Visit West Carleton
Popular places to visit
Diefenbunker
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Diefenbunker during your trip to Carp. 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.
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.
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.
Canadian Museum of History
Traverse 20,000 years of Canadian history in just one day at Ottawa’s treasure house of culture.
Things to do
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Canadian War Museum Admission
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Top hotels in West Carleton
Wingate by Wyndham Kanata West Ottawa
This is a great hotel. Very clean and nicely appointed rooms. Pet friendly. Free breakfast. Walking distance to outlet mall for retail therapy. Nothing but good things to say about our stay.
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Lord Elgin Hotel
I booked this stay for my parents, and they had a WONDERFUL time! I left a note on the booking that it was my mom’s birthday and they left a christmas card, a birthday card and a little treat. This made them feel so special and it made the splurge so worth it. Highly recommend this gorgeous ...
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Perfect stay, as always
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Friendly staff, clean room. Could have a minimum of dishes in the room (bottle opener for exemple)
Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025
The Business Inn
I come to Ottawa quite often and always stay at The Business Inn. Where do I start with why it's great? Staff is really friendly and efficient, location is central so that I can walk everywhere downtown or access public transit, every suite is spacious and has a fully equipped kitchen, and the free ...
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Downtown Ottawa East by IHG
Clean rooms, great staff, breakfast staff exceptional
Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West Carleton
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.
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 Walter Baker Sports Centre and Nepean Sportsplex.
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 Bayshore Shopping Centre.
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.
