Golden Triangle Travel Guide

Ottawa

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

Top hotels in Golden Triangle

The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is ₹8,239 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
₹8,239
₹9,776 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
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! (7,628 reviews)
"We were upgraded abd had a loveky suite. Thank you very much. Would stay with you again."

Reviewed on 14 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 ₹12,215 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹12,215
₹14,493 total
20 Jul - 21 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! (3,758 reviews)
"Excllent location close to Parliament and other heritage buildings, though parking very expensive"

Reviewed on 14 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 ₹11,203 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹11,203
₹13,293 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! (1,073 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹12,176 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
₹12,176
₹14,447 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! (2,555 reviews)
"Very nice! Room smelled like cologne a but too much!"

Reviewed on 15 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 ₹6,593 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
₹6,593
₹7,845 total
22 Jul - 23 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! (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful sight over the Ottawa River, vintage styled Hotel, very clean, very good standard at affordable price."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is ₹11,610 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
₹11,610
₹13,775 total
23 Jul - 24 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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