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

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

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

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 showing modern architecture and skyline

Canadian Museum of History

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
National Arts Centre

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.

National Arts Centre

Activities

Shapers of Ottawa Exploration Game

Ottawa Mystery Quest: Self-Guided Detective Adventure

NZ$20
per adult
Ottawa Mystery Quest: Self-Guided Detective Adventure
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

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

NZ$66
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

NZ$33
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

NZ$42
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise

Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise

NZ$70
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise
Best of Ottawa Tour

Best of Ottawa Tour

NZ$196
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Best of Ottawa Tour
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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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$187 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$187
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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! (7,834 reviews)
"Overall very good. More like a motel. Dated but very clean and the room was well equipped. Beds comfortable. Outstanding breakfast."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

The Business Inn
Cartier Place Suite Hotel

Cartier Place Suite Hotel

3 out of 5
180 Cooper Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$255 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
NZ$255
1 Oct - 2 Oct
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! (3,905 reviews)
"Lovely big room and well equipped. Staff was very helpful."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Ottawa Embassy Hotel

Ottawa Embassy Hotel

3.5 out of 5
25 Cartier St, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$233 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$233
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,091 reviews)
"Return visit. Great location. Central to everything you would need. We will return again."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Ottawa Embassy Hotel
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street, Gatineau, QC
The price is NZ$131 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$131
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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 Byward Market ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,039 reviews)

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$311 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$311
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,782 reviews)
"Architecture and history is beautiful. Lovely rooms and views"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Ottawa Marriott Hotel

Ottawa Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Kent St, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$250 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
NZ$250
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,326 reviews)
"This is one of the nicest hotels we’ve stayed at. We weren’t even mad they were doing work on the windows while we were there. Parliament Hill is a stone throw away and a beautiful walk. The view from our balcony was gorgeous and we thoroughly enjoyed that you could stream from your own service accounts ..."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Ottawa Marriott Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Golden Triangle

Ottawa featuring 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 featuring a city, heritage architecture and heritage elements

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 Rideau Mall, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament 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 Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.

Sandy Hill
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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.

Old Ottawa East
Byward Market featuring street scenes, a city 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
Ottawa which includes snow, a bridge and a cascade

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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