South March Travel Guide
Ottawa
Visit South March
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Canadian War Museum
The country’s museum of military history features collections of weapons and vehicles that cover hundreds of years of conflict.
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)
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Top hotels in South March
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Beautiful hotel and rooms.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Lord Elgin Hotel
Charm
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
The Business Inn
Yes ,,everything was good
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Clean room, and amazing breakfast buffet. Lobby ambience is perfect
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Clean and spacious room, only downfall wasn’t advised that you had to pay for parking. Overall very nice stay
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Everything was great 👍
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South March
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.
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.
Stittsville
While visiting Stittsville, you might make a stop by sights like Canadian Tire Centre and Kevin Haime Golf Centre.
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.
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.
Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park
While you're in Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park, take in top sights like Rideau Canal and jump on the metro at Carling Station to see more of the city.
