Canada's capital doesn't get as much love as Toronto or Montreal, but it's loaded with big-city culture, dining, and nightlife. For that up-all-night urban buzz, head to Byward Market, the most central neighborhood in town. You'll find nearly every major chain hotel here, covering all budgets, and too many bars and restaurants to count. The Rideau Canal is also next door, and it becomes the world's biggest skating rink in the winter. But if chill local vibes are what you're seeking, try a B&B in The Glebe, with its leafy streets and indie dining scene, or head to the hipster haven of Westboro Village.