Rideau Township Travel Guide
Ottawa
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Popular places to visit
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 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.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
Casino du Lac Leamy
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your visit to Gatineau? Experience the fascinating museums and lively festivals in this walkable 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.
University of Ottawa
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Ottawa during your visit to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Things to do
YOW Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Intl. Airport: Aspire Lounge
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Canadian War Museum Admission
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Top hotels in Rideau Township
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Excellent stay. Hotel was great. If not familiar parking is valet at $60 per day. Close to everything we wanted to see especially parliament
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
The Business Inn
Awesome!
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
Terrible.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
Great service
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Arlo, BW Signature Collection
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
My boyfriend loved the view but that’s really all you’re paying for. The bed is not super comfortable and the pillows are flat as hell. The water takes ages to heat up for a shower. The room tends to be cold due to the windows and also takes time to heat up. There’s a fair bit of noise from below ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rideau Township
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.
Stittsville
While visiting Stittsville, you might make a stop by sights like Canadian Tire Centre and Kevin Haime Golf Centre.
Kanata
Kanata is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Canadian Tire Centre and Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre while you're in town.
Nepean
Nepean is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Nepean Sportsplex and Centrepointe Theatre while in the area.
South End
Consider a visit to South Keys Shopping Centre and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in South End. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Greenboro Station or Confederation Station.
Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park
While you're in Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park, take in top sights like Canada Agriculture and Food Museum and jump on the metro at Carling Station to see more of the city.
