Orleans Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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Parliament Hill

4.5/5(15 reviews)

Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.

Parliament Hill
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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
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Byward Market Square

4/5(19 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
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Canadian Museum of History

5/5(4 reviews)

See the world’s biggest photograph and largest indoor totem pole collection and a 2,000-piece assortment of indigenous artefacts at this informative museum.

Canadian Museum of History
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Canadian War Museum

5/5(4 reviews)

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

Canadian War Museum
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Rideau Canal

4/5(21 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

Activities

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Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour

NZ$35
Per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
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Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

NZ$24
Per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
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45 Minutes Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Ottawa

NZ$36
Per adult
45 Minutes Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Ottawa
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Cycling the Nation's Capital, self-guided

NZ$42
Per adult
Cycling the Nation's Capital, self-guided
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Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter

NZ$192
Per adult
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
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Ottawa: Private custom tour with a local guide

NZ$185
Per adult
Ottawa: Private custom tour with a local guide
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Our pick of the best Orleans Hotel Deals

Quality Inn Orleans
Quality Inn Orleans
2.5 out of 5
3363 St. Joseph Blvd, Orleans, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$211 per night from 26 May to 27 May
NZ$211
per night
26 May - 27 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"All was clean and well kepted.Sad the pool was not up and running"

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Quality Inn Orleans
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa East - Orleans, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa East - Orleans, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
500 Brisebois Crescent Drive, & Centrum Boulevard, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$261 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
NZ$261
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Everything was good, the bed was little bouncy. And the sofa bed was noisy. Good breakfast, Friendly staff."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa East - Orleans, an IHG Hotel
The Business Inn
The Business Inn
2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$214 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$214
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (6,545 reviews)
"Great place - located at a central spot, with lots of eatery in surrounding. Decent breakfast. Proper seevice"

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

The Business Inn
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 NZ$318 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
NZ$318
per night
31 May - 1 Jun
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,694 reviews)
"Great stay. Parking was full at time of visit."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Novotel Ottawa City Centre
Novotel Ottawa City Centre
4 out of 5
33 Nicholas St, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$288 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
NZ$288
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,589 reviews)
"Other than no parking and valet it’s a great property and very close to everything downtown."

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

Novotel Ottawa City Centre
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
3.5 out of 5
130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$244 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$244
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,774 reviews)
"Bed squeaking a little and base board from a wall not finished but overall very nice stay with a family."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
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Other neighbourhoods around Orleans

Canada Aviation and Space Museum showing interior views and aircraft

Gloucester

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Gloucester. Top attractions like Ernst & Young Centre and Rideau Carleton Raceway are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Blair Station or Cyrville Station to see more of the city.

Gloucester
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Downtown Gatineau

You'll enjoy the gardens and festivals in Downtown Gatineau. You might want to make time for a stop at Les Promenades Gatineau or Gatineau Sports Centre.

Downtown Gatineau
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Old Ottawa East

Check out the sporting events during your time in Old Ottawa East. Hop around the Ottawa area on the metro at Lees Station to see top sights like Rideau Canal and Brantwood Park.

Old Ottawa East
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Downtown Ottawa

5/5(20 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
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

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