Barrhaven
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.
Casino du Lac Leamy
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your travels in Gatineau? Experience the acclaimed art scene 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.
University of Ottawa
Explore the campus of University of Ottawa as part of your travels around Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
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.
Things to do
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Canadian War Museum Admission
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Ottawa: Haunted Night Walking Tour
Ottawa: National Gallery of Canada Admission
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Top hotels in Barrhaven
Hampton Inn & Suites Ottawa West
Quick and friendly check-in. Hotel was was clean and room was updated and comfortable.
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
We stayed at the Chateau Laurier in Ottawa for our 50th wedding anniversary and we're treated like royalty. The room. The food, the staff and the pool was all so wonderful. Highly recommended for any occasion. Thank you sooooo much for a memorable stay
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
The Business Inn
Amazing stay!
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
Good
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026
Lord Elgin Hotel
All good
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Close walk to local sights
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barrhaven
Nepean
Nepean is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Nepean Sportsplex or Centrepointe Theatre.
Kanata
Travelers come to Kanata for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Canadian Tire Centre and Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre while you're in town.
Stittsville
If you're spending some time in Stittsville, Canadian Tire Centre and Kevin Haime Golf Centre are top sights worth seeing.
South End
Travelers choose South End for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Greenboro Station or Confederation Station and check out top sights like South Keys Shopping Centre.
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.
Aylmer
The ample dining options and top 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.
