Visit Golden Triangle
Popular places to visit
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
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.
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.
Canadian Museum of History
Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.
National Arts Centre
You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Things to do
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Canadian War Museum Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Top hotels in Golden Triangle
The Business Inn
Clean room, big space and courteous staff
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Ottawa Embassy Hotel
Extremely comfortable and clean, with oddities. We had a one bedroom apartment with a huge living room and bedroom, the tiniest bathroom imaginable and a skinny dining room. The kitchen could be a bit better stocked -- bring your own paper towels, and the cereal bowls are very small. The kitchen ...
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Excellent location, exceptionally clean room. The hotel exceeded my expectations.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Clean and well kept. Convenient to park and food options.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Lord Elgin Hotel
A lovely classic old hotel, albeit one in the midst of significant renovation. That said, surprisingly good value in an expensive hotel city and very well located for anything you might need in Byward Market, University of Ottawa and downtown/Centretown.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Unfortunately there was no heat in the dining room. Needed a blanket to sit through dinner.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Golden Triangle
Centretown
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.
Downtown Ottawa
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ottawa. Check out top attractions like Rideau Centre and Rideau Mall, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.
Sandy Hill
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Sandy Hill. Make a stop by Rideau Centre or Rideau Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.
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.
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.
Centretown West
Even though there aren't top sights in Centretown West, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Canadian War Museum. Jump on the metro at Carling Station to see more of the city.
