South End Travel Guide
Ottawa
Popular places to visit
Mooney's Bay Park
After visiting Mooney's Bay Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Hog's Back Falls
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hog's Back Falls during your travels in Ottawa. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this walkable area.
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.
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 South End
Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Airport
"Room was large and clean. Breakfast was not included as I had thought. It was close to our venue which helped."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Alt Hotel Ottawa Airport
"- had to wait 1 hour ti have someone place my order at the bar - been serving others well at the bar - room was very moisy"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Airport
"Very good"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Hampton Inn by Hilton Ottawa Airport, ON, CN
"Great stay at the end of our mini-vacation to Ottawa. Room was clean and very comfortable. Pool was a bonus! Staff were friendly and helpful. We had to catch the shuttle before breakfast was served but when we went to the lobby, there were To-Go breakfasts with a bagel, cream cheese and an apple. ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Ottawa Airport
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Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Ottawa Airport
"Beautiful hotel and rooms with free shuttle to airport it was perfect. With a continental breakfast and even a free soup salad bar for dinner when we were there!"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South End
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.
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.
Glebe
You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Glebe. You might want to make time for a stop at TD Place Stadium or Elgin Street.
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.
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.
Centretown West
Even though there aren't top sights in Centretown West, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Canadian War Museum. Jump on the metro at Carling Station to see more of the city.
