West Carleton Travel Guide
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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.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
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.
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.
Things to do
Gatineau Park Scenic Lookout Tour 2 Hours
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Ottawa: City Highlights Walking Tour | 3-Hour
Top hotels in West Carleton
Wingate by Wyndham Kanata West Ottawa
Très bel hôtel, séjour très agréable
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Everything was well maintained decorate Food was great stuff respectful and friendly
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The Business Inn
Large well-equipped room and reception staff were very friendly and helpful. However, breakfast was inedible. A large fan outside the room loudly rumbled like a large truck all night. Plumbing pipes knocked and gurgled at 4am, waking us up. Hallways were cluttered with carts and cleaning supplies ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
Room 916 has showerhead that does not work at all. All you can get it just jet of water all together, none of the holes work there. Only stayed for 1 night there, asked staff if that can be fixed. They did not have any maintenance there, told me that they would call someone to come at 9 am in morning. ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Very spacious room with kitchen area. Great location
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
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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 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 Canada Agriculture and Food Museum and jump on the metro at Carling Station to see more of the city.
