Ottawa Small Group Walking Tour with Rideau Canal Cruise

3.6
(20 reviews)

3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Your tour will begin with your local friendly guide meeting you at the Giant Spider sculpture named "Maman" in front of the National Gallery. You will be in awe of this stunning piece of art.

From there you will begin making your way to ByWard Market, passing by the stunning Royal Mint and Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica. The Market also features several historic landmarks and cultural institutions, providing you a glimpse into the city's rich heritage and contemporary culture.

You will continue walking toward The Centennial Flame, passing by the beautiful Fairmont Chateau Laurier along the way. The Centennial Flame is a flame-shaped fountain commemorating the 100th anniversary of Canadian Confederation.

For your last stop, you will board a relaxing Rideau Canal Cruise to enjoy famous views of the downtown city centre and discover the wonderful Rideau Canal. As you board the boat, your tour will come to a close and you and your guide will part ways.

What's Included

Rideau Canal Cruise (Admission Included)
See the Centennial Flame and Fairmont Chateau Laurier
Pass Points of Interest: The giant spider sculpture, Royal Mint and Notre Dame Basilica
Cruise on the Rideau Canal (seasonal)
Narrated Guided Tour of Byward Market
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of the Maman Giant Spider sculpture at the National Gallery of Canada. Your guide will be wearing a white polo shirt with our company logo on it. Please arrive 10 mins prior to the start of the tour to ensure the tour starts on time.

End point

Your tour will end at this stop. Your guide will escort you to the boat to ensure you board. This is where you part ways with your guide and enjoy your River Cruise.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    Your tour will begin with your local friendly guide meeting you at the Giant Spider sculpture named "Maman" in front of the National Gallery. You will be in awe of this stunning piece of art created by artist Louise Bourgeois, depicting a spider with a sac containing marble eggs.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1

    After you meet your guide in front of the National Gallery of Canada you will make way to ByWard Market, passing by the stunning Royal Mint and Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    After visiting Byward Market you will head to the Centennial Flame, passing by the beautiful Fairmont Chateau Laurier along the way.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    You will continue walking to your final stop you will board a relaxing River Cruise to enjoy famous views of the downtown city centre and discover the wonderful Ottawa River. The guide will escort you to your boat to make sure you board. This is where you and your guide will depart ways.

    2 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Half-day Tours
Walking Tours
Water Tours
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Small Group
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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