West Carleton Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West Carleton
Popular places to visit
Diefenbunker
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Diefenbunker during your trip to Carp. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly 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.
Casino du Lac Leamy
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your visit to Gatineau? Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
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.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Activities
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Our pick of the best West Carleton Hotel Deals
Wingate by Wyndham Kanata West Ottawa
Clean, quiet and nice staff
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Beautiful ambiance, helpful staff.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
The Business Inn
Excellent location. Walking distance to many restaurants and Rideau Canal. Staff was friendly and efficient. Room was spacious and clean.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
Fantastic staff! Great location. Beautiful bulding
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
The beds are comfortable, the rooms are big and clean, the breakfast is delicious. The gym and pool were nice. The location is great and the staff are friendly and professional
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
Rooms are spotless , even received complimentary champagne and soft drinks and they let you check in early without a fee. The service was impeccable too
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Carleton
Kanata
Kanata is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Canadian Tire Centre and Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre while you're in town.
Stittsville
While visiting Stittsville, you might make a stop by sights like Canadian Tire Centre and Kevin Haime Golf Centre.
Aylmer
Abundant dining options and pristine golf courses are well-reviewed features of Aylmer. Make a stop by top sights like Kōena Spa while you're exploring the area.
Barrhaven
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrhaven and surrounding area, you can visit Chapman Mills Marketplace and Walter Baker Sports Centre.
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.
Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park
While you're in Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park, take in top sights like Rideau Canal and jump on the metro at Carling Station to see more of the city.
