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 fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
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.
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.
Things to do
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Top hotels in Templeton
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
There is nothing like a first class hotel, and the Fairmount Chateau Laurier is one! Start to finish, top to bottom. Thanks to each and every member of the staff!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
The Business Inn
Very nice space with great amenities! Close to the breakfast station and good spot for adventuring in the area.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
Room was nice. Beds were good.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
Toilet situation over running water, wish more comfortable seating in room. Other than that very comfortable beds and clean. Great customer service.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Clean and well maintained hotel.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Ottawa Marriott Hotel
Perfectly adequate room, worked great for our trip. Strange bathroom - the toilet was cut into the counter and set at an angle to the room, and the mirror was centered to the wall, not the sink, so I was shaving looking at the wooden border. Haven’t seen another one like it. Otherwise the place was ...
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Templeton
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.
Orleans
Orleans is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Place D'Orleans Shopping Center and Petrie Island Park.
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.
