Leitrim Travel Guide
Ottawa
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.
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.
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.
Canadian Museum of History
Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.
National Arts Centre
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.
Top hotels in Leitrim
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Room very large , furniture was old , not sure how clean . Staff friendly but only 1 on at front desk . Long wait times just to buy water or ask a question. But they were very accommodating.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
The staff was very professional and kind and lovely to chat with. So helpful. The hotel and rooms are gorgeous of course. Beautiful quality.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Lord Elgin Hotel
This is an older style hotel, lovely, quaint and clean. Very well located in the city center.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
The room had a very strong smell Of stale smoke.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
The Business Inn
Nice view from the balcony Comfortable bed
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Ottawa Marriott Hotel
Hotel is great, very clean and spacious. It's very walkable to find food etc. We also walk to downtown and Gatineau area - a bit of a distance but it's doable. The location is great, I feel safe to walk my dog at night around the hotel.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Leitrim
South End
Consider a visit to South Keys Shopping Centre and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in South End. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Greenboro Station or Confederation Station.
Nepean
Nepean is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Nepean Sportsplex and Bayshore Shopping Centre while in the area.
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.
Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park
While you're in Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park, take in top sights like Rideau Canal and jump on the metro at Carling Station to see more of the city.
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.
Old Ottawa East
While in Old Ottawa East, you'll enjoy the sporting events. Catch the metro at Lees Station to see top sights like Rideau Canal while you're in the area.
