Rideau Township Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A river with a bridge, historic buildings, and a clock tower.
A calm river with a boat docked on the right, a bridge in the background, and a historic building with a green roof.
A river with a boat docked on the left, a construction crane in the distance, and a modern building with a glass facade on the right.
A red barn with a green roof and white trim, hanging from a black metal structure.

Stay near popular Rideau Township attractions

Rideau Canal

9.2/10 (10,604 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.
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Activities

Ottawa: Skate & Play Roller Rink Entry Ticket

Ottawa: Skate & Play Roller Rink Entry Ticket

NZ$31
per adult
Ottawa: Skate & Play Roller Rink Entry Ticket
YOW Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport: Aspire Lounge

YOW Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport: Aspire Lounge

NZ$90
per adult
YOW Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport: Aspire Lounge
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

NZ$46
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Canadian War Museum Admission

Canadian War Museum Admission

NZ$30
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Ottawa: Bilingual Guided City Tour by Amphibious Bus

Ottawa: Bilingual Guided City Tour by Amphibious Bus

NZ$73
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Bilingual Guided City Tour by Amphibious Bus
Ghosts of the Bytown Museum

Ghosts of the Bytown Museum

NZ$46
per adult
Ghosts of the Bytown Museum
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Our pick of the best Rideau Township Hotel Deals

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St Ottawa ON
The price is NZ$338 per night from 22 July to 23 July
NZ$338
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,517 reviews)
"The room was dirty when I checked in. The toilet has stains from previous customer. There's garbage on the floor and the carpet has stains."

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street Ottawa ON
The price is NZ$209 per night from 22 July to 23 July
NZ$209
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (8,236 reviews)
"Great hotel, great location near all kinds of great restaurants!"

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

The Business Inn
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St Ottawa ON
The price is NZ$320 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$320
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,133 reviews)
"We loved our room and it had the most comfortable bed. Neither of us could believe how well we slept. The staff was also amazing!"

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

Lord Elgin Hotel
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre

Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street Gatineau QC
The price is NZ$175 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$175
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Byward Market Square ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,952 reviews)
"Tout etait parfait"

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

4 out of 5
130 Besserer St Ottawa ON
The price is NZ$261 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$261
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,650 reviews)
"The room was very comfortable. All appliances were very clean."

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT

4 out of 5
325 Dalhousie Street Ottawa ON
The price is NZ$263 per night from 23 July to 24 July
NZ$263
23 July - 24 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,108 reviews)
"Property location was central and easy to walk everywhere. One thing that was annoying is that there is no food available after 9:30. Restaurant is only open for brunch and the rooftop bar also closes at 11pm. Is this the capital city of Canada or the capital city of some rural town."

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
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Our guide on where to stay in Rideau Township

Find the best Rideau Township areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large Gothic-style church with twin spires and a clock tower.

Downtown Ottawa

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ottawa. Check out top attractions like Byward Market Square and Parliament Hill, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.

The exterior of the Canadian Tire Centre with hockey player images and the text "Ottawa Rising" and "Ottawa Debout".

Kanata

Kanata is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Canadian Tire Centre and Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre while you're in town.

A canal with boats, a bridge, and historic buildings with green roofs.

Nepean

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

A street with The Grand, The Aldeburiner, and The Pour House.

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.

A collection of vintage biplanes on display in a museum.

Gloucester

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

Rideau Township Travel Guide

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