Orleans South West Travel Guide
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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
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Ottawa: City Highlights Walking Tour | 3-Hour
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Top hotels in Orleans South West
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
"Valet was not helpful. We asked 3 times to charge the car and it was not. After paying $60 for 18 hours, it was disappointing."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
The Business Inn
"Nice place..Own kitchen and Computer is an extra and was a good surprise.. Only drawback for me is its late check in..4pm is late for me knowing the check out time is 11am."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
"It took an hour to check in and when I finally got to my room I learned that their AC was broken. My room was a sauna at 29 degrees all night with no window to crack for fresh air. Very disappointed and not satisfied with this hotel nor the staff upon arrival."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
"Getting old …but service is perfect"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Ottawa Embassy Hotel
"Our rooms were spacious and nice. It is so great to have a full kitchen. The staff were very helpful and gracious. The parking lot was very handy."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Orleans South West
Orleans
Orleans is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Princess Louise Falls and Petrie Island Park.
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.
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.
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.
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.