Cummings Travel Guide
Ottawa
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
Explore the campus of Carleton University as part of your travels around Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
University of Ottawa
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Ottawa during your visit to 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 visit to Gatineau? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Things to do
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Canadian War Museum Admission
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Full-Day Montreal City Tour from Ottawa and optional city cruise
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Top hotels in Cummings
Welcominns Hotel Ottawa
Clean, comfortable room. Good breakfast. Helpful staff. Not too far from downtwon. Will stay here again when I'm in Ottawa next.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Holiday Inn Ottawa East by IHG
We have a sound sleep during our stay there. Beddings are in perfect condition and towels are all new, very clean. Staffs are pleasant and accommodating. I love the restaurant as well not only because of the food but the services and cleanliness of the restaurant. I will for sure recommend this hotel ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Comfort Inn Ottawa East
A little bit old
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Business Inn
This is a quirky place. The building is older, with small elevators and narrow corridors, but our suite was large and well appointed, with a great kitchen, comfy king-size bed, a balcony and a 6-foot TV screen! The included buffet breakfast isn't fancy, but there are plenty of choices. Seating in ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Well located
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
Nice clean room. Nice hotel and fair prices.. pool was closed and gym smelt like mold... but they're doing renovations so hopefully they're addressing this situation
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cummings
Industrial Park
If you're spending time in Industrial Park, check out sights like Canada Science and Technology Museum or St. Laurent Centre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cyrville Station or St-Laurent Station.
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.
Gloucester
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Gloucester. Top attractions like Place D'Orleans Shopping Center and Ernst & Young Centre are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Blair Station or Cyrville Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
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.
