Downtown Gatineau

Ottawa
Downtown Gatineau
Downtown Gatineau
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Photo by AdventureJ
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Photo by Mahesh Srinivas
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Photo by Dennis Mooney

Popular places to visit

Canadian Museum of History featuring skyline and modern architecture

Canadian Museum of History

4.5/5(17 reviews)

At this museum, one of the most visited in Canada, discover the events, experiences, people and objects that have shaped the nation’s history.

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 featuring outdoor eating, a city 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 which includes boating, a river or creek and street scenes

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 Children's Museum

Canadian Children's Museum Admission included with Museum of History

€15
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

€12
per adult
Downtown Ottawa: Private Investigator Quest Experience
Ottawa: Rockcliffe Neighborhood Exploration Game

Rockcliffe Ottawa: Exploration Game and Tour

€8
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

€127
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

€14
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Canadian War Museum

Canadian War Museum Admission

€14
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum 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
The price is €119 per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
€119
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
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)
"Very grateful to the gentleman that checked us in. There was a hockey competition in town. Much of the hotel was filled with kids. He was very considerate and upgraded us on a floor that was very quiet. My only concern I had was the cleanliness of the bathroom; not cleaned very well."

Reviewed on 30 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €114 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
€114
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
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! (1,000 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 €155 per night from 17 Jan to 18 Jan
€155
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
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! (2,094 reviews)
"Great accommodations however the walls are thin and we were awaken several times due to the noise coming from other rooms."

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2024

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
The Business Inn
The Business Inn
2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is €99 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
€99
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
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! (7,056 reviews)
"Great location and clean"

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2024

The Business Inn
Lord Elgin Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel
4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is €127 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
€127
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
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)
"Concierge had been helpful"

Reviewed on 31 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 €107 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
€107
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
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! (4,342 reviews)
"Great bed. Lots of space. Needs updates"

Reviewed on 31 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

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