Golden Triangle Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Golden Triangle
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.
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.
University of Ottawa
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Ottawa during your visit to Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Casino du Lac Leamy
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your visit to Gatineau? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Activities
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Ottawa: Bilingual Guided City Tour by Amphibious Bus
Our pick of the best Golden Triangle Hotel Deals
The Business Inn
"The hotel is dated but great. Clean and a very friendly staff. Good breakfast choices, a workout room, our room had a balcony and a view, and easy walking to everything. Would definitely stay there again."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
"Extremely welcoming staff and a real old-school hotel vibe. Room decor is dated in a mostly nostalgic way, but spacious and clean in a great location. Selfishly, would have a been great if pool opened before 8am."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Ottawa Embassy Hotel
"Beside the constant motor noise and wall vibrations, service is excellent"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
"Great hotel but rooms need a more modern makeover"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
"pool not working sadge"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
"Overall great experience! The staff was very friendly. However the rooftop was closed because of an event and we found out that day and that’s why we booked the hotel so a little disappointed ☹️ Overall nice stay"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
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 Parliament Hill and Elgin Street 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 Byward Market Square and Parliament Hill, 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.
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.
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 Elgin Street.
