Ottawa 2-Hour Express City Bike Tour Including Rideau Canal, National War Memorial and ByWard Market
by Escape Bicycle Tours and Rentals
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.C$158Overview
The Ottawa 2-Hour Express City Bike Tour begins with a 20-minute arrival period for bike fitting and safety instructions at a central location on Sparks Street, near Parliament Hill and the National War Memorial. The tour includes a local guide, bicycle, and helmet, with an option to upgrade to an electric bike upon request. The ride follows scenic and safe waterfront bike paths and quieter neighborhood roads suitable for casual cyclists and families. The first stop is the National War Memorial, where the guide explains its significance. Next, the group cycles to the Rideau Canal National Historic Site, spending about fifteen minutes exploring the canal area. The tour continues through the ByWard Market neighborhood, cycling and stopping for approximately ten minutes to observe the area's character. Riders then visit Rideau Hall, the residence of the Governor General of Canada, for about fifteen minutes to see the gardens and learn about the Canadian political system. The route passes through the historic New Edinburgh neighborhood with a five-minute stop at Rideau Falls to enjoy the view. The group then stops for five minutes at the National Gallery of Canada to see the building and the Spider Sculpture outside. During the ride, there are designated lookouts offering views of Parliament Hill and its buildings. The tour concludes with a ten-minute stop at the Ottawa Locks, where participants can watch boats passing through the lock system. Transportation to and from the meeting point and gratuities are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Guests should arrive 20 minutes before the tour start time for bike fitting and a safety briefing.
5 min
Rideau Canal National Historic Site
Visit the historic Rideau Canal and learn about its significance to Ottawa.
15 min
Bytown Museum
See Ottawa’s oldest stone building and learn about its historical importance.
National War Memorial
The tour begins with a stop at the National War Memorial to understand its role and symbolism.
5 min
ByWard Market
Cycle through the backroads of ByWard Market to experience the mix of historic and modern Ottawa neighborhoods.
10 min
Rideau Hall
Visit the residence of the Governor General, learn about Canada’s political system, and walk through the gardens.
15 min
Rideau Falls
Ride through the New Edinburg neighborhood and pause at Rideau Falls to enjoy the view and fresh air.
5 min
National Gallery of Canada
Stop briefly to learn about the gallery’s collection and photograph the Spider Sculpture outside.
5 min
Parliament Hill and Buildings
View Parliament Hill from several lookouts, hear about its history, and take photos.
Ottawa Locks
Observe the original operation of the locks as boats pass through this historic site.
10 min
Meeting point
Arrive at Escape Bicycle Tours and Rentals at 65 Sparks st. 20 minutes prior to the tour start time. Where to park: We recommend finding a private parking lot nearby or using the following underground parking lots: National Arts Centre (1 Elgin St.) City Hall (110 Laurier Ave W)
End point
Arrive at Escape Bicycle Tours and Rentals at 65 Sparks st. 20 minutes prior to the tour start time. Where to park: We recommend finding a private parking lot nearby or using the following underground parking lots: National Arts Centre (1 Elgin St.) City Hall (110 Laurier Ave W)
Languages
Cancellation policy
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Additional info
Ottawa 2-Hour Express City Bike Tour Including Rideau Canal, National War Memorial and ByWard Market
by Escape Bicycle Tours and Rentals
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.C$158Overview
The Ottawa 2-Hour Express City Bike Tour begins with a 20-minute arrival period for bike fitting and safety instructions at a central location on Sparks Street, near Parliament Hill and the National War Memorial. The tour includes a local guide, bicycle, and helmet, with an option to upgrade to an electric bike upon request. The ride follows scenic and safe waterfront bike paths and quieter neighborhood roads suitable for casual cyclists and families. The first stop is the National War Memorial, where the guide explains its significance. Next, the group cycles to the Rideau Canal National Historic Site, spending about fifteen minutes exploring the canal area. The tour continues through the ByWard Market neighborhood, cycling and stopping for approximately ten minutes to observe the area's character. Riders then visit Rideau Hall, the residence of the Governor General of Canada, for about fifteen minutes to see the gardens and learn about the Canadian political system. The route passes through the historic New Edinburgh neighborhood with a five-minute stop at Rideau Falls to enjoy the view. The group then stops for five minutes at the National Gallery of Canada to see the building and the Spider Sculpture outside. During the ride, there are designated lookouts offering views of Parliament Hill and its buildings. The tour concludes with a ten-minute stop at the Ottawa Locks, where participants can watch boats passing through the lock system. Transportation to and from the meeting point and gratuities are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Guests should arrive 20 minutes before the tour start time for bike fitting and a safety briefing.
5 min
Rideau Canal National Historic Site
Visit the historic Rideau Canal and learn about its significance to Ottawa.
15 min
Bytown Museum
See Ottawa’s oldest stone building and learn about its historical importance.
National War Memorial
The tour begins with a stop at the National War Memorial to understand its role and symbolism.
5 min
ByWard Market
Cycle through the backroads of ByWard Market to experience the mix of historic and modern Ottawa neighborhoods.
10 min
Rideau Hall
Visit the residence of the Governor General, learn about Canada’s political system, and walk through the gardens.
15 min
Rideau Falls
Ride through the New Edinburg neighborhood and pause at Rideau Falls to enjoy the view and fresh air.
5 min
National Gallery of Canada
Stop briefly to learn about the gallery’s collection and photograph the Spider Sculpture outside.
5 min
Parliament Hill and Buildings
View Parliament Hill from several lookouts, hear about its history, and take photos.
Ottawa Locks
Observe the original operation of the locks as boats pass through this historic site.
10 min
Meeting point
Arrive at Escape Bicycle Tours and Rentals at 65 Sparks st. 20 minutes prior to the tour start time. Where to park: We recommend finding a private parking lot nearby or using the following underground parking lots: National Arts Centre (1 Elgin St.) City Hall (110 Laurier Ave W)
End point
Arrive at Escape Bicycle Tours and Rentals at 65 Sparks st. 20 minutes prior to the tour start time. Where to park: We recommend finding a private parking lot nearby or using the following underground parking lots: National Arts Centre (1 Elgin St.) City Hall (110 Laurier Ave W)
Languages
Cancellation policy
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.