Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise
Description
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.
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Itinerary
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.
See the sites of Canada's Capital city from it's unique canal including the Canadian Museum of Nature
See the sites of Ottawa!
Travel down the Rideau Canal in Canada's Capital
Travel down the unique Rideau canal and see the sites of Ottawa including Lansdowne Park
See the sites from the unique Rideau Canal including Dow's Lake
See the City Hall of Ottawa
See the Shaw Centre from the Rideau Canal
See the world famous Ottawa Locks from the boat
See the campus of the University of Ottawa from the Rideau Canal
See the sites of Ottawa
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What's included
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Important Information
- 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
Reviews(1,176)
IF you get to the departure site earlier than 20 minutes before the cruise, you will not find anyone or any sign to direct you to the proper departure point.
The signage directions from the rodway/sidewalk was was extremely poor ,I would say non existent to get down to the canal side meeting area. We were definitely not the only one who had difficulty find where to go
As advertised - on time departure and return, we'll informed guide, and easy to book. Well worth the price and a must do when visiting Ottawa.
It was an excellent cruise!!!!! Loved seeing all the different places and learning the history behind them. Rideau Canal, Dow's Lake, etc. The tour guides were extremely friendly and answered any questions we had. Highly highly reccommend!!!
Very relaxing and informative! Our guide, Cam, was very knowledgeable and answered all of my questions. If you arrive at the meeting point a little early, there is a restaurant with a lovely patio where you can grab a drink or a snack and watch the ducks and geese.
I highly recommend this trip as a fun and eco friendly way to see the city. Shout out to Kam our tour guide!
History of the construction of the canal and culture at iconic sites throughout the course
This was a wonderful way to enjoy the Rideau Canal. We enjoyed a beautiful cocktail and a funny and knowledgable tour guide who was only 15 years old but incredibly talented at his job. Will be a wonderful memory for years to come, highly recommend.
Guided History was sparse. Maybe because it had to be announced in 2 languages so time was cramped. Please stop asking for a tip it was embarrassing esp standing there with a tip boz! The cost for cruise should cover the cost and if we want to tip leave a jar at the bar!
The tour was absolutely lovely. Our guide was well informed and interesting to listen to. We did struggle getting to the correct dock, but part of that was construction, and the fact there was an identical boat on the other side of the river. It was a wonderful activity for our day in Ottawa.
