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

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

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

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 Museum of History showing modern architecture and skyline

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.

Canadian Museum of History

Activities

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission

AU$30
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Canadian War Museum

Canadian War Museum Admission

AU$27
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canadian War Museum Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour

AU$37
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ghosts of the Bytown Museum

Ghosts of the Bytown Museum

AU$37
per adult
Ghosts of the Bytown Museum
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass

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

AU$58
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter

Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter

AU$239
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
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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$199 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$199
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (1,787 reviews)
"Clean room and good breakfast. Staff is very helpful when you need assistance"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Wingate by Wyndham Kanata West Ottawa
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa

3.5 out of 5
2 Montcalm Street, Gatineau, QC
The price is AU$127 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$127
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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 Byward Market ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,129 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, clean staff is friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Fairmont Chateau Laurier

Fairmont Chateau Laurier

4.5 out of 5
1 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$276 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$276
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,842 reviews)
"Clean room, the cafe in the hotel is lovely!"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Lord Elgin Hotel

Lord Elgin Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$279 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$279
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (2,489 reviews)
"Staff were incredibly helpful with our requests — hotel is right downtown close to Byward Market and Parliament — would definitely stay there again !"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Lord Elgin Hotel
Ottawa Embassy Hotel

Ottawa Embassy Hotel

3.5 out of 5
25 Cartier St, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$204 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$204
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,112 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great area & easy parking."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Ottawa Embassy Hotel
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa

4 out of 5
130 Besserer St, Ottawa, ON
The price is AU$299 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
AU$299
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Ottawa. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5,104 reviews)
"We stayed in a 2 bedroom 2 bathroom suite. It had been updated and was comfortable, convenient and clean. Les Suites is in a very good downtown location close to many restaurant, ByWard Market and other sites to visit."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
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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
Canada Agriculture and Food Museum showing a park

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.

Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park

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