Title: Ottawa Valley Travel Guide: Best of Ottawa Valley, Canada Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Ottawa Valley](https://expedia.co.uk/Ottawa-Valley-Hotels.d6234134.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Ottawa Valley](https://expedia.co.uk/Ottawa-Valley-Holiday-Rentals.d6234134.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Ottawa Valley](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Ottawa-Valley.d6234134.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Ottawa Valley Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Ottawa-Valley.d6234134.Car-Hire-Guide)[Ottawa Valley Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Ottawa-Valley.d6234134.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Ottawa Valley Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Parliament Hill showing heritage architecture and an administrative building](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/49000/49663-Parliament-Hill.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Parliament Hill showing château or palace, heritage architecture and an administrative building](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/49000/49671-Parliament-Hill.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Confederation Square which includes a city and a monument](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/195000/195010-Confederation-Square.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Parliament Hill showing a castle and snow](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/194000/194988-Parliament-Hill.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rideau Canal showing a city, a garden and a fountain](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/49000/49470-Rideau-Canal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Ottawa Valley Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Ottawa Valley ![Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/49000/49386-Ottawa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Rideau Mall, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ottawa-Downtown-Ottawa.dx6057857) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/35533bb7fc0e15ec20fa2a3320f80363.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kanata Kanata is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Canadian Tire Centre and Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre while you're in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ottawa-Kanata.dx6057858) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/b11fd7d3e53580e35a4571ac04eef11a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nepean Nepean is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Nepean Sportsplex and Bayshore Shopping Centre while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ottawa-Nepean.dx8987) ![Byward Market which includes street scenes, signage and markets](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/49000/49208-Byward-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ottawa-ByWard-Market.dx553248633981688734) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Orleans Orleans is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Petrie Island Park and Place D'Orleans Shopping Center. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Orleans.dx59205) ![Canada Aviation and Space Museum showing interior views and aircraft](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/49000/49600-Canada-Aviation-And-Space-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Gloucester Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Gloucester. Top attractions like Place D'Orleans Shopping Center and Rideau Canal are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Blair Station or Cyrville Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ottawa-Gloucester.dx10574) - Top hotels in Ottawa Valley - Top Holiday Rentals in Ottawa Valley ![Lord Elgin Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/528300/528265/f7a6531d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lord Elgin Hotel 100 Elgin St Ottawa ON £128 19 Dec - 20 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,650 reviews) The room was perfect!!! The pool is great! But we were welcomed only in English (we are French Canadian) and it’s Ottawa, the capital of Canada . This city is supposed to be bilingual and this is a high quality hôtel, we expect bilingual staff at the réception. Not Even a « Bonjour ». Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F12%2F2025&endDate=20%2F12%2F2025&selected=528265&PinnedHotelID=528265&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6234134) ![Fairmont Chateau Laurier](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3300/3283/25398c6b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fairmont Chateau Laurier 1 Rideau St Ottawa ON £131 5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,993 reviews) Very classy place! Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F01%2F2026&endDate=06%2F01%2F2026&selected=3283&PinnedHotelID=3283&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6234134) ![The Business Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/896800/896730/c3a9cf93_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Business Inn 180 MacLaren Street Ottawa ON £76 1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (8,094 reviews) Extremely difficult to navigate around the hotel. Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F01%2F2026&endDate=02%2F01%2F2026&selected=896730&PinnedHotelID=896730&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6234134) [See all 706 properties in Ottawa Valley](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=17%2F12%2F2025&endDate=18%2F12%2F2025®ionId=6234134) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Les Suites Hotel Ottawa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16000/16000/6f352d92_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Les Suites Hotel Ottawa 130 Besserer St Ottawa ON Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (5,207 reviews) Rooms are clean and very spacious, I like that one room has its own bed ( more privacy for me). I loved my view at nights! Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ottawa-Hotels-Les-Suites-Hotel-Ottawa.h16000.Hotel-Information) ![Cartier Place Suite Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/53000/52951/b19d1ea9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cartier Place Suite Hotel 180 Cooper Street Ottawa ON Stay at this aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (4,077 reviews) Young lady at the Front desk was outstanding! Very helpful with multiple issues. I was travelling alone with my 4 young grandchildren and she went out of her way to assist. Excellent service. I stay in Ottawa 4-5 times a year and will definitely be back. Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ottawa-Hotels-Cartier-Place-Suite-Hotel.h52951.Hotel-Information) ![Parc Omega](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48750000/48746400/48746303/423b2cc2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Parc Omega 399 QC-323 Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours QC Stay at this cabin in Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Omega Park and Camp Explora ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (187 reviews) We enjoyed our stay Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Notre-Dame-De-Bonsecours-Hotels-Parc-Omega.h48746303.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Ottawa Valley](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6234134&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Parliament-Hill-Downtown-Ottawa.d502188.Attraction) ![Byward Market which includes street scenes, signage and markets](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/49000/49208-Byward-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Byward-Market-Square-Downtown-Ottawa.d502203.Attraction) ![Carleton University](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/9011bfed1d06e0144298d9ae8929d734.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Carleton-University-Ottawa.d502205.Attraction) ![National Arts Centre](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/516000/516696-national-arts-centre.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Arts Centre 4.5/5(2 reviews) You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Arts-Centre-Downtown-Ottawa.d502201.Attraction) ![Canadian Museum of History featuring skyline and modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/49000/49314-Canadian-Museum-Of-Civilization-Ottawa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canadian-Museum-Of-History-Hull.d6072533.Attraction) ![Canadian War Museum which includes a city and modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/49000/49203-Canadian-War-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. 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