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.
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.
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.
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: Sightseeing River Cruise
Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Top hotels in West Carleton
Wingate by Wyndham Kanata West Ottawa
Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025
Hôtel Chateauneuf Gatineau—Ottawa
Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025
The Business Inn
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025
Lord Elgin Hotel
Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025
University of Ottawa Residence
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West Carleton
Stittsville
If you're spending some time in Stittsville, Canadian Tire Centre and Kevin Haime Golf Centre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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 the city at Pimisi Station or Bayview Station.