Popular places to visit
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
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
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Carleton University during your stay in Ottawa. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants 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.
Canadian Museum of History
At this museum, one of the most visited in Canada, discover the events, experiences, people and objects that have shaped the nation’s history.
National Arts Centre
You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre on your trip to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art scene or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Things to do
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Oh Canada Eh!? Dinner Musical
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Rockcliffe Ottawa: Exploration Game and Tour
Goulbourn Hotel Deals
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Ottawa Marriott Hotel
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Arlo Apartments Downtown
The Business Inn
Other neighbourhoods around Goulbourn
Stittsville
If you're spending some time in Stittsville, Canadian Tire Centre and Kevin Haime Golf Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Munster Hamlet - Richmond
If you're spending some time in Munster Hamlet - Richmond, Saunders Farm and Rideau River Provincial Park are top sights worth seeing.
Kanata
Suburb within Ottawa, Kanata boasts the Canadian Tire Centre, home to the Ottawa Senators, and the Kanata Research Park. Enjoy shopping at Kanata Centrum, Tanger Outlet Mall, and Hazeldean Mall, or catch a movie at Landmark Cinemas Kanata 24.
Barrhaven
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrhaven and surrounding area, you can visit Walter Baker Sports Centre and Nepean Sportsplex.
Nepean
Explore the retail center on Merivale Road, featuring smaller shops and big box stores, or visit the Nepean Museum and Ben Franklin Place for a mix of culture and government services. Enjoy amenities like the Ottawa Public Library and Centrepointe Theatre.
Aylmer
Dubbed the "Recreation Capital of the National Capital," this area boasts golf courses, green spaces, spas, a marina, and bicycle paths. Explore shops, services, and restaurants along Chemin d'Aylmer, and enjoy easy access to Ottawa via Champlain Bridge.
- Saunders Farm
- Canadian Tire Centre
- Parliament Hill
- Byward Market Square
- University of Ottawa
- Casino du Lac Leamy
- Carleton University
- Rideau Canal
- Nordik Spa-Nature
- Rogers Centre Ottawa
- Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus
- Canadian Museum of History
- Rideau Centre
- National Arts Centre
- TD Place Stadium
- Canadian War Museum
- Elgin Street
- Algonquin College
- Parliament Building
- Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre
- National Gallery of Canada
- Kōena Spa
- Canada Aviation and Space Museum
- Ottawa City Hall
- Lansdowne Park
- Nepean Sportsplex
- Almonte Village
- Rideau Carleton Raceway
- St. Laurent Centre