Golden Triangle Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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 an administrative building and heritage architecture

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
Byward Market featuring street scenes, a city and markets

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
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 street scenes, a river or creek and boating

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
Canadian War Museum showing a city and modern architecture

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
Canadian Museum of History showing modern architecture and skyline

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

Activities

Shapers of Ottawa Exploration Game

Ottawa Mystery Quest: Self-Guided Detective Adventure

NZ$19
per adult
Ottawa Mystery Quest: Self-Guided Detective Adventure
Ottawa: Rideau Canal Cruise

Ottawa: Rideau Canal Cruise

NZ$65
per adult
Ottawa: Rideau Canal Cruise
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

NZ$68
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water

Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water

NZ$78
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water
Canadian War Museum

Canadian War Museum Admission

NZ$26
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

NZ$33
per adult
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
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Our pick of the best Golden Triangle Hotel Deals

The Business Inn
The Business Inn
2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$190 per night from 23 July to 24 July
NZ$190
23 July - 24 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (7,611 reviews)
"Closeness to main attractions, quiet, safe, and clean."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

The Business Inn
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
3 out of 5
180 Cooper Street, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$288 per night from 14 July to 15 July
NZ$288
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,748 reviews)
"Great location. Close to restaurants and shopping. Some of the front desk staff didn't give all the relevant information like wifi password during check in"

Reviewed on 5 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 NZ$258 per night from 14 July to 15 July
NZ$258
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,072 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
The price is NZ$305 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
NZ$305
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,546 reviews)
"Been on the road a few days so it was great to get to a better hotel. The room, was fine, but absolutely no view. Had breakfast the next morning and it was outstanding! Perfectly cooked eggs benny, and my husband really enjoyed the buffet."

Reviewed on 10 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 NZ$152 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$152
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Canadian War ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,020 reviews)
"The hotel was very good, friendly staff , the room was clean, and the view from the room was also very good"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Lord Elgin Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel
4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$258 per night from 25 July to 26 July
NZ$258
25 July - 26 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,435 reviews)
"Everything was handled with efficiency and friendliness. The room was lovely and the beds were so comfortable. We had a drink in the bar and the margarita was delicious."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Golden Triangle

Ottawa which includes snow

Centretown

4.5/5(8 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

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
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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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