South March Travel Guide
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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.

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.

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.

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.

Canadian Museum of History
Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.
Top hotels in South March

Lord Elgin Hotel
I booked this stay for my parents, and they had a WONDERFUL time! I left a note on the booking that it was my mom’s birthday and they left a christmas card, a birthday card and a little treat. This made them feel so special and it made the splurge so worth it. Highly recommend this gorgeous ...
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Very good
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Room was clean and spacious, staff was very helpful.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

The Business Inn
Spacious room!
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

Sandman Signature Ottawa Airport Hotel
It was good
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Clean rooms, great staff, breakfast staff exceptional
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South March

Kanata
Kanata is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Canadian Tire Centre and Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre while you're in town.

Aylmer
Abundant dining options and pristine golf courses are well-reviewed features of Aylmer. Make a stop by top sights like Kōena Spa while you're exploring the area.

Stittsville
While visiting Stittsville, you might make a stop by sights like Canadian Tire Centre and Kevin Haime Golf Centre.

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.

West Carleton
If you're spending some time in West Carleton, Tanger Outlets and Diefenbunker are top sights worth seeing.

Barrhaven
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrhaven and surrounding area, you can visit Walter Baker Sports Centre and Nepean Sportsplex.
