Leitrim Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit

Canadian Tire Centre
Catch an event at Canadian Tire Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.

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

Casino du Lac Leamy
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your visit to Gatineau? Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

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.

Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.

University of Ottawa
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Ottawa during your visit to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Activities

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter

Ottawa Senators Ice Hockey Game at Canadian Tire Center

Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Our pick of the best Leitrim Hotel Deals

The Business Inn
Clean and spacious room. The breakfast was excellent. The staff very friendly.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Good
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Lord Elgin Hotel
I am a repeat visitor to the Lord Elgin. Clean. Friendly welcoming helpful experienced staff. Great location. And I will be back.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
This hotel is a quick drive away from the Byward Market and the National Gallery, etc. While we opted not to walk due to the winter weather, I believe it would be easily doable in the summer. The room was clean and well-appointed, and I appreciated the Dove products provided. The friendly staff, ...
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Staff was very friendly
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
Nice, modern hotel in the centre of Ottawa.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Leitrim

South End
Consider a visit to South Keys Shopping Centre and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in South End. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Greenboro Station or Confederation Station.

Alta Vista
If you're spending some time in Alta Vista, Midway Family Fun Park and Billings Estate National Historic Site are top sights worth seeing.

Industrial Park
If you're spending time in Industrial Park, check out sights like St. Laurent Centre or Canada Science and Technology Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cyrville Station or St-Laurent Station.

Nepean
Nepean is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Nepean Sportsplex and Centrepointe Theatre while in the area.

Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park
While you're in Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park, take in top sights like Rideau Canal and jump on the metro at Carling Station to see more of the city.

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.


