What's Downtown Ottawa Like?
There's a lot visitors like about Downtown Ottawa, especially its shops and museums. Enjoy this walkable neighborhood's art scene and selection of restaurants. 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 Metro
Stations in the neighborhood 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
- Parliament Hill
Things to Do in Downtown Ottawa
- Rideau Centre
- Byward Market Square
- National Arts Centre
- Sparks Street Mall
- National Gallery of Canada
Other Popular Downtown Ottawa Attractions
- Elgin Street
- Rideau Canal
- Ottawa Art Gallery
- Rideau Mall
- National War Memorial