Orleans South West Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Orleans South West
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 Orleans South West Hotel Deals
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
Clean room, the cafe in the hotel is lovely!
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Lord Elgin Hotel
Staff were incredibly helpful with our requests — hotel is right downtown close to Byward Market and Parliament — would definitely stay there again !
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
We stayed in a 2 bedroom 2 bathroom suite. It had been updated and was comfortable, convenient and clean. Les Suites is in a very good downtown location close to many restaurant, ByWard Market and other sites to visit.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
The Business Inn
Will stay again.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Ottawa Marriott Hotel
Nice
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Orleans South West
Orleans
Orleans is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Place D'Orleans Shopping Center and Princess Louise Falls.
Gloucester
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Gloucester. Top attractions like Place D'Orleans Shopping Center and Rideau Canal 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 Canada Science and Technology Museum or St. Laurent Centre 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 Rideau Centre or Rideau Canal while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.
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.
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.
