The Canadian Tire Centre sits in Kanata, in Ottawa's western suburbs, about 25 minutes from downtown. Home to the Ottawa Senators, it's a drive-and-park arena. Plan your ride. Remember it's an international trip, so bring your passport.
Getting There
Fly into Ottawa (YOW), then head to Kanata west of the city — the arena is a drive from both the airport and downtown.
It's an international trip, so bring your passport. The arena is suburban with limited transit (game-day bus service runs from downtown), so most fans drive, rideshare, or take the shuttle.
Where to Stay
Stay in downtown Ottawa for the city (Parliament Hill, the ByWard Market) and drive or take the game-day bus out to Kanata.
Or pick a hotel in Kanata near the arena for proximity; note prices are in Canadian dollars.
Parking & When to Arrive
There are big lots around the arena, and prepaid is smart. Rideshare and the game-day bus from downtown are alternatives.
Roof & Climate
Yes, indoor arena, fully enclosed and climate controlled year-round.
Canadian Tire Centre is a fully enclosed, climate-controlled indoor arena. Arenas run cool, especially NHL buildings where the ice holds the bowl temperature down. Bring a layer even in summer.
Where Visiting Fans Sit
It's a comfortable arena with good sightlines and no major obstructed views.
Lower-bowl seats are pricier while the upper deck is good value. Senators crowds are relaxed and friendly to visiting fans.
Food & What to Bring
Expect Canadian favorites like poutine alongside the arena standards.
Check the bag policy, as arena clear-bag or small-bag rules usually apply. It's indoors, but dress warmly for the Ottawa cold outside.
Comparing parks? We checked bag policies at all 30 MLB ballparks.
The Pregame Scene
There isn't a walkable bar district at the suburban arena, so the pregame is mostly nearby chain restaurants or inside.
For a livelier scene, downtown Ottawa and the ByWard Market are the pregame before you head out to Kanata.
Insider Tips
Bring your passport (it's an international trip) and plan the drive or game-day bus out to Kanata. Note Canadian dollars.
Stay downtown for the city and pair it with Parliament Hill and the ByWard Market. A relaxed, friendly away arena.
Build your Canadian Tire Centre trip
Choose each piece: flights into YOW, a hotel in downtown Ottawa or near the arena in Kanata, Senators tickets, and a rental car (the arena is suburban with limited transit). Remember it's an international trip. Save it to My trips to keep your dates. Nothing books until you're ready.