Visit Rideau Township
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.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Carleton University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Carleton University during your stay in Ottawa. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
National Arts Centre
You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre on your trip to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art scene or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Canadian Museum of History
Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.
Things to do
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Canadian War Museum Admission
Ottawa: National Gallery of Canada Admission
Ottawa Senators Ice Hockey Game at Canadian Tire Center
Rockcliffe Ottawa: Exploration Game and Tour
Rideau Township Hotel Deals
Lord Elgin Hotel
Didn't have breakfast at hotel, but Bridgehead is a 10 minute walk away and they have great coffee, etc. Lovely hotel, very good location.
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Bed was unconformable and noisy !!
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
The Business Inn
Good experience
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Room was clean, breakfast was not as good as last time.
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
Great room, very clean and beautiful. The staff was very nice and helpful. Great weekend trip!
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Welcominns Hotel Ottawa
Quiet and always welcoming
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Rideau Township
Munster Hamlet - Richmond
If you're spending some time in Munster Hamlet - Richmond, Saunders Farm and Rideau River Provincial Park are top sights worth seeing.
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
If you're spending some time in Stittsville, Canadian Tire Centre and Kevin Haime Golf Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Kanata
Suburb within Ottawa, Kanata boasts the Canadian Tire Centre, home to the Ottawa Senators, and the Kanata Research Park. Enjoy shopping at Kanata Centrum, Tanger Outlet Mall, and Hazeldean Mall, or catch a movie at Landmark Cinemas Kanata 24.
Nepean
Explore the retail center on Merivale Road, featuring smaller shops and big box stores, or visit the Nepean Museum and Ben Franklin Place for a mix of culture and government services. Enjoy amenities like the Ottawa Public Library and Centrepointe Theatre.
South End
Travelers choose South End for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Greenboro Station or Confederation Station and check out top sights like South Keys Shopping Centre.
