West Carleton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

West Carleton
West Carleton
West Carleton
Photo by Paula Norton
Photo by Paula Norton
Photo by Paula Norton
Photo by Paula Norton

Popular places to visit

Diefenbunker

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.

Diefenbunker
Parliament Hill showing an administrative building and heritage architecture

Parliament Hill

4.5/5(15 reviews)

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

Parliament Hill
Byward Market featuring street scenes, a city and markets

Byward Market Square

4/5(19 reviews)

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

Byward Market Square
Carleton University

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.

Carleton University
Rideau Canal featuring street scenes, a river or creek and boating

Rideau Canal

4/5(21 reviews)

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 War Museum showing a city and modern architecture

Canadian War Museum

5/5(4 reviews)

The country’s museum of military history features collections of weapons and vehicles that cover hundreds of years of conflict.

Canadian War Museum

Activities

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

NZ$33
per adult
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

NZ$41
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Walking tour in Downtown Toronto

Walking tour in Downtown Toronto

NZ$758
per adult
Walking tour in Downtown Toronto
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter

Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter

NZ$267
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Ottawa Historical Walking Tour - With Local Historian

Ottawa Historical Walking Tour - Discover ByTown With Historian

NZ$42
per adult
Ottawa Historical Walking Tour - Discover ByTown With Historian
Ottawa Rideau River self guided walking tour and scavenger hunt

Ottawa Rideau River self guided walking tour and scavenger hunt

NZ$70
per traveller
Ottawa Rideau River self guided walking tour and scavenger hunt
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Our pick of the best West Carleton Hotel Deals

Wingate by Wyndham Kanata West Ottawa
Wingate by Wyndham Kanata West Ottawa
3 out of 5
8600 Campeau Drive, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$217 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$217
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,698 reviews)
Clean and modern!
"Super clean and modern. Close to everything I needed. No complaints at all. Will definitely stay here again!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

Wingate by Wyndham Kanata West Ottawa
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$291 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$291
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,496 reviews)
"Staff is the best"

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
The Business Inn
The Business Inn
2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$195 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$195
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7,612 reviews)
"Hidden gem! We enjoyed our week-long stay at The Business Inn due to the central location to many commonly visited monuments and places, the ease of parking (and charging available for our electric vehicle), and the spacious, comfortable accommodations. The staff were friendly and helpful. The breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

The Business Inn
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
4 out of 5
130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$277 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$277
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,645 reviews)
"a lot of space!"

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2025

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Lord Elgin Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel
4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$287 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$287
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,409 reviews)
"very friendly staff and excellent customer services. Location is great, close to everywhere downtown. A few minutes walk to Hop on-off bus and other tourism locations. Room is clean and quiet, highly recommended"

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
4 out of 5
325 Dalhousie Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is NZ$343 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$343
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,714 reviews)
"Great place to stay at Ottawa. Very close to Byward market and walkable to all sites like Art museum, Royal Mint, and Parliament building. Stuffs are very friendly and willing to help. Happy to be here again."

Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025

ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
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Other neighbourhoods around West Carleton

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Stittsville

While visiting Stittsville, you might make a stop by sights like Canadian Tire Centre and Kevin Haime Golf Centre.

Stittsville
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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.

Kanata
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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.

Aylmer
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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.

Barrhaven
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Nepean

Nepean is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Nepean Sportsplex and Bayshore Shopping Centre while in the area.

Nepean
Canada Agriculture and Food Museum showing a garden

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.

Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park

West Carleton Travel Guide

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