Gatineau Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Gatineau
Canadian Museum of History showing interior views as well as a large group of people
Gatineau Park which includes a garden and forests
Gatineau Park featuring a bridge and snow
Gatineau

Where to stay in Gatineau

Canadian Museum of History featuring skyline and modern architecture

Hull

5/5(2 area reviews)

Hull is a destination visitors seek out for its interesting museums, casinos and stunning river views. You might want to check out attractions like Canadian Museum of History or Casino du Lac Leamy while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Hull
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Aylmer

Abundant dining options and pristine golf courses are well-reviewed features of Aylmer. Make a stop by top sights like Kōena Spa while you're exploring the area.

Aylmer
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Downtown Gatineau

You'll enjoy the gardens and festivals in Downtown Gatineau. You might want to make time for a stop at Canadian Museum of History or Maison du velo.

Downtown Gatineau
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District des Promenades

When in District des Promenades, you can plan a visit to Les Promenades Gatineau and Gatineau Sports Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

District des Promenades
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District Saint - Raymond - Vanier

While District Saint - Raymond - Vanier may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Casino du Lac Leamy and Maison du velo.

District Saint - Raymond - Vanier
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Templeton

Travellers enjoy Templeton for its restaurants and shopping. Consider checking out Le Pavillon Du Golf while you're in the area.

Templeton
Hotel V
Hotel V
3.5 out of 5
585, boul. de la Gappe, Gatineau, QC
The price is AU$179 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
AU$179
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,572 reviews)
"The property was beautiful and the staff was great. The building itself is not very soundproof and our upstairs neighbors were not very considerate. Not the fault of the hotel. The outdoor spa made our little get away feel like a real vacation. Also their amenities, shampoo etc. smelt heavenly and ..."

Reviewed on 2 Apr. 2025

Hotel V
Château Cartier Hotel & Resort, Ascend Hotel Collection
Château Cartier Hotel & Resort, Ascend Hotel Collection
4.5 out of 5
1170 Chemin d'Aylmer, Gatineau, QC
The price is AU$161 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
AU$161
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (963 reviews)
"All"

Reviewed on 4 Apr. 2025

Château Cartier Hotel & Resort, Ascend Hotel Collection
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Gatineau/Manoir du Casino
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Gatineau/Manoir du Casino
3.5 out of 5
75, d'Edmonton Street, Gatineau, QC
The price is AU$151 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
AU$151
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.4/10 Good! (2,556 reviews)
"Room lamp had no lightbulb and other lamp out of order. No remote for tv Only 1 washcloth for 2 people Toilet plugged up All in all not very happy Tv not plugged in I realize it’s under some construction but really???"

Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Gatineau/Manoir du Casino
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Duvernay Studios and Suites
Duvernay Studios and Suites
2.5 out of 5
92 De L'hotel-De-Ville Street, Gatineau, QC
Stay at this apartment in Gatineau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Canadian Museum of History and Byward Market Square ...
7.4/10 Good! (768 reviews)
"1st room we were in was disappointing. Air Conditioner was not working. Also found a creature crawling around so was moved."

Reviewed on 20 Oct. 2024

Duvernay Studios and Suites
Paradis Palace 3
Paradis Palace 3
Gatineau
Stay at this apartment in Gatineau. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Casino du Lac Leamy and Marina Aylmer Park are located nearby.
7.4/10 Good! (3 reviews)
"Perfect for a bigger family/group travelling together, there was 8 of us! I'll definitely be booking there again"

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2025

Paradis Palace 3
📍Luxurious modern 4 Bedroom free parking
📍Luxurious modern 4 Bedroom free parking
Gatineau
Stay at this villa in Gatineau. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and patios. Popular attractions Casino du Lac Leamy and Byward Market Square are located ...
4.2/10 (8 reviews)
Interlude excursion
"We never got to use it cancelled Friday morning left us high and dry some people were already in route . Terrible customer service never offered to help find alternative accommodation. Fortunately we got 3! Hotel rooms these plans were made in August. Some flew in to Syracuse for it. Was refunded ..."

Reviewed on 17 Feb. 2025

📍Luxurious modern 4 Bedroom free parking
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Popular places to visit

Parliament Hill showing an administrative building and heritage architecture

Parliament Hill

4.5/5(15 reviews)

Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.

Parliament Hill
Byward Market featuring street scenes, a city and markets

Byward Market Square

4/5(19 reviews)

Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.

Byward Market Square
Carleton University

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.

Carleton University
Rideau Canal featuring street scenes, a river or creek and boating

Rideau Canal

4/5(21 reviews)

This engineering and scenic marvel fills with pleasure craft in summer and transforms into the world’s longest naturally frozen skating rink in winter.

Rideau Canal
Canadian Museum of History showing modern architecture and skyline

Canadian Museum of History

5/5(4 reviews)

Up to 20,000 years of history is showcased in this impressive institution dedicated to life in Canada. It also has a Children’s Museum and IMAX theatre.

Canadian Museum of History
National Arts Centre

National Arts Centre

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

National Arts Centre

Activities

Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter

Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter

AU$209
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Canadian Museum of History

Canadian Museum of History Admission Ticket

AU$25
per adult
Canadian Museum of History Admission Ticket
Canadian War Museum

Canadian War Museum Admission

AU$23
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Ottawa: Rockcliffe Neighborhood Exploration Game

Rockcliffe Ottawa: Exploration Game and Tour

AU$17
per adult
Rockcliffe Ottawa: Exploration Game and Tour
Walking tour in Downtown Toronto

Walking tour in Downtown Toronto

AU$573
per adult
Walking tour in Downtown Toronto
Epic Ottawa Bar Crawl: By Let’s Roam

Epic Ottawa Bar Crawl: By Let’s Roam

AU$19
per adult
Epic Ottawa Bar Crawl: By Let’s Roam
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