Barrhaven Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
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.
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.
National Arts Centre
You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Canadian Museum of History
Up to 20,000 years of history is showcased in this impressive institution dedicated to life in Canada. It also has a Children’s Museum and IMAX theatre.
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: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Barrhaven Hotel Deals
Hampton Inn & Suites Ottawa West
Staff was courteous. Early check in and well designed rooms with great soundproofing.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
Our stay was absolutely wonderful at the Lord Elgin in downtown Ottawa. The rooms are very nice and comfortable, very clean. Bar has excellent cocktails. But the best part for me is the valley parking. You have to pay extra for it, but it’s well worth every penny especially during the winter months. ...
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Bed was unconformable and noisy !!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
The Business Inn
Beautiful suit. Very comfortable mattresses. Restaurants in surrounding area are excellent lots of variety. Near by shopping museums. Everything. Remarkable
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Room was clean, breakfast was not as good as last time.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
Hotel was well ran, clean and comfortable. I had ordering breakfast at the restaurant, avocado toast with poached eggs. The avocado was at least a day old, dark in color and tasted old. The eggs were cold and i sent the plate back to the kitchen. They were good about it but there is no reason for ...
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barrhaven
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.
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.
South End
Consider a visit to South Keys Shopping Centre and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in South End. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Greenboro Station or Confederation Station.
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.
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.
