West End
Travel Guide
Visit West End
Where to stay in West End
Westboro
While Westboro may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kōena Spa and Canadian War Museum.
Bells Corners
Notable for its shopping, restaurants and river views, Bells Corners is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Ottawa. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Bayshore Shopping Centre or Andrew Haydon Park.
Wellington Village
While you're in Wellington Village, take in top sights like Great Canadian Theatre Company and jump on the metro at Tunney's Pasture Station to see more of the city.
Whitehaven - Queensway Terrace North
While Whitehaven - Queensway Terrace North isn't home to many top sights, Funhaven Entertainment Centre and Bayshore Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Carlingwood - McKellar Park - Laurentien View
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Carlingwood - McKellar Park - Laurentien View and surrounding area, you can visit Kōena Spa and Bayshore Shopping Centre.
Carlingwood West - Glabar Park - McKellar Heights
While Carlingwood West - Glabar Park - McKellar Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Funhaven Entertainment Centre and Centrepointe Theatre.
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Popular places to visit
Maplelawn Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Maplelawn Garden, a lovely green space in Ottawa. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this walkable 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
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 War Museum
The country’s museum of military history features collections of weapons and vehicles that cover hundreds of years of conflict.
Things to do
Ottawa City Tour by Land and Water
Ottawa Downtown Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
