Orleans South West Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
![Parliament Hill showing an administrative building and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/49000/49668-Parliament-Hill.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
![Byward Market featuring street scenes, a city and markets](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/49000/49208-Byward-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
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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.
![Rideau Canal featuring street scenes, a river or creek and boating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/49000/49472-Rideau-Canal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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 showing modern architecture and skyline](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/49000/49314-Canadian-Museum-Of-Civilization-Ottawa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Canadian Museum of History
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 War Museum showing a city and modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/49000/49203-Canadian-War-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Canadian War Museum
The country’s museum of military history features collections of weapons and vehicles that cover hundreds of years of conflict.
Activities
![Ottawa: Rockcliffe Neighborhood Exploration Game](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5179484/84020320-fdd2-4cec-aab3-01ba60e009f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Rockcliffe Ottawa: Exploration Game and Tour
![Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47260884/6b1bc96e-2250-4339-8731-9f7f4e5b0937.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
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Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
![Canadian Museum of History](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1354395/af68702a-c5ac-4e00-a823-a7be52abd0ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Canadian Museum of History Admission Ticket
![Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48951858/e77af7d2-9c42-49f3-be15-a3e8da9aefb5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
![Ottawa: Private custom tour with a local guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47361321/a021afe9-161a-47b8-a000-6b573db3270e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Ottawa: Private custom tour with a local guide
Our pick of the best Orleans South West Hotel Deals
![The Business Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/896800/896730/278c6633_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 17 Dec. 2024
![Lord Elgin Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/528300/528265/691f3092_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 17 Dec. 2024
![Fairmont Chateau Laurier](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3300/3283/ec79f309_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Dec. 2024
![Hyatt Place Ottawa West](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61510000/61509500/61509408/76b1ce93_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 14 Dec. 2024
![Les Suites Hotel Ottawa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16000/16000/d148af2f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Dec. 2024
![The Metcalfe Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17750000/17749900/17749857/8cd244dc_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 12 Dec. 2024
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Other neighbourhoods around Orleans South West
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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.
![Canada Aviation and Space Museum showing interior views and aircraft](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/49000/49600-Canada-Aviation-And-Space-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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Vanier
You'll enjoy the restaurants and live music in Vanier. You might want to make time for a stop at Beechwood Cemetery or Tag Zone - Indoor Paintless Paintball.
![Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/49000/49386-Ottawa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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 Byward Market Square, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or uOttawa Station to see more of the city.
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Old Ottawa East
Check out the sporting events during your time in Old Ottawa East. Hop around the Ottawa area on the metro at Lees Station to see top sights like Rideau Canal and Brantwood Park.
![Byward Market which includes street scenes, signage and markets](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/49000/49208-Byward-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.