Orleans Travel Guide
Ottawa
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.
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 fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Orleans
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa East - Orleans by IHG
Most amazing hospitality I have received in a long time! Hotel was clean and front desk was just absolutely great and helpful (recommending food, making sure we knew where things where). I did not get to try breakfast as the beds were so comfortable, I slept through the alarm. Pool is a little small ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Quality Inn Orleans
The property did not have the hot tub that was shown in the pictures.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Great location, pet friendly
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
The Business Inn
Its great to have the restaurant below the Inn with opportunity to play pool. They have great staff and great atmosphere for a night out.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
It was great location and we enjoy staying the hotel.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
Clean room. Shower head needs replacing.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Orleans
Gloucester
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Gloucester. Top attractions like Place D'Orleans Shopping Center and Rideau Canal are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Blair Station or Cyrville Station to see more of the city.
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.
Sandy Hill
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Sandy Hill. Make a stop by Rideau Centre or Rideau Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.
Old Ottawa East
While in Old Ottawa East, you'll enjoy the sporting events. Catch the metro at Lees Station to see top sights like Rideau Canal while you're in the area.
Downtown Ottawa
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ottawa. Check out top attractions like Rideau Centre and Rideau Mall, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.
ByWard Market
A noteworthy feature of ByWard Market is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Byward Market Square and Rideau Centre.
