Golden Triangle Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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
Up to 20,000 years of history is showcased in this impressive institution dedicated to life in Canada. It also has a Children’s Museum and IMAX theatre.
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.
Activities
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Our pick of the best Golden Triangle Hotel Deals
Ottawa Embassy Hotel
Quick check in and check out. Rooms in excellent condition. Polite staff. Excellent location in dowtown Ottawa.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
The Business Inn
Will stay again.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Had a nice stay, right downtown, and it was really nice that they had available parking for oversized vehicles
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Room very large , furniture was old , not sure how clean . Staff friendly but only 1 on at front desk . Long wait times just to buy water or ask a question. But they were very accommodating.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
A stately historic hotel that everyone should stay with at least once when visiting our nation’s capital. The indoor pool is like going back in time and truly an experience. Bikes available from the valet make easy access to the trails along the canal and the river.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Lord Elgin Hotel
This is an older style hotel, lovely, quaint and clean. Very well located in the city center.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 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 Byward Market Square, 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 Canal while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.
Old Ottawa East
While in Old Ottawa East, you'll enjoy the sporting events. Catch the metro at Lees Station to see top sights like Rideau Canal while you're in the area.
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.
