What To Know Before Visiting Ottawa
Ottawa is Canada's capital and a premier destination for conventions, meetings, and events.
Ottawa combines world-class convention facilities with historic landmarks, vibrant neighbourhoods, and year-round attractions. Located between Toronto and Montreal, Canada’s capital is easy to explore on foot and offers a unique mix of culture, dining, shopping, and outdoor experiences.
Guests attending events at the Rogers Centre Ottawa often extend their stay to visit Ottawa landmarks such as Parliament Hill, the Rideau Canal, the National Gallery of Canada, and the ByWard Market.
Conveniently located in the heart of downtown, the Rogers Centre Ottawa is within walking distance of more than 6,000 hotel rooms, directly connected to The Westin Ottawa and CF Rideau Centre, and close to many of the city’s most popular attractions.
What Are the Different Ways of Travelling to Ottawa?
Getting to Ottawa by Air
The Ottawa International Airport serves the Capital with direct flights to more than 30 North American and international destinations – and it’s a quick 20-minute ride from the Rogers Centre Ottawa.
Approximate travel times by air
- Toronto – 1 hour
- Montreal – ½ hour
- New York – 1 ½ hours
- Washington – 1 ½ hours
- Chicago – 2 hours
- London – 6 hours
- Frankfurt – 7 hours
Getting to Ottawa by Train
Via Rail serves Ottawa with passenger train service along the Quebec City-Windsor Corridor – adjoining cities such as Montreal and Toronto. The Ottawa Train Station is a short 10-minute ride from the Rogers Centre Ottawa, connected directly via Ottawa’s light rail transit system.
Driving Directions to Ottawa from Toronto
- Highway 401 east to Highway 416 north
- Exit at Highway 417 east
- Exit at Nicholas Street
- Nicholas Street north for 3.5 km/2.2 miles
- Left onto Daly Avenue
- The Rogers Centre Ottawa is located at the corner of Daly and Colonel By Drive
Total distance: 397 km (248 miles)
Estimated time: 4.5 hours
Driving Directions to Ottawa from Montreal
- Autoroute 40 west to Highway 417 west to Ottawa
- Exit at Nicholas Street
- Follow Nicholas Street north for 3.5 km/2.2 miles
- Turn left onto Daly Avenue
- The Rogers Centre Ottawa is at the Corner of Daly and Colonel By Drive
Distance: 189 km (118 miles)
Estimated time: 2 hours
Where To Stay
Hotels Within Walking Distance of the Rogers Centre Ottawa
The Rogers Centre Ottawa is within walking distance of more than 6,000 downtown Ottawa hotel rooms, including approximately 1,500 rooms within one city block.
Visitors can choose from luxury hotels, business hotels, boutique accommodations, and extended-stay options. The venue is directly connected to The Westin Ottawa and located beside CF Rideau Centre, making it easy to access accommodations, shopping, restaurants, and downtown attractions.
For the latest hotel availability and accommodation options, visit Ottawa Tourism.
Frequently Asked Questions About Visiting Ottawa
Top landmarks located near the Rogers Centre Ottawa include Parliament Hill, the Rideau Canal, the ByWard Market, the National Arts Centre, CF Rideau Centre, and the National Gallery of Canada.
Visitors can take a taxi, rideshare, rental car, or public transit from Ottawa International Airport. By car, the drive to the Rogers Centre Ottawa is approximately 20 minutes. Visitors can also take the O-Train Line 4 from the airport and transfer to Line 1 toward downtown, with the closest station to the Rogers Centre Ottawa being Rideau Station.
Yes. More than 6,000 hotel rooms are located within walking distance of the Rogers Centre Ottawa, including approximately 1,500 rooms within one city block. The venue is directly connected to The Westin Ottawa.
Ottawa is easily reached by air, train, or car. Ottawa International Airport offers direct flights from major Canadian, U.S., and international cities, while VIA Rail connects Ottawa to Toronto, Montreal, and other cities along the Québec City–Windsor Corridor.
Yes. Many of Ottawa’s major attractions, hotels, restaurants, shopping, and entertainment districts are within walking distance of the Rogers Centre Ottawa. The city is also served by public transit, including the O-Train light rail system.
