Kanata
Ottawa
Popular places to visit
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.
National Arts Centre
You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre on your trip to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art scene or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Things to do
Ottawa: Bilingual Guided City Tour by Amphibious Bus
Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Canadian War Museum Admission
Oh Canada Eh!? Dinner Musical
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Kanata Hotel Deals
Brookstreet
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Comfort Inn Ottawa West Kanata
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Kanata
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kanata Ottawa West
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GLō Best Western Kanata Ottawa West
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Other neighborhoods around Kanata
Stittsville
If you're spending some time in Stittsville, Canadian Tire Centre and Kevin Haime Golf Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Aylmer
Dubbed the "Recreation Capital of the National Capital," this area boasts golf courses, green spaces, spas, a marina, and bicycle paths. Explore shops, services, and restaurants along Chemin d'Aylmer, and enjoy easy access to Ottawa via Champlain Bridge.
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
Explore the retail center on Merivale Road, featuring smaller shops and big box stores, or visit the Nepean Museum and Ben Franklin Place for a mix of culture and government services. Enjoy amenities like the Ottawa Public Library and Centrepointe Theatre.
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.
Centretown West
Even though there aren't top sights in Centretown West, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Canadian War Museum. Jump on the metro at Carling Station to see more of the city.
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