South March Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Parliament Hill showing an administrative building and heritage architecture

Parliament Hill

Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.

Parliament Hill
Byward Market featuring street scenes, a city and markets

Byward Market Square

Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.

Byward Market Square
Carleton University

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.

Carleton University
Rideau Canal featuring street scenes, a river or creek and boating

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.

Rideau Canal
Canadian Museum of History showing modern architecture and skyline

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.

Canadian Museum of History
National Arts Centre

National Arts Centre

You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

National Arts Centre

Activities

Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

AU$62
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

AU$38
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

AU$30
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Canadian War Museum

Canadian War Museum Admission

AU$28
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter

Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter

AU$246
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Private Shopping Tour from Ottawa hotels to Tanger Outlets Ottawa

Private Shopping Tour from Ottawa hotels to Tanger Outlets Ottawa

AU$224
per adult
Private Shopping Tour from Ottawa hotels to Tanger Outlets Ottawa
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Our pick of the best South March Hotel Deals

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$268 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$268
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,607 reviews)
Cute but old rooms
"It was a great hotel, I just wish the room were nicer. I didn’t get the luxury feel in my room at all even tho it was EXPENSIVE. I could literally use the sink while on the toilet, water was dripping in the shower. That said, the employees were incredible !!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street, Gatineau, QC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$148 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$148
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Canadian War ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,069 reviews)
"The staff were friendly and welcoming. The entire place very clean and well-maintained. Great experience overall!""

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$164 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
AU$164
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7,669 reviews)
"It was lovely to be able to walk to most areas for the downtown experience. Staff were lovely and we enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

The Business Inn
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$221 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$221
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,445 reviews)
"Old style grand hotel, nice ce pool and facilities."

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
University of Ottawa Residence

University of Ottawa Residence

2 out of 5
90 University Private, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$153 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
AU$153
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Byward Market Square and Rideau Canal are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (463 reviews)
"Check in is at 4pm. The room was great. Beds were soft. Everything was clean and met our basic needs. Parking was easy and a great price. Excellent location. I recommend this for anyone who doesn’t need anything fancy and wants to be close to downtown."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

University of Ottawa Residence
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG

2.5 out of 5
235 KING EDWARD AVENUE, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$207 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$207
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,346 reviews)
"The hotel service was good. The area has a lot of homeless people sleeping on the corner of the hotel. I felt unsafe. 10 minutes or so from the hotel was very nice, lots to do within walking distance."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around South March

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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.

Kanata
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Aylmer

Abundant dining options and pristine golf courses are well-reviewed features of Aylmer. Make a stop by top sights like Kōena Spa while you're exploring the area.

Aylmer
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Stittsville

While visiting Stittsville, you might make a stop by sights like Canadian Tire Centre and Kevin Haime Golf Centre.

Stittsville
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Barrhaven

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrhaven and surrounding area, you can visit Walter Baker Sports Centre and Nepean Sportsplex.

Barrhaven
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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.

Nepean
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West Carleton

If you're spending some time in West Carleton, Tanger Outlets and Diefenbunker are top sights worth seeing.

West Carleton

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