Stittsville Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Stittsville
Popular places to visit
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.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
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.
University of Ottawa
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Ottawa during your visit to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event 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.
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)
Our pick of the best Stittsville Hotel Deals
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
"Beautiful, grand old hotel, very well maintained, with good restaurants and best location in Ottawa."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
The Business Inn
"Staff were superb. Great breakfast included. Room, while dated, was spacious with very comfortable bed. Quiet. Hallways could be better lit and elevators require waiting by times. Excellent value overall!"
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
"Will be staying again next trip to Ottawa."
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
Les Suites Hotel Ottawa
"It's a good hotel right downtown. Slightly dated, but not too bad. Our third guest used the pull out couch, not sure I would have slept on that. But other than that the bed was good, shower was good and our room even had laundry and a full kitchen. Parking lot is really confusing. If you are not ..."
Reviewed on 17 June 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
"Clean, quiet, simple parking, and the staff were very friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
"No"
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Stittsville
Downtown Ottawa
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ottawa. Check out top attractions like Byward Market Square and Parliament Hill, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
Gloucester
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Gloucester. Top attractions like Place D'Orleans Shopping Center and Ernst & Young Centre are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Blair Station or Cyrville Station to see more of the city.
ByWard Market
A noteworthy feature of ByWard Market is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Byward Market Square and Rideau Centre.
