Orleans 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.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Casino du Lac Leamy
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your visit to Gatineau? Experience the fascinating museums and lively festivals in this walkable area.
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.
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.
Activities
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Ottawa: City Highlights Walking Tour | 3-Hour
Ottawa: ByWard Market Food Tour with 7 Local Tastings
Rockcliffe Ottawa: Exploration Game and Tour
Our pick of the best Orleans Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa East - Orleans by IHG
Yes menu was so perfect for all age.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Quality Inn Orleans
Check in and check out staff were great Lots of parking which felt safe.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
The Business Inn
Great staff.Very helpful and welcoming. Great value for money. Spacious rooms with very comfortable beds and bedding. Would definitely return. Great downtown location.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
Hotel lobby was nice, fairly clean overall. But the pool was closed and we booked this Hotel for that reason (kids). The room temperature was over 26°C, no way to adjust, and no fans available. After 2 hot showers the smoke detector alarmed which led to management coming in, and catching my daughter ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Everyone involved with the hotel operation were so friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend if you’re in the downtown Ottawa area, make it a point to stay here.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Ottawa Embassy Hotel
My husband and I were really disappointed with our 2 night stay in Ottawa Embassy Hotel. The check in and out was fast and well managed. The room looked clean and vast. The first problem started when we found out that there is no AC in the room! The AC controller on the wall was not even real. We ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Orleans
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.
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.
Sandy Hill
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Sandy Hill. Make a stop by Laurier House or Rideau Centre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.
Old Ottawa East
During your stop in Old Ottawa East, check out the sporting events, and jump on the metro at Lees Station to see more of the surrounding area.
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.
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.
