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
Downtown Ottawa is located 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from the heart of Ottawa.
Flying to:
- Ottawa International Airport (YOW), 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from Downtown Ottawa
Things to see and do in and around Downtown Ottawa
What to see in Downtown Ottawa
- Shaw Centre
- University of Ottawa
- Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica
- Parliament Building
- Parliament Hill
Things to do in Downtown Ottawa
- Rideau Centre
- Byward Market Square
- National Arts Centre
- National Gallery of Canada
- Ottawa Art Gallery
Other popular Downtown Ottawa attractions
- Rideau Mall
- National War Memorial
- Confederation Park
- Sparks Street Mall
- Laurier House
