Kanata Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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
Explore the campus of Carleton University as part of your travels around Ottawa. Visit 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
Up to 20,000 years of history is showcased in this impressive institution dedicated to life in Canada. It also has a Children’s Museum and IMAX theatre.
National Arts Centre
You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Activities
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Canadian Museum of History (Canadian Children's Museum included)
Our pick of the best Kanata Hotel Deals
Brookstreet
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Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Ottawa Kanata by IHG
Clean and comfortable place to stay!
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Kanata
Clean room and friendly staff
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kanata Ottawa West
The hotel’s location was ideal for accessing the 417 as well as having services nearby. Breakfast was a very positive experience. Will be pleased to recommend this site!
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
GLō Best Western Kanata Ottawa West
Clean and neat toom
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Comfort Inn Ottawa West Kanata
breakfast was well balanced.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kanata
Stittsville
While visiting Stittsville, you might make a stop by sights like Canadian Tire Centre and Kevin Haime Golf Centre.
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 known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Nepean Sportsplex and Bayshore Shopping Centre 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 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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- Andrew Haydon Park
- Visit Barry's Bay
- Canadian Tire Centre
- Canadian War Museum
- Carp Holidays
- Visit Central Frontenac
- Visit Clarence-Rockland
- Visit Clarendon Station
- Visit Erinsville
- Visit Howe Island
- Visit Kaladar
- Kanata Centrum Shopping Centre
- Visit Marmora and Lake
- Visit Marmora
- Visit Maxville
- Visit Merrickville
- Visit Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park
- Visit Glabar Park
- Visit Little Italy
- Visit Whitehaven - Queensway Terrace North
- Saunders Farm
- Visit Smiths Falls
- Visit South Dundas
- Visit Summerstown
- Visit Wolfe Island
