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Ottawa Boat Cruise Paul's Boat Line

4.3 (1,004 reviews) 1 h 30 min
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Ottawa Boat Cruise Paul's Boat Line

About this activity

Our Ottawa River tour offers the finest views along the Ottawa River. This 1 1/2 hour tour is the most thorough tour available on the water. Departures from the Hull Marina in Jacques Cartier Park, and the Ottawa Dock at the foot of the Ottawa Locks. Both tours have live bilingual commentaries.

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At a glance

Duration
1 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 80 people
People per booking
1–30
Audio guide
English, French
Guide
English, French
Written guide
English, French
Operated by
Ottawa Boat Cruise Inc.

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–15 years) · Youth (16–17 years) · Adults (18–59 years) · Seniors (60–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: All Fees and Taxes
  • Included: Bilingual commentaries

Not included

  • Not included: Hotel pick up & drop-off

Itinerary

  1. Paul's Boat Lines

    1 h 30 min Admission included

    The Paula D is ideal for an excursion. You have the opportunity to see the beautiful landscape of Ottawa, and relax and enjoy a nice cold beverage on the large upper deck.

    In addition, on the lower deck, our passengers will find our canteen and our bar (with permission to sell alcohol). The cruise offers a spectacular view of the city and allows you to see the river as it was used long ago: as a highway to transport resources. You will also see the natural beauty of the region that captured the imagination of the first European explorer Samuel de Champlain.

  2. National Gallery of Canada

    Passing by

    See the beautiful site of Canada's Capital including the National Gallery of Canada

  3. Nepean Point

    Passing by

    See the beautiful site of Canada's Capital including this look out with famous statue of Samuel de Champlain

  4. Canadian Museum of History

    Passing by

    See the beautiful site of Canada's Capital region including the Canadian Museum of History

  5. Supreme Court of Canada / Cour Supreme Du Canada

    Passing by

    See the beautiful site of Canada's Capital including the Supreme Court of Canada

  6. Parliament Hill and Buildings

    Passing by

    See the beautiful site of Canada's Capital including Parliament Hill

  7. Royal Canadian Mint

    Passing by

    See the beautiful site of Canada's Capital including the Royal Canadian Mint

  8. Rideau Falls

    Passing by

    See the beautiful site of Canada's Capital including the Rideau Falls

  9. Prime Minister's Official Residence

    Passing by

    See the beautiful site of Canada's Capital including 24 Sussex Drive, the official residence of the Canadian Prime Minister

  10. Rockcliffe Park Pavillion

    Passing by

    See the beautiful site of Canada's Capital including Rockville Park

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • THE HULL MARINA

    Gatineau, Quebec side of the Ottawa River,  located in Jacques Cartier Park, adjacent to the Canadian Museum of History and the Interprovincial bridge.

    Please note that the Hull Marina (Gatineau) is accessible to people with reduced mobility. There is paid parking at this location.

  • THE OTTAWA DOCK - 1 Canal Ln, Ottawa

    Located at the foot of the Ottawa Locks, behind the Chateau Laurier Hotel, passed the Bytown Museum. Please walk along the left side of the Canal Locks. No close parking at this location.

End point

  • THE HULL MARINA

    Gatineau, Quebec side of the Ottawa River,  located in Jacques Cartier Park, adjacent to the Canadian Museum of History and the Interprovincial bridge.

    Please note that the Hull Marina (Gatineau) is accessible to people with reduced mobility. There is paid parking at this location.

  • THE OTTAWA DOCK - 1 Canal Ln, Ottawa

    Located at the foot of the Ottawa Locks, behind the Chateau Laurier Hotel, passed the Bytown Museum. Please walk along the left side of the Canal Locks. No close parking at this location.

Using your ticket

***** The Ottawa side is not wheelchair accessible. ******

Valid from the time you exchange your voucher for the duration selected.

Please arrive 20 minutes before your departure time.

Departing Hull Marina

11:15 am

1:45 pm

5:15 pm

Departing Ottawa Locks

11:00 am

1:30 pm

3:30 pm

5:00 pm

7:00 pm

Departure Locations:

Ottawa - 1 Canal Lane. Pass the ByTown Museum.

** Stay to the left side of the canal locks all the way down to the bottom of the locks to the river.

Hull Marina Side - 160 Laurier, Hull Marina, Gatineau

Still lost? Go to our ticket kiosk at 2 Rideau St (across from the Fairmont Chateau Laurier) for directions.

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

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

  • Please note- there is no rescheduling

  • Only wheelchair accessible on the Hull Marina on Gatineau side

  • Please note - Our tickets our non-refundable.

Options

  • Depart from Hull Marina

    Taxes and fees are included

    Starting point:

    Parc Jacques-Cartier, 160 Rue Laurier, Gatineau, QC K1A 0M8, Canada

  • Depart from Ottawa Dock

    Taxes and fees are included

    Starting point:

    1 Canal Ln, Ottawa, ON K1P 5P6, Canada

Traveller ratings

4.3 out of 5 · 1,004 reviews
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