West Carleton Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Diefenbunker
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Diefenbunker during your trip to Carp. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.
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.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
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 entertainment choices 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.
Things to do
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Canadian War Museum Admission
Ottawa: City Highlights Walking Tour | 3-Hour
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Top hotels in West Carleton
Wingate by Wyndham Kanata West Ottawa
Clean, great location
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
The Business Inn
The room was clean with additional bed linens and pillows for sofa bed. The breakfast provides options. There's something for everyone.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
Staff has no idea what to see in the sorrounding
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Clean pool.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Ottawa Embassy Hotel
Big room
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
A highly recommend if able to stop in for a stay at least once. Short walk to dozens of experiences. Parliament Hill, East Block, multiple bus tours, parliamentary offices, art galleries, and the temporary senate to name a few.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Carleton
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.
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.
