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.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
University of Ottawa
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Ottawa during your visit to Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable 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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable 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.
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 Senators Ice Hockey Game at Canadian Tire Center
Our pick of the best West Carleton Hotel Deals
Wingate by Wyndham Kanata West Ottawa
Staff were great , clean room , not loud , parking is easy and free !
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
WoW excellent would recommend it! Near EVERYTHING
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
The Business Inn
A classic don't judge a book by its cover. The building is very non discreet and the lobby very spartan. But our room was huge and very clean. It would be a perfect set up for a person doing business for a week or so and wanted to stay downtown. Our room had a full office set up. The hotel is a 10 ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
Great thank you
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
Parking was so confusing and all of the streets are one way streets. The person at the front desk wasn't sure about parking options so I wasn't sure if I had parked somewhere I wasn't supposed to - and if my car would be there in the morning.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Arlo, BW Signature Collection
Room was clean, with good amenities
Reviewed on 29 Mar 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
The abundant dining options and pristine golf courses are top of the list for many visitors to Aylmer. A stop by Kōena Spa or Centre Culturel du Vieux-Aylmer might round out your trip.
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.
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.