Carleton University, Ottawa

Name: Carleton University
Address: 1125 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, Canada
Telephone: +1 613-520-2735

#323 among attractions in Ottawa

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Facts and practical information

Carleton University is an English-language public research university in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Founded in 1942 as Carleton College, the institution originally operated as a private, non-denominational evening college to serve returning World War II veterans. Carleton was chartered as a university by the provincial government in 1952 through The Carleton University Act, which was then amended in 1957, giving the institution its current name. The university is named for the now-dissolved Carleton County, which included the city of Ottawa at the time the university was founded. Carleton County, in turn, was named in honour of Guy Carleton, 1st Baron Dorchester, who was Governor General of The Canadas from 1786 to 1796. The university moved to its current campus in 1959, growing rapidly in size during the 1960s as the Ontario government increased support for post-secondary institutions and expanded access to higher education. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1942 (82 years ago)Coordinates: 45°23'8"N, 75°41'47"W

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1125 Colonel By DriveOttawa Canada

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+1 613-520-2735

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Day trips

Carleton University – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Hog's Back Falls, Dow's Lake, Billings Bridge Plaza, TD Place Stadium.

1 miS
Natural attraction, Waterfall, Park
Hog's Back Falls, Ottawa
26 min walk • Nestled within the vibrant city of Ottawa, Hog's Back Falls, also known as the Prince of Wales Falls, presents a natural oasis that contrasts the urban landscape. This majestic waterfall is part of the Rideau River, which flows through the heart of Canada's capital.
0.7 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Dow's Lake, Ottawa
18 min walk • Dow's Lake, a serene oasis nestled within the bustling city of Ottawa, Canada, is a cherished urban getaway that offers an array of recreational activities throughout the year. This man-made lake, situated along the Rideau Canal, is a hub for both locals and tourists...
0.9 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Billings Bridge Plaza, Ottawa
23 min walk • Billings Bridge Plaza stands as a testament to the convenience and community-focused shopping in the heart of Ottawa, Canada. This shopping center, nestled just south of the city's downtown core along the Rideau River, provides a blend of retail, services, and dining...
1 miNE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
TD Place Stadium, Ottawa
26 min walk • TD Place Stadium, nestled in the bustling heart of Ottawa, Canada, stands as a testament to the city's deep-rooted love for sports and entertainment. This premier sports venue is a pivotal part of Lansdowne Park, a historic site that has been revitalized to serve as a...
0.6 miNW
Park, Botanical garden, Farm
Dominion Arboretum, Ottawa
15 min walk • Nestled within the heart of Canada's capital, the Dominion Arboretum offers a serene escape from the urban hustle of Ottawa. Spanning over 26 hectares of rolling land, this lush park is a verdant tapestry of over 2,000 varieties of trees and shrubs.
0.9 miN
Memorial, Park
Commissioners Park, Ottawa
22 min walk • Commissioners Park in Ottawa, Canada, is a serene oasis of natural beauty and a living memorial that blooms each spring with the vibrant colors of thousands of tulips. This picturesque park, located along the Rideau Canal, is a centerpiece for the annual Canadian Tulip...
0.9 miNE
Bridge
Bank Street Bridge, Ottawa
25 min walk • The Bank Street Bridge, officially known as the Bank Street Canal Bridge, is a bridge in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, that carries Bank Street over the Rideau Canal. It links the Glebe to Old Ottawa South. It also passes over the Queen Elizabeth Driveway and Colonel By Drive.
~220 ftN
Universities and schools
Carleton University Art Gallery, Ottawa
2 min walk • The Carleton Place Canadians are a junior ice hockey team based in Carleton Place, Ontario Canada. The Canadians are members of the Central Canada Hockey League and Canadian Junior Hockey League, and as such are eligible for the Eastern Canadian Fred Page Cup championship and Royal Bank Cup National championship.
0.9 miNE
Nightlife, Cinema, Theater
Mayfair Theatre, Ottawa
23 min walk • The Mayfair Theatre is a cinema located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. It is Ottawa's oldest active movie theatre, operating since 1932. It operates as an independent repertory cinema. The theatre's programming includes independent, second-run and classic films.
0.6 miW
Botanical garden, Park, Garden
Ornamental Gardens, Ottawa
15 min walk • The Ornamental Gardens are located at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada's Central Experimental Farm in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Once used as a test facility for the development of winter hardy roses, weigela and peonies, it now acts as the steward to several large collections of ornamentals.
0.6 miW
Museum, Specialty museum, Science museum
Canada Agriculture Museum, Ottawa
17 min walk • The Canada Agriculture and Food Museum is a national agricultural museum in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Occupying several buildings within the Central Experimental Farm, the museum operates as a "working farm," and provides public programs and exhibitions on agriculture sciences, and on the history of agriculture in Canada.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Carleton University?

Nearby attractions include Carleton University Art Gallery, Ottawa (2 min walk), Carleton School of Journalism, Ottawa (7 min walk), Brewer Park, Ottawa (10 min walk), George Dunbar Bridge, Ottawa (11 min walk).

How to get to Carleton University by public transport?

The nearest stations to Carleton University:

Bus

Carleton U • Lines: 10, 111, 2, 7 (1 min walk)
University / Gymnasium • Lines: 10, 2, 7 (2 min walk)