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
1,101 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful
Amanda S,
Sep 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00Saw a completely different side to Ottawa, beautiful, peaceful canal. Brillant commentary and comfortable journey
Relaxing cruise
Eileen A,
Sep 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00A nice way to spend an hour and a half. Tour guide very personable and helpful. Washroom and snacks available on board.
Great guide and nice ride, but a little pricey for what it was
Janina d,
Sep 27, 2025
- Viator
4.00It was a very nice trip and the guide Wendy was excellent, but I think it was a little expensive for what it was. Nevertheless, definitely a nice way to spend 90 mins and I appreciated the electric boat which was nice and quiet. I went back and walked part of the route along the canal the next day which was fun and I had new appreciation for the canal and bridges - never would have done that if I had not done the canal boat trip first.
Super.
Gilles R,
Sep 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00With an electric boat, it felt like it was sliding gently over the water. Our guide, Wendy, greatly increased the pleasure of navigating this legendary canal by describing the two shores as the landscape passed before our eyes. Recommended without restriction. Gilles Boucherville Quebec
Good for something to do
Adam S,
Sep 22, 2025
- Viator
4.00It was good enough. Tour guide was great but there wasn’t a lot to see. Just a cool ride on the canal
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