Cummings Travel Guide
Ottawa
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.
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.
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.
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 Museum of History
Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.
Things to do
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)
Outdoor Escape Room Adventure Tour - Many Game Options
Rockcliffe Ottawa: Exploration Game and Tour
Top hotels in Cummings
Welcominns Hotel Ottawa
Courteous staff, nice breakfast, clean room
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Ottawa East by IHG
The view was excellent
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Comfort Inn Ottawa East
Great place to stay
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Beautiful location
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Lord Elgin Hotel
I enjoyed the room , bed was quite comfortable. It was easy walking to byward to check out all the Christmas celebrations going on in the market. The food and beverages at the restaraunt in the hotel were great as was my bartender Ariel.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
perfect
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Cummings
Overbrook
When in Overbrook and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like St. Laurent Centre or Cosmic Adventures and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St-Laurent Station or Cyrville Station.
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.
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.
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.
Downtown Ottawa
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ottawa. Check out top attractions like Rideau Centre and Rideau Mall, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.
Golden Triangle
Golden Triangle is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Elgin Street and Ottawa City Hall while in the area.
