Kanata Travel Guide
Ottawa
Popular places to visit
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
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.
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.
Canadian Museum of History
Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.
National Arts Centre
You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Things to do
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Private Shopping Tour from Ottawa hotels to Tanger Outlets Ottawa
Top hotels in Kanata
Brookstreet
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Ottawa Kanata by IHG
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kanata Ottawa West
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025
Comfort Inn Ottawa West Kanata
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Kanata
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Homewood Suites by Hilton Ottawa Kanata
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
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
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.
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 Bayshore Shopping Centre while in the area.
Lebreton Flats
When in Lebreton Flats and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Canadian War Museum or Supreme Court of Canada and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Pimisi Station or Bayview Station.
Glebe
You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Glebe. You might want to make time for a stop at TD Place Stadium or Rideau Canal.
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