What's Downtown Ottawa like?
There are lots of things that visitors like about Downtown Ottawa, especially its restaurants and museums. Enjoy this walkable neighbourhood's art scene and selection of shops. Take in some culture at National Arts Centre and National Gallery of Canada. There's plenty more to see, including Rideau Centre and Byward Market Square.
How to get to Downtown Ottawa
Flying to:
- Ottawa International Airport (YOW), 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from Downtown Ottawa
Getting to Downtown Ottawa on the metro
Stations in the neighbourhood include:
- Rideau Station
- uOttawa Station
- Parliament Station
Things to see and do in and around Downtown Ottawa
What to see in Downtown Ottawa
- Rogers Centre Ottawa
- University of Ottawa
- Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica
- Parliament Building
- Peace Tower
Things to do in Downtown Ottawa
- Rideau Centre
- Byward Market Square
- National Arts Centre
- National Gallery of Canada
- Elgin Street
Other popular Downtown Ottawa attractions
- Rideau Canal
- Ottawa Art Gallery
- Rideau Mall
- Confederation Park
- National War Memorial