Golden Triangle Travel Guide

Ottawa

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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 War Museum which includes a city and modern architecture

Canadian War Museum

5/5(12 reviews)

The country’s museum of military history features collections of weapons and vehicles that cover hundreds of years of conflict.

Canadian War Museum
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

Top hotels in Golden Triangle

The Business Inn
The Business Inn
2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is ₹8,254 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹8,254
₹9,794 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (7,615 reviews)
"A great hotel in the city with a fabulous breakfast."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

The Business Inn
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
3 out of 5
180 Cooper Street, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹12,518 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
₹12,518
₹14,852 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (3,750 reviews)
"Great location. Close to restaurants and shopping. Some of the front desk staff didn't give all the relevant information like wifi password during check in"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Cartier Place Suite Hotel
25 Cartier LP / Ottawa Embassy Hotel
25 Cartier LP / Ottawa Embassy Hotel
3.5 out of 5
25 Cartier St, Ottawa, ON
The price is ₹10,724 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹10,724
₹12,725 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,072 reviews)
Good Location
"Nice location for a walk to The Hill. Room was clean and staff were very friendly."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

25 Cartier LP / Ottawa Embassy Hotel
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
The price is ₹13,263 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
₹13,263
₹15,736 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,559 reviews)
"The staff are not knowledgeable about the layout in the rooms. You could not watch television because it was on a bureau away from the bed. After our complaint, the clerk at the front desk assigned us a room on a higher floor with the same configuration. Had to ask for another room!"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street, Gatineau, QC
The price is ₹6,605 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
₹6,605
₹7,859 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Canadian War ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,020 reviews)
"The hotel was very good, friendly staff , the room was clean, and the view from the room was also very good"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Lord Elgin Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel
4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is ₹10,227 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹10,227
₹12,134 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,440 reviews)
"The Bell staff and shift manager were really responsive and helpful when we arrived with a large truck. They were kind enough to let us know when a spot was available, even though we ultimately decided to stay in the off-site parking lot. Thank you for your attentiveness!"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
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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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