Alta Vista Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Canadian Tire Centre
Catch an event at Canadian Tire Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Carleton University
Explore the campus of Carleton University as part of your travels around Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
University of Ottawa
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Ottawa during your visit to Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Casino du Lac Leamy
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your visit to Gatineau? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Alta Vista
Residence Inn by Marriott Ottawa Airport
"Nice. Affordable. Great location. Wish they had a bar or restaurant, but there are places close by."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
"All great! Loved our stay"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
"Déjeuner excellent"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
The Business Inn
"The staff was friendly the room was big"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
"Great hotel. Would return. Staff were very accommodating."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
"Extremely welcoming staff and a real old-school hotel vibe. Room decor is dated in a mostly nostalgic way, but spacious and clean in a great location. Selfishly, would have a been great if pool opened before 8am."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alta Vista
Glebe
You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Glebe. You might want to make time for a stop at TD Place Stadium or Elgin Street.
Old Ottawa East
During your stop in Old Ottawa East, check out the sporting events, and jump on the metro at Lees Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Industrial Park
If you're spending time in Industrial Park, check out sights like Canada Science and Technology Museum or St. Laurent Centre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cyrville Station or St-Laurent Station.
South End
Consider a visit to South Keys Shopping Centre and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in South End. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Greenboro Station or Confederation Station.
Centretown
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Centretown. Top attractions like Parliament Hill and Elgin Street are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Parliament Station or Lyon Station to see more of the city.
Sandy Hill
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Sandy Hill. Make a stop by Laurier House or Rideau Centre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.
