South March Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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
Canadian War Museum showing a city and modern architecture

Canadian War Museum

The country’s museum of military history features collections of weapons and vehicles that cover hundreds of years of conflict.

Canadian War Museum

Activities

Ottawa: Rideau Canal Cruise

Ottawa: Rideau Canal Cruise

NZ$65
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
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
92% of travellers recommend
Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water
Canadian War Museum

Canadian War Museum Admission

NZ$30
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
88% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

NZ$41
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
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Our pick of the best South March Hotel Deals

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$296 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$296
30 July - 31 July
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! (2,570 reviews)
"The bed was incredibly comfy, the room was really clean and we loved the location and the views."

Reviewed on 14 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$154 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$154
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! (1,037 reviews)
"Nice hotel. Clean and affordable but roughy neighborhood."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$192 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$192
20 July - 21 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! (7,633 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful and friendly. The breakfast was plentiful and delicious. Many restaurants within easy walking distance. Beautiful walk to the Capitol area."

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

The Business Inn
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$304 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$304
20 July - 21 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! (2,453 reviews)
"Rien"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG

2.5 out of 5
235 KING EDWARD AVENUE, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$228 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
NZ$228
4 Aug - 5 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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,320 reviews)
"Staff are friendly and accommodating. Place is clean and accessible to everything"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

4 out of 5
130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$242 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$242
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,677 reviews)
"Cafe downstairs was excellent. Pool was very nice and the water temp was perfect. Great location. My only problem was the AC tricky to cool down."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
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Other neighbourhoods around South March

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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.

Kanata
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Aylmer

Abundant dining options and pristine golf courses are well-reviewed features of Aylmer. Make a stop by top sights like Kōena Spa while you're exploring the area.

Aylmer
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Stittsville

While visiting Stittsville, you might make a stop by sights like Canadian Tire Centre and Kevin Haime Golf Centre.

Stittsville
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Barrhaven

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrhaven and surrounding area, you can visit Walter Baker Sports Centre and Nepean Sportsplex.

Barrhaven
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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.

Nepean
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West Carleton

If you're spending some time in West Carleton, Tanger Outlets and Diefenbunker are top sights worth seeing.

West Carleton

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