West Carleton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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 an administrative building and heritage architecture

Parliament Hill

4.5/5(15 reviews)

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

Parliament Hill
Byward Market featuring street scenes, a city and markets

Byward Market Square

4/5(19 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

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 street scenes, a river or creek and boating

Rideau Canal

4/5(21 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 showing a city and modern architecture

Canadian War Museum

5/5(4 reviews)

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

Canadian War Museum

Activities

Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

AU$60
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Canadian War Museum

Canadian War Museum Admission

AU$24
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water

Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water

AU$72
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water
Ottawa Downtown Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour

Ottawa Downtown Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour

AU$12
per adult
Ottawa Downtown Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

AU$31
per adult
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

AU$38
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
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Our pick of the best West Carleton Hotel Deals

Wingate by Wyndham Kanata West Ottawa
Wingate by Wyndham Kanata West Ottawa
3 out of 5
8600 Campeau Drive, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$208 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$208
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,732 reviews)
"Great amenities for families. Enjoyed that we could walk to the outlet mall or take quick 20 min drive to downtown Ottawa."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 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 AU$279 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$279
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,560 reviews)
Nice hotel, poor pool facilities
"The room and hotel service were great. We felt the pool area was old and needed refurbishment - the pool didn’t look that clean and the whole pool area was quite dark, the changing rooms smelt damp and had carpet which made this area unpleasant to use. Overall I’d recommend the hotel but not if the ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street, Gatineau, QC
The price is AU$139 per night from 22 July to 23 July
AU$139
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Gatineau. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Canadian War ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,020 reviews)
"The hotel was very good, friendly staff , the room was clean, and the view from the room was also very good"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
The Business Inn
The Business Inn
2.5 out of 5
180 MacLaren Street, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$174 per night from 15 July to 16 July
AU$174
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7,611 reviews)
"Closeness to main attractions, quiet, safe, and clean."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

The Business Inn
Lord Elgin Hotel
Lord Elgin Hotel
4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$258 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$258
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,435 reviews)
"Everything was handled with efficiency and friendliness. The room was lovely and the beds were so comfortable. We had a drink in the bar and the margarita was delicious."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
2.5 out of 5
235 KING EDWARD AVENUE, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$207 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$207
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,306 reviews)
"The property itself is great and such a good price point. It is in a downtown area where there are homeless and street people. It was so easy though to get to wherever you wanted to go. You just wouldn’t want to be out walking at night by yourself."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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 Walter Baker Sports Centre and Nepean Sportsplex.

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
Canadian War Museum featuring interior views and military items

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.

Lebreton Flats

West Carleton Travel Guide

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