Ottawa Premium City Tour with Parliament Hill & Canal Cruise
Overview
Your tour begins with pickup from your Ottawa accommodation in a comfortable, fully guided vehicle as you set out to explore Canada’s capital. Travel through the elegant Rockcliffe Park neighbourhood before stopping at Rideau Hall, the official residence of Canada’s Governor General, followed by a drive-by the home of the Prime Minister. Continue to Parliament Hill for a photo stop at the Centennial Flame, the symbolic heart of Canadian democracy, before passing the Supreme Court of Canada and other key landmarks along Wellington Street.
Next, view the stunning Notre-Dame Basilica and Royal Canadian Mint while your guide shares stories of their historical and cultural significance. Then enjoy a relaxing cruise along the Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site offering scenic views of Ottawa from the water. After the cruise, take in the Fairmont Château Laurier and a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the Canadian Museum of History before being comfortably returned to your hotel.
What's Included
- Complimentary Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off in Downtown Ottawa
- Rideau Canal Cruise (Admission Included) (Seasonal: April-October)
- National Gallery of Canada Admission (October-April)
- Small Group Driving Tour (Max 9 Guests)
- Stop at Parliament Hill for self-guided walking tour of the grounds
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Departure Point: Centrally located Ottawa hotels *Contact for meeting location if you are not staying in the downtown area *Order of activities may occur in a different order
240 McLeod Street
Ottawa, ON K2P 2R1, Canada
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Ottawa (pass by)
Rockcliffe Park Pavillion
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Rideau Hall
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Prime Minister's Official Residence (pass by)
Parliament Hill and Buildings
20 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Supreme Court of Canada / Cour Supreme Du Canada (pass by)
Notre-Dame Basilica (pass by)
Fairmont Château Laurier
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
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
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Ottawa River cruise is a seasonal attraction, when the cruise is not operating it will be replaced with the National Gallery of Canada.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Ottawa Premium City Tour with Parliament Hill & Canal Cruise?
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Activity code: C-6483P12
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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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).
- Complimentary Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off in Downtown Ottawa.
- Rideau Canal Cruise (Admission Included) (Seasonal: April-October).
- National Gallery of Canada Admission (October-April).
- Small Group Driving Tour (Max 9 Guests).
- Stop at Parliament Hill for self-guided walking tour of the grounds.
- Gratuities.
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 Ottawa Premium City Tour with Parliament Hill & 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 Ottawa Premium City Tour with Parliament Hill & 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
- Complimentary Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off in Downtown Ottawa
- Rideau Canal Cruise (Admission Included) (Seasonal: April-October)
- National Gallery of Canada Admission (October-April)
- Small Group Driving Tour (Max 9 Guests)
- Stop at Parliament Hill for self-guided walking tour of the grounds
- Gratuities
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
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Ottawa River cruise is a seasonal attraction, when the cruise is not operating it will be replaced with the National Gallery of Canada.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
