Lowertown

Ottawa

A cathedral interior with ornate golden altars, blue and gold ceiling patterns, and tall stained glass windows.
A historic church with twin spires and a clock tower, surrounded by lush greenery and urban street elements.
An ornate cathedral interior with high vaulted ceilings, intricate stained glass windows, and detailed carvings.
An art gallery with wooden floors, paintings on the walls, and a skylight.
An art gallery with red walls and wooden floors. There are three paintings displayed, one on each wall and one on the floor.

Stay near popular Lowertown attractions

A long corridor with high ceilings, large windows, and columns.

National Gallery of Canada

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You can spend time browsing the exhibits at National Gallery of Canada during your trip to Ottawa. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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Things to do

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

$27
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour

Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour

$26
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Canadian War Museum Admission

Canadian War Museum Admission

$19
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Hidden Ottawa Secrets Walking Tour

Hidden Ottawa Secrets Walking Tour

$27
per adult
Hidden Ottawa Secrets Walking Tour
Grand Hall

Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)

$21
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
National Gallery of Canada Admission

National Gallery of Canada Admission

$18
per adult
National Gallery of Canada Admission
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Where to stay in Lowertown

Find the best Lowertown areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Lowertown
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A large Gothic-style church with twin spires and a clock tower.

Downtown Ottawa

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ottawa. Check out top attractions like Parliament Hill and Rideau Centre, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.

The exterior of the Canadian Tire Centre with hockey player images and the text "Ottawa Rising" and "Ottawa Debout".

Kanata

Travelers come to Kanata for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Canadian Tire Centre and Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre while you're in town.

A canal with boats, a bridge, and historic buildings with green roofs.

Nepean

Nepean is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Nepean Sportsplex or Bayshore Shopping Centre.

A street with The Grand, The Aldeburiner, and The Pour House.

ByWard Market

ByWard Market is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Byward Market Square and Rideau Centre.

A collection of vintage biplanes on display in a museum.

Gloucester

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Gloucester. Top attractions like Ernst & Young Centre and Rideau Carleton Raceway are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Blair Station or Cyrville Station to see more of the city.

Lowertown

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