DoubleTree by Hilton Ottawa Downtown

To truly appreciate Canada’s artistic treasures, explore the National Gallery of Canada. The beautiful modern building houses the most comprehensive collection of Canadian art, including a large number by the Group of Seven and strong collections of Indigenous, Asian, and International works. It also has one of the world’s most comprehensive collections of photographs and related materials. Even kids (or kids-at-heart) can get artsy by joining workshops, making their own artwork and sharing it with people from around the world at the Open Studio.

This convention centre offers 192,000 square feet of highly flexible meeting space, outstanding views of downtown Ottawa through its glass façade, and is among the most environmentally-sustainable and energy-friendly centres in North America. The Rogers Centre Ottawa (formerly Shaw Centre) has achieved AIPC Gold and LEED Gold certification standards and has been recognized as one of the top three convention centres in the world. The fully-accessible facility is equipped with leading-edge technology and column-free, carpeted meeting rooms spread out over four floors. The multipurpose hall and ballroom offer panoramic views of the Rideau Canal UNESCO World Heritage Site, historic Parliament Hill, and numerous other national landmarks. Interior walkways allow direct access to The Westin Ottawa hotel as well as the CF Rideau Centre, and the vibrant ByWard Market neighbourhood is just steps away.

The ByWard Market District is Ottawa’s unique heritage destination for cuisine, shopping, arts, entertainment, and professional services for residents and visitors alike - making it the number one tourist attraction in the National Capital Region. The area is home to a year-round public market packed with artisans and culinary delights. With over 600 businesses in the district and an average of 50,000 visitors per weekend during the high season, the ByWard Market has something for everyone. Between May and October, the market's vibrancy spills out onto the streets. Small business owners gather outside the Market Hall, turning the area into a bustling outdoor market metropolis. Music and art can be seen and heard throughout the area, delighting the senses of all who experience it. Now, in its inaugural year, you can experience the outdoor market during the winter months with our new ByWard Winter Market festival — taking place from November to early January the market turns into a winter wonderland, thanks to the generous donation of the Destination Development Fund from Ottawa Tourism.