Kanata Travel Guide
Ottawa
Popular places to visit
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.
Parliament Hill
Parliament Hill is just one of the places to see in Ottawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this walkable area.
Casino du Lac Leamy
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino du Lac Leamy during your visit to Gatineau? Experience the fascinating museums and lively festivals in this walkable area.
Byward Market Square
During your trip to Ottawa, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Byward Market Square. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
University of Ottawa
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Ottawa during your visit to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
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.
Top hotels in Kanata
Brookstreet
Always a great stay.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn Ottawa West Kanata
Breakfast was a little disappointing. Not much to pick from and eggs not good. Parking was easy.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Ottawa Kanata
I enjoyed.thanks you for the stay
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Ottawa Kanata by IHG
The staff are very friendly and helpful. The hotel is well situated for lots of shopping entertainment and dining experiences. The hotel has a great restaurant. The menu is excellent and very accommodating for food allergies. Excellent service. Our room was clean and spacious. Overall our experience ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kanata Ottawa West
Really nice hotel. Stayed for 2 nights April 14 and 15. Nice and close to the Canadian Tire Centre which is why I picked it. I checked in online so when I got there everything was nice and easy. They have an optional add on of a bottle of champagne. I thought that would be a nice treat so I purchased ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ottawa Kanata
Breakfast was great! Lots of choices. Lots of parking available.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
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
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 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 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.
Lebreton Flats
When in Lebreton Flats and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Canadian War Museum or Canadian Museum of History and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Pimisi Station or Bayview Station.
