Kanata Travel Guide
Ottawa
Popular places to visit
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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable 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.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
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.
Things to do
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Ottawa Senators Ice Hockey Game at Canadian Tire Center
Gatineau Park Nocturnal Snowshoeing Adventure & Dinner - From Ottawa & Gatineau
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Top hotels in Kanata
Brookstreet
Excellent hotel and the shuttle service was amazing great job!!! Thanbyou
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Comfort Inn Ottawa West Kanata
The rooms were clean and the staff was very friendly and accommodating.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Ottawa Kanata by IHG
Very clean
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Ottawa Kanata
It was a good stay. The room was nice and comfortable. Staff were good
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kanata Ottawa West
Wifi sid not skip a beat.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Kanata
Good breakfast, nice clean rooms. I’ve been staying here for years, just sad they took the hot tub out. Great stay overall
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kanata
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.
Lebreton Flats
When in Lebreton Flats and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Canadian War Museum or Canadian Museum of History and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Pimisi Station or Bayview Station.
