Kanata Travel Guide
Ottawa
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.
Casino du Lac Leamy
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your visit to Gatineau? Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
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.
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.
Things to do
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Canadian War Museum Admission
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Ottawa's Hidden History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Kanata
Brookstreet
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Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Ottawa Kanata by IHG
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Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kanata Ottawa West
Super nice staff, we always stay to watch the sens beat up on Vegas. 3 min walk to Canadian tire center. Always stay here!
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Ottawa Kanata
the studio room was great! i am glad we found this place we will definitely be staying again! there was a hockey tournament which had a lot of kids in the halls but could not hear anything in the room. the rooms were very clean. the breakfast was actually decent for complimentary!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Comfort Inn Ottawa West Kanata
Room was clean
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Ottawa Kanata
Stay was perfect, hotel is Excellent, seems very new.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kanata
Stittsville
While visiting Stittsville, you might make a stop by sights like Canadian Tire Centre and Kevin Haime Golf Centre.
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.
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.
Glebe
You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Glebe. You might want to make time for a stop at TD Place Stadium or Rideau Canal.
