Visit West Carleton
Popular places to visit
Diefenbunker
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Diefenbunker during your trip to Carp. 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.
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
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Carleton University during your stay in Ottawa. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants 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.
Canadian Museum of History
At this museum, one of the most visited in Canada, discover the events, experiences, people and objects that have shaped the nation’s history.
Things to do
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Canadian War Museum Admission
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Private Shopping Tour from Ottawa hotels to Tanger Outlets Ottawa
West Carleton Hotel Deals
Wingate by Wyndham Kanata West Ottawa
Reviewed on Jul. 14, 2025
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2025
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Reviewed on Jul. 14, 2025
The Business Inn
Reviewed on Jul. 12, 2025
Lord Elgin Hotel
Reviewed on Jul. 14, 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Reviewed on Jul. 15, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West Carleton
Stittsville
If you're spending some time in Stittsville, Canadian Tire Centre and Kevin Haime Golf Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Kanata
Suburb within Ottawa, Kanata boasts the Canadian Tire Centre, home to the Ottawa Senators, and the Kanata Research Park. Enjoy shopping at Kanata Centrum, Tanger Outlet Mall, and Hazeldean Mall, or catch a movie at Landmark Cinemas Kanata 24.
Aylmer
Dubbed the "Recreation Capital of the National Capital," this area boasts golf courses, green spaces, spas, a marina, and bicycle paths. Explore shops, services, and restaurants along Chemin d'Aylmer, and enjoy easy access to Ottawa via Champlain Bridge.
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.
Nepean
Explore the retail center on Merivale Road, featuring smaller shops and big box stores, or visit the Nepean Museum and Ben Franklin Place for a mix of culture and government services. Enjoy amenities like the Ottawa Public Library and Centrepointe Theatre.
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 the city at Pimisi Station or Bayview Station.
- Fitzroy Provincial Park
- Canadian Tire Centre
- Parliament Hill
- University of Ottawa
- Byward Market Square
- Carleton University
- Casino du Lac Leamy
- Rideau Canal
- Nordik Spa-Nature
- Rogers Centre Ottawa
- Canadian Museum of History
- Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus
- Canadian War Museum
- Rideau Centre
- TD Place Stadium
- National Arts Centre
- Algonquin College
- Elgin Street
- Parliament Building
- Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre
- National Gallery of Canada
- Ottawa City Hall
- Canada Aviation and Space Museum
- Lansdowne Park
- Nepean Sportsplex
- Kōena Spa
- Almonte Village