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 acclaimed art galleries in this walkable 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 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.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
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
The bathtub is starting to show its age, bit of rust around the edges b
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Ottawa Kanata by IHG
All perfect
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kanata Ottawa West
So convenient to stadium
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Ottawa Kanata
Great stay and delicious breakfast!
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Comfort Inn Ottawa West Kanata
Yes was clean and bathroom was clean too
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Kanata
The shower stood out. The staff was friendly. The breakfast was very good.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 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 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.
