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.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Canadian War Museum Admission
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Ottawa's Hidden History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Street Art Exploration Game and Self-Guided Tour in Ottawa
Top hotels in Kanata
Brookstreet
Comfort Inn Ottawa West Kanata
Clean room
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Ottawa Kanata by IHG
Clean room, lovely set-up. Very quiet even with a busload of travelers there for a shopping trip. Restaurant on site was wonderful.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Ottawa Kanata
Everything was clean, the room was comfortable and spacious. The only thing that would have been better was the water temp in the shower and the pool. Both were a little cold. Otherwise, fantastic.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kanata Ottawa West
Great location if you are looking to catch a Sens game or go shopping. Great amenities to pass the rest of your time.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Kanata
Clean, chearful staff free upgrade. All good. Breakfast left us wanting.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 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
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 Canada Agriculture and Food Museum and jump on the metro at Carling Station to see more of the city.
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 of the city at Pimisi Station or Bayview Station.
