South End Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South End
Popular places to visit
Mooney's Bay Park
After visiting Mooney's Bay Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Hog's Back Falls
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hog's Back Falls during your travels in Ottawa. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this walkable area.
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.
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
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Ottawa: City Highlights Walking Tour | 3-Hour
Our pick of the best South End Hotel Deals
Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Airport
The rooms were very large, everything was clean inside the room, the public areas and the outside of the property. We didn't use the pool area, but I did use the secret fitness centre in the basement and it was great. Lots of options of free weights. Staff were very friendly. I didn't try the complimentary ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Alt Hotel Ottawa Airport
Clean room, had everything you would need. In table wireless charging and Nespresso machine. Check in was smooth. Didn't try the restaurant. A literal 3mins walk to the airport, perfect for my 6am departure.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Airport
Always enjoy staying there!
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Hampton Inn by Hilton Ottawa Airport, ON, CN
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Ottawa Airport
Exceptionally clean, modern and comfortable. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Ottawa Airport
The breakfast was good, and the offerings were above standard
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South End
Alta Vista
If you're spending some time in Alta Vista, Midway Family Fun Park and Billings Estate National Historic Site are top sights worth seeing.
Industrial Park
If you're spending time in Industrial Park, check out sights like St. Laurent Centre or Canada Science and Technology Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cyrville Station or St-Laurent Station.
Nepean
Nepean is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Nepean Sportsplex and Centrepointe Theatre while in the area.
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.
Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park
While you're in Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park, take in top sights like Canada Agriculture and Food Museum and jump on the metro at Carling Station to see more of the city.
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.
