Barrhaven 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
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.
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.
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 Barrhaven
Hampton Inn & Suites Ottawa West
Room was clean and staff were very helpful. We ended up having car issues and they gave us a late check out. Close to Costco, restaurants and shopping.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
The Business Inn
The brekfast is fresh and good, the location is great,convinent to acess.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Wyndham Gatineau-Ottawa & Conference Centre
My last visit was so lovely - the staff, the room, everything. This time, the check-in was great, but everything went downhill after that. There was a loud random knocking from some fan that came and went all night and kept me from sleeping. Not a background AC/Heat vent but knocking. Then, waking ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Cartier Place Suite Hotel
Excellent location great place to stay, Also you can save and make it yourself with a full kitchen.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Ottawa Embassy Hotel
The hotel was clean and the staff was very friendly. It was VERY hot in the room and the place overall needed a bit of maintenance but I would definitely stay again. Great price and a fantastic location.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Fantastic location. Amazing property. Hallways are long and elevators are centralized, so if you plan to go in and out a lot and are on a schedule you might want to ask for a room assignment near the elevator (or just a lower floor).
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barrhaven
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.
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.
South End
Consider a visit to South Keys Shopping Centre and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in South End. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Greenboro Station or Confederation Station.
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.
Alta Vista
If you're spending some time in Alta Vista, Midway Family Fun Park and Billings Estate National Historic Site are top sights worth seeing.
