Rideau Township Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A river with a bridge, historic buildings, and a clock tower.
A calm river with a boat docked on the right, a bridge in the background, and a historic building with a green roof.
A river with a boat docked on the left, a construction crane in the distance, and a modern building with a glass facade on the right.
A red barn with a green roof and white trim, hanging from a black metal structure.

Stay near popular Rideau Township attractions

Rideau Canal

9.2/10 (10,604 reviews)
This engineering and scenic marvel fills with pleasure craft in summer and transforms into the world’s longest naturally frozen skating rink in winter.
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Activities

Ottawa: Skate & Play Roller Rink Entry Ticket

Ottawa: Skate & Play Roller Rink Entry Ticket

AU$25
per adult
Ottawa: Skate & Play Roller Rink Entry Ticket
YOW Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport: Aspire Lounge

YOW Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport: Aspire Lounge

AU$74
per adult
YOW Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport: Aspire Lounge
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

AU$38
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Canadian War Museum Admission

Canadian War Museum Admission

AU$26
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Grand Hall

Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)

AU$29
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Hidden Ottawa Secrets Walking Tour

Hidden Ottawa Secrets Walking Tour

AU$38
per adult
Hidden Ottawa Secrets Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Rideau Township Hotel Deals

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St Ottawa ON
The price is AU$291 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$291
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,570 reviews)
"Grand, older hotel in a fabulous location! There was an attentive, competent staff and clean, well appointed rooms."

Reviewed on 17 July 2026

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre

Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street Gatineau QC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$135 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$135
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Byward Market Square ...
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St Ottawa ON
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,122 reviews)
"Terrible experience, staff not well trained, manager is useless . No Ac in room - not recommended for anyone. Again staff and management have no idea how to habdle an issue"

Reviewed on 17 July 2026

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Lord Elgin Hotel
The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street Ottawa ON
The price is AU$176 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$176
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (8,325 reviews)
"Great stay! The suites are awesome and beautiful windows across the whole length of the room! Breakfast was super busy, but there were so many choices and no shortage of food! The property is a bit older, but it is well maintained and we found it a wonderful stay and excellent location!"

Reviewed on 17 July 2026

The Business Inn
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT

4 out of 5
325 Dalhousie Street Ottawa ON
The price is AU$243 per night from 24 July to 25 July
AU$243
24 July - 25 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

4 out of 5
130 Besserer St Ottawa ON
The price is AU$188 per night from 24 July to 25 July
AU$188
24 July - 25 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,685 reviews)
"L’accueil était bon cordiale ,un excellent service"

Reviewed on 17 July 2026

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
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Our guide on where to stay in Rideau Township

Find the best Rideau Township areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large Gothic-style church with twin spires and a clock tower.

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.

The exterior of the Canadian Tire Centre with hockey player images and the text "Ottawa Rising" and "Ottawa Debout".

Kanata

Kanata is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Canadian Tire Centre and Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre while you're in town.

A canal with boats, a bridge, and historic buildings with green roofs.

Nepean

Nepean is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Nepean Sportsplex and Bayshore Shopping Centre while in the area.

A street with The Grand, The Aldeburiner, and The Pour House.

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.

A collection of vintage biplanes on display in a museum.

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.

Rideau Township Travel Guide

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