Gatineau

Travel Guide

Gatineau Park which includes a cascade and snow
Canadian Museum of History which includes interior views as well as a large group of people
Gatineau Park showing a garden and forests
Gatineau Park which includes snow and a bridge
Gatineau featuring tranquil scenes and snow

Where to stay in Gatineau

Canadian Museum of History which includes skyline and modern architecture

Hull

4/5(46 area reviews)

As the central business district and oldest neighborhood in Gatineau, this area boasts a cultural hub with the Canadian Museum of History and Casino du Lac-Leamy. Enjoy the transformed downtown, featuring restaurants, cafés, and stores.

Hull
Always a fantastic sunset at this beach on the Ottawa River. Apparently, environmental conditions in the Ottawa Valley produce great colours! #goldenhour

Aylmer

Dubbed the "Recreation Capital of the National Capital," this area boasts golf courses, green spaces, spas, a marina, and bicycle paths. Explore shops, services, and restaurants along Chemin d'Aylmer, and enjoy easy access to Ottawa via Champlain Bridge.

Aylmer
Gatineau featuring tranquil scenes and snow

Downtown Gatineau

4/5(40 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the gardens and festivals in Downtown Gatineau. You might want to make time for a stop at Canadian Museum of History or Canadian Children's Museum.

Downtown Gatineau
Gatineau featuring tranquil scenes and snow

District des Promenades

While there might not be top attractions in District des Promenades, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Les Promenades Gatineau and Gatineau Sports Centre.

District des Promenades
In the heart of the city of Gatineau lies the Lac Lemay. Perfect for families with a big playground, you can also just enjoy a short stroll around the lake - by foot or bicycle - or relax by the beach. And the colours in the fall are to die for!

District Saint - Raymond - Vanier

While there might not be top attractions in District Saint - Raymond - Vanier, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Casino du Lac Leamy and Canadian Museum of History.

District Saint - Raymond - Vanier
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Masson-Angers

When in Masson-Angers, you can plan a visit to Petrie Island Park and Princess Louise Falls, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Masson-Angers
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street, Gatineau, QC
The price is ￥10,460 per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
￥10,460
￥12,448 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Byward Market ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,055 reviews)
"Clean, nice view. Close to downtown"

Reviewed on Oct 8, 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Quality Inn & Suites Gatineau

Quality Inn & Suites Gatineau

3 out of 5
111 rue Bellehumeur, Gatineau, QC
The price is ￥14,163 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
￥14,163
￥16,855 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,015 reviews)
"The construction"

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025

Quality Inn & Suites Gatineau
Hotel V

Hotel V

3.5 out of 5
585, boul. de la Gappe, Gatineau, QC
The price is ￥13,675 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
￥13,675
￥16,273 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,776 reviews)
"Clean quick check in. Noise at night"

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025

Hotel V
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Duvernay Studios and Suites

Duvernay Studios and Suites

2.5 out of 5
92 De L'hotel-De-Ville Street, Gatineau, QC
Stay at this apartment in Gatineau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Byward Market Square and Casino du Lac Leamy are ...
7.4/10 Good! (858 reviews)
"There is no reception which is the main issue, otherwise it's calm and clean"

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025

Duvernay Studios and Suites
Cozy retreat In National Capital Region!

Cozy retreat In National Capital Region!

Gatineau
Stay at this apartment in Gatineau. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Casino du Lac Leamy and Marina Aylmer Park are located ...
4/10 (3 reviews)
Very Basic and not as advertised
"Host was responsive up until after our first call and speaking to them when we were in the place. For the money we paid the value was very poor and place had a few safety issues.To start with while we were not a party if 10, we were looking for a place that our group could come together to stay at ..."

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2025

Cozy retreat In National Capital Region!
Paradis Palace 3

Paradis Palace 3

Gatineau
Stay at this apartment in Gatineau. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Casino du Lac Leamy and Marina Aylmer Park are located ...
6.2/10 (11 reviews)
"We like the house, it was nice, clean, vast, and very comfy. All three rooms, the kitchen, the washroom, and the livingroom are very beautiful, the area too. We really recommend it to everyone and would like to come back next year if possible. The only thing that bothered us a bit was the air condition, ..."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Paradis Palace 3
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Popular places to visit

Parliament Hill showing heritage architecture and an administrative buidling

Parliament Hill

Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.

Parliament Hill
Byward Market featuring markets, outdoor eating and street scenes

Byward Market Square

Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.

Byward Market Square
The dance of the butterflies. Each year, this University has an exhibition in a small greenhouse of butterflies from all over the world.

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.

Carleton University
Rideau Canal which includes boating, a castle and a river or creek

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.

Rideau Canal
Canadian Museum of History which includes skyline and modern architecture

Canadian Museum of History

Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.

Canadian Museum of History
National Arts Centre which includes a garden

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.

National Arts Centre

Things to do

Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water

Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water

￥6,342
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water
Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise

Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise

￥6,088
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise
Canadian War Museum

Canadian War Museum Admission

￥2,650
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Ottawa: Sightseeing River Cruise

Ottawa: Sightseeing River Cruise

￥5,420
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Sightseeing River Cruise
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

￥3,652
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa: National Gallery of Canada Admission

Ottawa: National Gallery of Canada Admission

￥2,650
per adult
Ottawa: National Gallery of Canada Admission
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