Best of Ottawa Small Group Tour with Rideau Canal Cruise
Overview
Your experience begins as you meet your guide at 380 Sussex Drive in-front of the Maman Giant Spider Sculpture.
Enjoy a guided walk toward the vibrant ByWard Market, one of Canada’s oldest and most lively public markets. Along the way, take in stunning pass-bys of the Royal Canadian Mint and the breathtaking Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica, while your guide shares stories of Ottawa’s rich history and culture.
Continue on toward Canada's Palirament Hill & Centennial Flame, passing the elegant Fairmont Château Laurier along the way. This iconic flame-shaped fountain commemorating Canadian Confederation is a must-see highlight in the capital.
For your final experience, head to the waterfront where you’ll board a relaxing Rideau Canal cruise. Sit back and enjoy scenic views of downtown Ottawa while learning about this UNESCO World Heritage Site. As you board the boat, your guided walking tour concludes, and you’ll continue your experience on the water at your own pace.
What's Included
- Rideau Canal Cruise (Admission Included)
- See the Centennial Flame and Fairmont Chateau Laurier
- National Gallery of Canada (Admission Included) (Seasonal: Replaces Cruise)
- Pass Points of Interest: The giant spider sculpture, Royal Mint and Notre Dame Basilica
- Narrated Guided Tour of Byward Market
- Gratuities (optional)
Meeting Location
1 Elgin Street
Ottawa, ON K1P 5W1, Canada
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
1 Elgin Street
Ottawa, ON K1P, Canada
Your tour will end at this stop. Your guide will escort you to the boat cruise.
What To Expect
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The Maman Statue
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Royal Canadian Mint (pass by)
Notre Dame Cathedral Basilica (pass by)
ByWard Market
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Parliament Hill and Buildings
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Centennial Flame
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Fairmont Château Laurier (pass by)
Ottawa Boat Cruise : Rideau Canal Cruise Departure
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Best of Ottawa Small Group Tour with Rideau Canal Cruise?
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Activity code: C-6483P97
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Rideau Canal Cruise (Admission Included).
- See the Centennial Flame and Fairmont Chateau Laurier.
- National Gallery of Canada (Admission Included) (Seasonal: Replaces Cruise).
- Pass Points of Interest: The giant spider sculpture, Royal Mint and Notre Dame Basilica.
- Narrated Guided Tour of Byward Market.
- Gratuities (optional).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Best of Ottawa Small Group Tour with Rideau Canal Cruise is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Best of Ottawa Small Group Tour with Rideau Canal Cruise will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Rideau Canal Cruise (Admission Included)
- See the Centennial Flame and Fairmont Chateau Laurier
- National Gallery of Canada (Admission Included) (Seasonal: Replaces Cruise)
- Pass Points of Interest: The giant spider sculpture, Royal Mint and Notre Dame Basilica
- Narrated Guided Tour of Byward Market
- Gratuities (optional)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
