Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise

4.3
(1,125 reviews)

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

The most unique way to discover Ottawa is on board the world's-largest, certified, 100%-electric, passenger vessel. You will sail for 90 minutes on the iconic Rideau Canal and have a novel view of downtown Ottawa! The National Arts Centre, Lansdowne Park, Dow’s Lake, and many more scenic views await you! You will discover more with the live bilingual commentary and the free audio guide application. Come to 2 Rideau Street for your tickets, just across the street from Parliament Hill. The schedule is mid-May to mid-October, 6 departures per day, 7 days a week.

What's Included

All Fees and Taxes
Guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Departures are on the National Art Center side of the canal We are located behind the National Art Center (1 Elgin Street). Right beside the 1 Elgin St Cafe. Directions: Below the Plaza Bridge (Rideau Street Bridge)

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    The cruises will let you discover the wonderful Rideau Canal, from Dow's Lake to the Ottawa River. Be surprised by the richness and the historical landmarks that will be offered on the cruise!  During your cruise you will discover the heritage of the city of Ottawa in a very different way! From the Chateau Laurier to Dow's Lake, you will have the chance to learn about thirty different sites that have marked the history of the city. In addition, several miscellaneous fun and often surprising facts will be presented! You will also have the chance to learn about the following historical sites: University of Ottawa campus, German Embassy, Armenian Embassy, Trans-Canada Highway, Pretoria Bridge, Canadian Museum of Nature, St. Patrick Statue, Canal Ritz, Lansdowne Park, TD Place Stadium, TD Place Arena, Bank Street Bridge, Dow’s Lake, Commissioners Park, Dominion Arboretum, and many more.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • (Pass by)

    See the sites of Canada's Capital city from it's unique canal including the Canadian Museum of Nature

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    See the sites of Ottawa!

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Travel down the Rideau Canal in Canada's Capital

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Travel down the unique Rideau canal and see the sites of Ottawa including Lansdowne Park

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    See the sites from the unique Rideau Canal including Dow's Lake

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    See the City Hall of Ottawa

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    See the Shaw Centre from the Rideau Canal

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    See the world famous Ottawa Locks from the boat

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    See the campus of the University of Ottawa from the Rideau Canal

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    See the sites of Ottawa

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please note- there is no rescheduling
Supplied by Ottawa Boat Cruise Inc.

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