Golden Triangle Travel Guide

Ottawa

Photo by Linda Nisbett
Photo by Linda Nisbett
Photo by Carole Brown
Photo by Carole Brown
Photo by Carole Brown
Photo by Carole Brown

Popular places to visit

Parliament Hill showing heritage architecture and an administrative building

Parliament Hill

4.5/5(36 reviews)

Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.

Parliament Hill
Byward Market which includes street scenes, signage and markets

Byward Market Square

4.5/5(38 reviews)

Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.

Byward Market Square
Carleton University

Carleton University

4/5(3 reviews)

Explore the campus of Carleton University as part of your travels around Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Carleton University
Rideau Canal featuring a city, street scenes and a castle

Rideau Canal

4.5/5(31 reviews)

This engineering and scenic marvel fills with pleasure craft in summer and transforms into the world’s longest naturally frozen skating rink in winter.

Rideau Canal
Canadian Museum of History featuring skyline and modern architecture

Canadian Museum of History

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.

Canadian Museum of History
National Arts Centre

National Arts Centre

4.5/5(2 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

National Arts Centre

Top hotels in Golden Triangle

The Business Inn
The Business Inn
2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹7,559 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
₹7,559
₹8,968 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7,326 reviews)
"Property is older but extremely clean. Very good location for excellent dining and pubs. walkable to major tourist attractions. Continental breakfast on steroids with many many options and premade grab and go bags. Rooms are large with separate living room, bedroom, bathroom and kitchen. 2 tvs and ..."

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025

The Business Inn
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
3 out of 5
180 Cooper Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is ₹12,160 per night from 1 May to 2 May
₹12,160
₹14,427 total
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this eco-certified aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,590 reviews)
"When I arrive, the lady that was working in the evening was more than a five star rating. I give her a 10 out of 10 she went over and beyond for the customer would definitely recommend dealing with this lady 100 times over."

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2025

Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Ottawa Embassy Hotel & Suites
Ottawa Embassy Hotel & Suites
3.5 out of 5
25 Cartier St, Ottawa, ON
The price is ₹10,409 per night from 19 May to 20 May
₹10,409
₹12,351 total
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,103 reviews)
"I like everything about the property, but the restaurant breakfast was not very good and neither was the service My eggs were cold. In the hallway, there was a smell of the kitchen and I was on the eleventh floor and it was on the first floor."

Reviewed on 21 Apr 2025

Ottawa Embassy Hotel & Suites
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
The price is ₹15,640 per night from 2 May to 3 May
₹15,640
₹18,557 total
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,369 reviews)
Amazing stay
"Fairmont is always the best. Great location, room was very comfortable. Surrounding areas of interest were close by and easy to get to. Best of all the park next to the hotel was a great plus for our dog. Only con was the air conditioning took very long to cool. Luckily we could open the window in ..."

Reviewed on 21 Apr 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Lord Elgin Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel
4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is ₹12,960 per night from 19 May to 20 May
₹12,960
₹15,377 total
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,389 reviews)
"Great location."

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
4 out of 5
130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON
The price is ₹13,871 per night from 4 May to 5 May
₹13,871
₹16,458 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,516 reviews)
"Great to have full suite with bedroom and kitchen. The modern rooms could use some throw pillows on the sofa to soften the arm rests and to add comfort appeal. Overall great guest services and parking options."

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Golden Triangle

Ottawa which includes snow

Centretown

4/5(15 area reviews)

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Centretown. Top attractions like Elgin Street and Canadian Museum of Nature are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Parliament Station or Lyon Station to see more of the city.

Centretown
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Downtown Ottawa

4/5(47 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ottawa. Check out top attractions like Rideau Centre and Byward Market Square, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or uOttawa Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Ottawa
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Sandy Hill

Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Sandy Hill. Make a stop by Rideau Centre or Rideau Canal while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.

Sandy Hill
Byward Market which includes street scenes, signage and markets

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.

ByWard Market
Parliament Hill featuring nightlife, performance art and night scenes

Byward Market - Parliament Hill

If you're spending time in Byward Market - Parliament Hill, check out sights like Parliament Building or Parliament Hill and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rideau Station or Parliament Station.

Byward Market - Parliament Hill
Ottawa featuring a cascade, a bridge and snow

Glebe

You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Glebe. You might want to make time for a stop at TD Place Stadium or Rideau Canal.

Glebe

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