Templeton Travel Guide

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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 acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

National Arts Centre

Activities

Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise

Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise

AU$62
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise
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$27
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

AU$37
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ghosts of the Bytown Museum

Ghosts of the Bytown Museum

AU$37
per adult
Ghosts of the Bytown Museum
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

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

AU$58
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
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Our pick of the best Templeton Hotel Deals

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street, Gatineau, QC
The price is AU$126 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$126
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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 Byward Market ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,090 reviews)
"This was a great location for what we needed. Walking distance to a lot of things. The staff were very friendly. The rooms were spacious. There is a door dividing the bedroom from the bathroom/entrance area. Would return back."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$275 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$275
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,824 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean rooms with all the amenities, great gym with excellent equipment. Loved the location right next to Parliament Hill."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Ottawa Embassy Hotel

Ottawa Embassy Hotel

3.5 out of 5
25 Cartier St, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$199 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
AU$199
14 Nov - 15 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,103 reviews)
It was ok
"It was 30 degrees all weekend and we had no air conditioning - mind you it was October but still - not ideal and sleeping was very warm. Also would be nice if they gave some water bottles in the room."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Ottawa Embassy Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$275 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$275
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (2,470 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

4 out of 5
130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$267 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$267
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5,085 reviews)
"Stayed in one of the 'Modern' rooms. Was clean and functional, although a bit sparce. Could not link phone to TV. Kitchenette was well equipped. Bed was comfortable."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
The Business Inn

The Business Inn

2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$174 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$174
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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! (7,911 reviews)
"Although there were some safety concerns with a number of homeless people in the area, the property location was quite good as it was close to dining options and public transit. The room was generally comfortable. However, the building definitely was showing its age. The room was quite dated."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

The Business Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Templeton

Canada Aviation and Space Museum featuring interior views and aircraft

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.

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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.

Industrial Park
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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.

Sandy Hill
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica featuring a city, heritage architecture and heritage elements

Downtown Ottawa

5/5(20 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Ottawa
Byward Market featuring street scenes, a city and markets

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.

ByWard Market
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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.

Orleans

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