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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

National Arts Centre

Top hotels in Golden Triangle

The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is ₹8,217 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
₹8,217
₹9,750 total
24 Jul - 25 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! (7,619 reviews)
"I was travelling with my daughters and we stopped there for a night. The central location close to downtown, the clean, spacious room, the nice, clean bathroom having enough towels for all of us were only a few highlights of what we enjoyed in our stay. The only reason I didn’t give 5 stars was the ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

The Business Inn
Cartier Place Suite Hotel

Cartier Place Suite Hotel

3 out of 5
180 Cooper Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is ₹12,821 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
₹12,821
₹15,212 total
23 Jul - 24 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! (3,767 reviews)
"Great stay!"

Reviewed on 16 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 ₹10,681 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
₹10,681
₹12,674 total
23 Jul - 24 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! (1,064 reviews)
"Spent 3 nights here. Rooms size was decent. Loved the full kitchen and balcony. Clean and in a quiet location next to city hall about a 10 minute walk from parliament buildings and spark street. I would stay here again."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

25 Cartier LP / Ottawa Embassy Hotel
Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹12,281 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
₹12,281
₹14,572 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! (2,583 reviews)
"Very nice and clean . Room was really big . Close to mall and everything was walkable."

Reviewed on 21 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 ₹6,616 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
₹6,616
₹7,873 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (1,043 reviews)
Good place and good price!
"The room was as expected. Good price in a walkable reach of most Ottawa activities. Great spot to visit Ottawa."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is ₹10,953 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
₹10,953
₹12,996 total
7 Aug - 8 Aug
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! (2,423 reviews)
"Excellent staff and service. We had a great stay."

Reviewed on 17 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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