West Carleton Travel Guide

Ottawa

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 heritage architecture and an administrative building

Parliament Hill

4.5/5(36 reviews)

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

Parliament Hill
Byward Market which includes street scenes, signage and markets

Byward Market Square

4.5/5(38 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

4/5(3 reviews)

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 a city, street scenes and a castle

Rideau Canal

4.5/5(31 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 which includes a city and modern architecture

Canadian War Museum

5/5(12 reviews)

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

Canadian War Museum

Things to do

Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water

Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water

฿1,419
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water
Walking tour in Downtown Toronto

Walking tour in Downtown Toronto

฿14,669
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

฿5,246
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

฿808
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa Historical Walking Tour - With Local Historian

Ottawa Historical Walking Tour - Discover ByTown With Historian

฿835
per adult
Ottawa Historical Walking Tour - Discover ByTown With Historian
Rockcliffe Ottawa: Exploration Game and Tour

Rockcliffe Ottawa: Exploration Game and Tour

฿299
per adult
Rockcliffe Ottawa: Exploration Game and Tour
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Top hotels in West Carleton

Wingate by Wyndham Kanata West Ottawa
Wingate by Wyndham Kanata West Ottawa
3 out of 5
8600 Campeau Drive, Ottawa, ON
The price is ฿3,638 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿3,638
฿4,316 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,692 reviews)
good hotel
"nice clean rooms. daily house keeping. decent breakfast. nice pool. only drawback is that there's no adequate cupboards/ almirah/ storage in the room. clearly the room we had had ample space. a small table with 2 chairs are good to have too."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Wingate by Wyndham Kanata West Ottawa
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
The price is ฿4,830 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿4,830
฿5,731 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,479 reviews)
"Very beautiful place"

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
The Business Inn
The Business Inn
2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
The price is ฿3,519 per night from 26 Jun to 27 Jun
฿3,519
฿4,175 total
26 Jun - 27 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7,537 reviews)
Great
"We had a good stay overall. The room was meant for 4 people, but when we arrived, the sofa bed wasn’t set up or moved, and there were only 3 towels and not enough shower products for everyone. That said, I went to the front desk and everything was quickly resolved great service! It would just be ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

The Business Inn
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
4 out of 5
130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON
The price is ฿3,642 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿3,642
฿4,321 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,634 reviews)
"Amazing! Travelled with 5 kids so the space was muchly needed !! Super clean. Easy check-in & out. Poopy though, pool was closed and it was the biggest reason I picked this hotel. Breakfast would have been nice for the price I paid. I also found parking per day a bit expensive as well. Overall solid ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
Ottawa Marriott Hotel
Ottawa Marriott Hotel
4 out of 5
100 Kent St, Ottawa, ON
The price is ฿4,472 per night from 4 Jul to 5 Jul
฿4,472
฿5,306 total
4 Jul - 5 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,218 reviews)
"Location was perfect for business trip. The room was clean however shower was a problematic and needs attention."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Ottawa Marriott 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 ฿4,830 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿4,830
฿5,731 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,710 reviews)
"Wonderful location in the heart of the Byward Market. Valet parking was efficient but expensive. Our room was clean and chic with a fantastic shower. Staff was friendly and accomodating. The rooftop top terrace/restaurant had spectacular views with excellent service staff. We had a fantastic ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 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