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$16
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$68
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

NZ$41
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
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
Canadian War Museum

Canadian War Museum Admission

NZ$30
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter

Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter

NZ$267
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
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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$192 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
NZ$192
21 Aug - 22 Aug
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! (7,660 reviews)
"Great room 2 king beds and a sofa bed. Very spaciois and clean. Little kitchen and dish soap. Very handy. Nice clean spacious bathroom. Only downside is the carpeted floor, no opening windows and it can be a bit noisy because it is on a main road."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 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$252 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
NZ$252
8 Aug - 9 Aug
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! (3,796 reviews)
"Rooms outdated but clean"

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 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$246 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$246
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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! (1,075 reviews)
"nice service"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

25 Cartier LP / 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$163 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$163
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Byward Market ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,017 reviews)
"The room was very spacious. It was great to have a door separating the "coffee", prep after shower area from the sleeping area."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 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$283 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$283
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (2,633 reviews)
"on arrival the Valet Gordon was amazing. All through our stay he was extremely helpful and friendly. The hotel bell staff struggled with the influx as we checked in but got all our luggage to our room once the rooms were ready and even shuttled the luggage for second room from room 1 quickly for ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Ottawa Marriott Hotel

Ottawa Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Kent St, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$248 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$248
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,301 reviews)
Good family hotel, never felt crowded. Comfortable
"Beds were comfortable. Room Service Food excellent as well as restaurant food. Enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 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 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 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
Parliament Hill which includes night scenes, nightlife and performance art

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 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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