West Carleton Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West Carleton
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
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.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
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.
Activities
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Ottawa Senators Ice Hockey Game at Canadian Tire Center
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Our pick of the best West Carleton Hotel Deals
Wingate by Wyndham Kanata West Ottawa
We were recently there for one night March break. The service was excellent the rooms clean and comfortable beds. The breakfast was delicious and the staff at night at the bar was so nice and kind. Definitely will be going back again.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
We enjoyed the health room facility including pool/hot showers. You really feel like part of history when you're staying here. Laurier Café was enjoyable with friendly staff.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
The Business Inn
Very clean room great breakfast and friendly staff but trouble getting the TV working ?
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
Great spot
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
Overall good
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Clean room great breakfast
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Carleton
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.
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 Chapman Mills Marketplace and Walter Baker Sports Centre.
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.
