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.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
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.
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.
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 entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Things to do
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Ottawa: City Highlights Walking Tour | 3-Hour
Outdoor Escape Room Adventure Tour - Many Game Options
Top hotels in Templeton
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
"Valet was not helpful. We asked 3 times to charge the car and it was not. After paying $60 for 18 hours, it was disappointing."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
The Business Inn
"good one. could be better"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
"After checking in we found the air conditioning not working. After numerous inquires to the front desk we were told everything for there is no problem to it is being worked on. After many people lined up complaining at the front desk they started taking fans to the rooms. Over 2 days the room never ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
"Sauna was nice and clean, rooms were spacious"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
"This hotel was beautiful. Modern clean rooms. Great rooftop patio overlooking the city. Very good lobby restaurant, smaller menu but good. The only issue we had was with our valet. We called it up for a certain time and it was 30 min behind. They did credit us that day of valet so it was appreciated. ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Ottawa Embassy Hotel
"Pros: * Location, you're half a block from a street full of restaurants, parks, and pubs. We walked the 2km to the War Museum, and you can also easily get around. * Sam at the front desk was great. She basically saved the review of this hotel. And the servers at Coopers (breakfast) were also very ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 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 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 Princess Louise Falls 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 Laurier House or Rideau Centre 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.
