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.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
Carleton University
Explore the campus of Carleton University as part of your travels around Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
University of Ottawa
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Ottawa during your visit to Ottawa. Experience the fascinating museums 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
Full-Day Montreal City Tour from Ottawa and optional city cruise
Top hotels in West Carleton
Wingate by Wyndham Kanata West Ottawa
excellent Hotel
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
The Business Inn
The room, bathroom, and kitchen are clean. The breakfast selection is quite good, it offers plenty of variety, including convenient "grab and go" options for those in a rush. However, the dining area is quite small; unless you’re willing to wait for a table, you might need to take your meal back ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Gorgeous, haunting and wonderful staff. Bartenders were a bit snobbish but the rest of the stay was perfection.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
Was under renovation. Most amenities were unavailable
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
When I booked on line I specified a room with 2 beds. On check in I asked and it was confirmed - a room with 2 beds and a pull out couch. On entering the room it was one bed and a terrible pull out sofa. discussions with management were met with poor reponse - this was the expedia room and we can't ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
ANDAZ OTTAWA BYWARD MARKET, BY HYATT
Location! Location! Location! Its not a super premium property, but newly built and well maintained for a comfortable stay. Lots of parking lots & restaurants around property, and ottawa mall
Reviewed on 13 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.
