Golden Triangle

Ottawa

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Photo by Linda Nisbett
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Photo by Carole Brown
Photo by Carole Brown
Photo by Carole Brown

Popular places to visit

Parliament Hill which includes an administrative buidling and heritage architecture

Parliament Hill

4.5/5(36 reviews)

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

Parliament Hill
Byward Market showing outdoor eating, signage and a city

Byward Market Square

4.5/5(38 reviews)

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

4/5(3 reviews)

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 which includes a city, boating and a river or creek

Rideau Canal

4.5/5(31 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.

Rideau Canal
Canadian Museum of History which includes modern architecture and skyline

Canadian Museum of History

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.

Canadian Museum of History
Canadian War Museum which includes modern architecture and a city

Canadian War Museum

5/5(12 reviews)

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

Canadian War Museum

Things to do

Shapers of Ottawa Exploration Game

Ottawa Mystery Quest: Self-Guided Detective Adventure

RM49
per adult
Ottawa Mystery Quest: Self-Guided Detective Adventure
Ottawa: Sightseeing River Cruise

Ottawa: Sightseeing River Cruise

RM165
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Sightseeing River Cruise
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

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

RM173
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Canadian War Museum

Canadian War Museum Admission

RM65
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

RM84
per adult
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

RM105
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
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Top hotels in Golden Triangle

The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is RM458 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
RM458
RM543 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
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! (7,602 reviews)
"Good value and close to lots of food"

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

The Business Inn
Cartier Place Suite Hotel

Cartier Place Suite Hotel

3 out of 5
180 Cooper Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is RM694 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
RM694
RM823 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
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! (3,766 reviews)
"Great stay!"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 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 RM646 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
RM646
RM767 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
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! (1,062 reviews)
"Restaurant was closed"

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

25 Cartier LP / Ottawa Embassy Hotel
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 RM602 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
RM602
RM714 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
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! (2,567 reviews)
"Awesome and very comfortable property with very helpful and friendly staff!"

Reviewed on 18 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 RM326 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
RM326
RM388 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
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! (1,036 reviews)
Bon séjour pour un bon prix
"Je vais être honnête, l'hôtel est en rénovation, rénovation majeure. Nous avons réserver à cet hôtel car nous avions la possibilité d'avoir une suite pour moins de 200$. L'hôtel était un super hôtel dans les années 80, d'ou les rénovations majeures. Notre chambre (PH) était au dernier étage et bénéficiaire ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is RM556 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
RM556
RM660 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
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! (2,426 reviews)
"This hotel is a fabulous place to stay when visiting downtown Ottawa."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Golden Triangle

Ottawa showing snow

Centretown

4/5(15 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 showing a city, a church or cathedral and heritage elements

Downtown Ottawa

4/5(47 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 showing outdoor eating, signage and a city

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 a cascade, snow and a bridge

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

Golden Triangle