Ottawa River Cruise

Get ready to be mesmerized by the enchanting scenery as you are sailing along the sparkling waters of the Ottawa River. Feel the cool breeze on your face as you are sipping a refreshing beverage, relaxing on the spacious upper deck, and gazing at the magnificent views of downtown Ottawa.

This scenic river tour will take you on a breathtaking 1-hour adventure from the Canal Locks to the Portage Bridge and back. You will take in over 50 focal points including:

• National Gallery of Canada
• Canadian Museum of History
• Supreme Court of Canada
• Parliament Buildings
• Chateau Laurier Hotel
• Royal Canadian Mint
• Macdonald Cartier Bridge
• Rideau Falls
• 24 Sussex Drive
• Rockcliffe Park

• From Ottawa River Locks Station: 70 to 90 minutes
• From Hull Marina (Quebec): 60 minutes
• Total duration time from Ottawa may vary as some departures include an additional pick up and drop off in Hull (Gatineau), Quebec

• Available May – October with tours daily.
  * Subject to availability.

Where:

• Ottawa side: Walk left of the locks along 1 Canal Lane, past the Bytown Museum to get to the river.  VIEW MAP
• Gatineau side: Head to the Hull Marina at 160 Laurier Avenue in Gatineau. VIEW MAP

• Children must be accompanied by an adult.
• Only wheelchair accessible on the Hull Marina on Gatineau side.
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 80 travellers.
• To ensure timely departures, please arrive at least 30 minutes for Ottawa and 15 minutes for Hull prior to the schedule departure time.
• Boats are equipped with washrooms.
• A fully licensed bar and snack menu are available for purchase during the cruise.
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

How To Book Your Experience