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel
4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is S$221 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
S$221
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,446 reviews)
"Great location. Friendly and helpful staff Rooms comfortable and clean."

Reviewed on 14 Jul, 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
2.5 out of 5
235 KING EDWARD AVENUE, Ottawa, ON
The price is S$173 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
S$173
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,310 reviews)
"Great offer for the price, location, and amenities."

Reviewed on 14 Jul, 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Alta Vista

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
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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.

South End
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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.

Industrial Park
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.

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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.

Sandy Hill
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

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