Best of Ottawa Neighbourhoods & Nature Bike Tour

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A ride through scenic waterfront pathways for the best views! — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Visiting Lansdowne Park — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

This tour is a perfect blend of biking through Ottawa’s beautiful waterfront pathways and green scenery, visiting some of the city’s trendiest and vibrant neighbourhoods and stopping to capture some of the street and public arts. Ebike add-on is available upon request!

Biking beyond Ottawa’s downtown on our super comfortable bikes, you'll truly experience nature in the heart of the city as we take you through Dows’ Lake, the lush green spaces of the Arboretum trees and experimental farm.

Get a sense of local life and culture as our storyteller guides bike with you through quaint streets of Centretown, the Glebe, Little Italy, and Hintonburg neighbourhoods and show you some of the most interesting buildings, street arts and local eateries and shops. This tour is refreshing and fun and will satisfy your curiosity about locals and beyond the touristic scene of Ottawa!

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Escape Bicycle Tours and Rentals

Ages: Children (9–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Power Bar
Included: Bicycle
Included: Helmet
Included: Bicycle use: Use of bicycle

Not included

Not included: Transportation to/from attractions
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Stop 1

5 min Admission not included

Arrive at Escape Bicycle Tours and Rentals at 65 Sparks st. 20 minutes prior to the tour start time.
The Glebe

10 min

A quick stop to check out the trendy Glebe!
Lansdowne Park

5 min

Check out the lively shopping/eating arena with beautiful old and new buildings!
Rideau Canal National Historic Site

Passing by

Enjoy a scenic ride on the historic Rideau Canal!
Central Experimental Farm

Passing by

Visit the vast farmland in the heart of the city!
Fletcher Wildlife Garden

5 min

A quick peak to admire this quaint garden in the heart of the city!
Central Experimental Farm

Passing by

Enjoy a magic ride though scenic bike paths surrounded by trees!
Remic Rapids Park

10 min

Enjoy the spectacular rock sculptures and have a chat with artist!
Canadian War Museum

10 min

a brief stop to see and admire powerful Chaudière Falls and the museum architecture!
Parliament Hill and Buildings

Passing by

Passing by through scenic route to see the best views of the Hill!
Kichi Zibi Mikan

Passing by

Breath the fresh air while riding through this truly gorgeous waterfront pathway!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Arrive at Escape Bicycle Tours and Rentals at 65 Sparks St. 20 minutes before the tour starting 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 before the tour starting 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)

Using your ticket

613-608-7407

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Arrive at Escape Bicycle Tours and Rentals at 65 Sparks St. 20 minutes prior to the tour departure time for bike fitting and tour and safety review.
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)
We are located at 65 Sparks St. which is a pedestrian street between Elgin and Metcalfe. We are a few steps away from the Parliament Hills and the National War Memorial.