Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
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.
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
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
What To Expect
Rideau Canal Cruises
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.
Canadian Museum Of Nature
See the sites of Canada's Capital city from it's unique canal including the Canadian Museum of Nature
Options
Rideau Canal Cruise
Taxes and fees are included
Reviews
1,126 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
We had a wonderful time...
Michele R,
Oct 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a wonderful time on the river cruise. Lily, our guide, did a great job. She was informative and personable. It was a picture perfect day!
Restful
mccandlesm,
Oct 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great way to get background info on Ottawa, on the canal that brought it into existence. Restful as well.
Great experience
Brandi M,
Oct 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Wonderful tour. Would recommend. Guide was knowledgeable and friendly. The tour was on time both leaving and arriving back. The location wasn't too bad to find despite others' feedback - we arrived early to make sure. The tour does let you off across the canal from where you board - but you just have to walk across the bridge to get back to where you started. We did sunset tour and it was lovely. Neat facts and a great explanation of canal and surrounding buildings. Our party of 5 all really enjoyed it.
The narrator was...
Joseph S,
Oct 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00The narrator was informative, knowledgeable and enthusiastic. We had beautiful weather. Boat was quiet so we could have great conversations.
Meeting location is difficult to find
Allison G,
Oct 1, 2025
- Viator
2.00The location is very difficult to find so leave yourself plenty of time to find it. I can’t rate the tour because I missed the boat. I messaged Viator during the time when I was trying to find the spot and didn’t ever get a response.
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Operated by Ottawa Boat Cruise Inc.