Golden Triangle
Ottawa



Visit Golden Triangle
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
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Carleton University during your stay in Ottawa. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

University of Ottawa
Explore the campus of University of Ottawa as part of your travels around 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 travels in Gatineau? Experience the acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Things to do

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour

Canadian War Museum Admission

Ottawa: City Highlights Walking Tour | 3-Hour

Full-Day Montreal City Tour from Ottawa and optional city cruise
Top hotels in Golden Triangle

The Business Inn
"Positif: breakfast, propreté Négatif: le bruit de l'air climatisé et les oreillers"
Reviewed on May 21, 2026

Cartier Place Suite Hotel

Ottawa Embassy Hotel
"Our rooms were spacious and nice. It is so great to have a full kitchen. The staff were very helpful and gracious. The parking lot was very handy."
Reviewed on May 20, 2026

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 May 20, 2026

Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
"Not good"
Reviewed on May 20, 2026

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
"Getting old …but service is perfect"
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Golden Triangle

Centretown
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Centretown. You can visit top attractions like Elgin Street and Canadian Museum of Nature, and jump on the metro at Parliament Station or Lyon 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.

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.

Old Ottawa East
During your stop in Old Ottawa East, check out the sporting events, and jump on the metro at Lees Station to see more of the surrounding area.

ByWard Market
ByWard Market is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Byward Market Square and Rideau Centre.

Glebe
You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Glebe. You might want to make time for a stop at TD Place Stadium or Elgin Street.
