Pro sports in Ottawa
4 pro teams play in Ottawa. Here's where to see them, plus tickets and how to build it into a road trip.
🏆 Ottawa teams
⚡ Quick answers
- What pro sports teams are in Ottawa?
- Ottawa has 4 pro teams: the Ottawa Redblacks (CFL), the Ottawa Senators (NHL), the Ottawa 67's (OHL) and the Ottawa Charge (PWHL).
- Where do Ottawa's teams play?
- Canadian Tire Centre (Senators, Charge), TD Place Stadium (Redblacks) and TD Place Arena (67's).
- What airport do you fly into for a game in Ottawa?
- Ottawa (YOW) is the closest major airport, about 16 miles (26 km) from Canadian Tire Centre — roughly 23 min by car depending on traffic.
🧳 Things to do in Ottawa
Canada's capital — Parliament, canals and world-class museums. Make a weekend of it.
💬In winter, skate the Rideau Canal (the world's largest skating rink); in summer, bike its paths. The museums are the best in the country, and the ByWard Market is where to eat, drink and grab a BeaverTail.
🍽 Eat
- The ByWard Market — Food stalls, restaurants and a BeaverTail.
- Elgin Street — Local dining.
🍺 Grab a drink
- The ByWard Market — Ottawa's nightlife hub.
🎨 See & culture
- National Gallery of Canada — The giant spider out front is 'Maman'.
- Canadian Museum of History — Just across the river in Gatineau.
🎯 Things to do
- Parliament Hill — Tours and the changing of the guard.
🌲 Outdoors & hikes
- The Rideau Canal — Skate it in winter, bike it in summer.
Hand-picked highlights for planning a trip around the games — verify hours & details before you go.
🏠 Where to stay in Ottawa
Vacation rentals across Ottawaon OwnerDirect — book direct with the owner, with more room than a hotel if you're travelling as a group.