Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise

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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   Rideau Canal Cruises

   1.5 hours

   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.

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   Canadian Museum Of Nature

   Pass by

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

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   National Arts Centre

   Pass by

   See the sites of Ottawa!

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   Rideau Canal National Historic Site

   1.5 hours

   Travel down the Rideau Canal in Canada's Capital

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   Lansdowne Park

   Pass by

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

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   Dows Lake Pavilion

   Pass by

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

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   Ottawa City hall

   Pass by

   See the City Hall of Ottawa

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   Rogers Centre Ottawa

   Pass by

   See the Shaw Centre from the Rideau Canal

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   Ottawa Locks

   Pass by

   See the world famous Ottawa Locks from the boat

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    University of Ottawa

    Pass by

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

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    TD Place

    Pass by

    See the sites of Ottawa

• 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

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.