Gloucester Travel Guide
Ottawa
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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.
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 fascinating museums 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.
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.
Things to do
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)
Outdoor Escape Room Adventure Tour - Many Game Options
Top hotels in Gloucester
Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Airport
Buffet breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Airport
Perfect location! Very clean amenities. Amazing breakfast
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Welcominns Hotel Ottawa
mediocre experience, nothing special.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa
Rooms were new, clean,
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Ottawa East by IHG
Great location for a meeting in Ottawa. Free parking included.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Ottawa Airport by IHG
Good breakfast, nice room, nice pool. Overall a good quiet place to stay
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gloucester
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.
Old Ottawa East
While in Old Ottawa East, you'll enjoy the sporting events. Catch the metro at Lees Station to see top sights like Rideau Canal while you're in the area.
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.
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.
Centretown
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Centretown. Top attractions like Elgin Street and Canadian Museum of Nature are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Parliament Station or Lyon Station to see more of the city.
