1.5-Hour Rideau Canal Cruise with Live Commentary in Ottawa
Your adventure begins when you board your fully-electric passenger boat and set sail along the Rideau Canal. Admire the sights of Dow's Lake and the Château Laurier as you cruise by. Discover amazing facts and untold tales as your guide takes you through centuries of vivid Canadian history. Then, learn the tales of thirty historical locations that have influenced this city, such as the German and Armenian embassies, the University of Ottawa campus, and more. This voyage promises to be both a fascinating journey and a lot of fun. Take in the final view of the Canadian Museum of Nature.
Highlights
- ✓Cruise along the UNESCO–listed Rideau Canal with your guide
- ✓Uninterrupted views over canal-side sites of interest including Château Laurier and Dow’s Lake
- ✓Gain insight into Ottawa’s rich history and heritage
- ✓The world's-largest, certified, 100%-electric, passenger vessel.
What you'll see & do
- ✓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
What's included
- ✓All Fees and Taxes
- ✓Guide
What's not included
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
Good to know
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
This experience is non-refundable — once booked, it can’t be changed or refunded.
1.5-Hour Rideau Canal Cruise with Live Commentary in Ottawa
Your adventure begins when you board your fully-electric passenger boat and set sail along the Rideau Canal. Admire the sights of Dow's Lake and the Château Laurier as you cruise by. Discover amazing facts and untold tales as your guide takes you through centuries of vivid Canadian history. Then, learn the tales of thirty historical locations that have influenced this city, such as the German and Armenian embassies, the University of Ottawa campus, and more. This voyage promises to be both a fascinating journey and a lot of fun. Take in the final view of the Canadian Museum of Nature.
Highlights
- ✓Cruise along the UNESCO–listed Rideau Canal with your guide
- ✓Uninterrupted views over canal-side sites of interest including Château Laurier and Dow’s Lake
- ✓Gain insight into Ottawa’s rich history and heritage
- ✓The world's-largest, certified, 100%-electric, passenger vessel.
What you'll see & do
- ✓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
What's included
- ✓All Fees and Taxes
- ✓Guide
What's not included
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
Good to know
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
This experience is non-refundable — once booked, it can’t be changed or refunded.