Golden Triangle Travel Guide
Ottawa
Visit Golden Triangle
Popular places to visit
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.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
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.
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.
University of Ottawa
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Ottawa during your visit to Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Things to do
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Top hotels in Golden Triangle
The Business Inn
"Check-in staff is very nice. Breakfast is great."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
"Parliament House is in walking distance, very convenient. This is the second time I stayed in this hotel."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Ottawa Embassy Hotel
"Parking tight"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
"The breakfast is super expensive, the carpet in the hallways were dirty needed lots of vacuuming, the toilets in the room were stained with pee. We were there from Tuesday-Thursday and the restaurant was closed , it only opens on weekends which I thought it was stupid as we wanted to just stay in ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
"Vraiment accessible, le personnel était excellent! Un peu vieillot comme chambre, pas si confortable et reposant que souhaité mais tout de même bien apprécié ! Nous avons bien appréciés le côté historique 😊"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
"Not enough seats. I chair only. So no where for anyone else to sit except on the bed"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Golden Triangle
Centretown
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Centretown. Top attractions like Parliament Hill and Elgin Street are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Parliament Station or Lyon Station to see more of the city.
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.
Sandy Hill
Shopping and restaurants are highlights of Sandy Hill. Make a stop by Rideau Centre or Rideau Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at uOttawa Station to get around town.
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.
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.
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.
