Templeton Travel Guide
Ottawa
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.
Casino du Lac Leamy
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your visit to Gatineau? Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
University of Ottawa
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Ottawa during your visit to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event 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.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Things to do
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa Senators Ice Hockey Game at Canadian Tire Center
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Gatineau Park Nocturnal Snowshoeing Adventure & Dinner - From Ottawa & Gatineau
Top hotels in Templeton
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Nice room but forgot to fill mini bar and no complimentary water or wine. Otherwise the staff was good
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
The Business Inn
Excellent !
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
It was bad i felt more tired after a 19 hours flight on those almost 12 days something no pool no breakfast the staff most of them are friendly
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
Great location and nice bar/restaurant to relax in
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Have great things to say about the staff and the hotel in general. But why were we charged $25 a day for parking when it is listed on this site for $18??
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
Clean, nice room and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Templeton
Gloucester
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Gloucester. Top attractions like Rideau Canal and Ernst & Young Centre are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Blair Station or Cyrville Station to see more of the city.
Orleans
Orleans is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Petrie Island Park and Place D'Orleans Shopping Center.
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.
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.
