Gloucester Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Rideau Canal
This engineering and scenic marvel fills with pleasure craft in summer and transforms into the world’s longest naturally frozen skating rink in winter.
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.
National Arts Centre
You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Canadian Museum of History
Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.
Top hotels in Gloucester
Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Airport
Lady at the check in counter not very welcoming
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Welcominns Hotel Ottawa
Courteous staff, nice breakfast, clean room
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Airport
Best hotel 👍👍
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Ottawa East by IHG
Staff was good. The drainage in bath tub is not proper and breakfast should be included like other holiday inn.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Travelodge by Wyndham Ottawa East
I have been enjoying my clean, warm (* due to the season), comfortable & nicely decorated room so far. Staff has been friendly and very helpful. Thank you.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Comfort Inn Ottawa East
Great place to stay
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gloucester
Overbrook
When in Overbrook and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like St. Laurent Centre or Cosmic Adventures and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St-Laurent Station or Cyrville Station.
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.
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.
Golden Triangle
Golden Triangle is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Elgin Street and Ottawa City Hall while in the area.
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.
