Ottawa Premium City Tour with Parliament Hill & Canal Cruise

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 6 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: See Sight Tours

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Complimentary Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off in Downtown Ottawa
Included: Stop at Parliament Hill for self-guided walking tour of the grounds
Included: Rideau Canal Cruise (Admission Included) (Seasonal: April-October)
Included: National Gallery of Canada Admission (October-April)
Included: Small Group Driving Tour (Max 9 Guests)

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Ottawa

Passing by

Your Ottawa sightseeing tour begins with pick up from your hotel before heading out on a narrated drive past some must-see sights! You’ll pass the Parliament Buildings and make stops outside the Supreme Court and Canadian Museum of History for photos with a view.
Rockcliffe Park Pavillion

30 min

We’ll take you on a driving tour through Rockcliffe Park. Large tour buses aren’t allowed to go here, but since we’re in a smaller, passenger van you’ll have the chance to check out some sights that most tourists won’t get to see, such as: the official residence of the US Ambassador to Canada, the Governor General’s Residence (Rideau Hall), and the Prime Minister’s Residence. We’ll also stop at the Rockcliffe lookout point where you take some amazing pictures while looking out on Ottawa River.
Rideau Hall

10 min

Visit the official residence of Canada’s Governor General, set on beautifully landscaped grounds that reflect the country’s ceremonial traditions. Your guide will explain its role in Canadian governance and highlight its historic architecture and royal connections.
Prime Minister's Official Residence

Passing by

Pass by the official residence of the Prime Minister of Canada while your guide provides insight into its political significance and history. Though not open to the public, it remains one of the most recognized addresses in the country.
Parliament Hill and Buildings

20 min Admission included

To complete your tour your guide will take you to Parliament Hill - home of the Parliament of Canada. Here you will get the opportunity to learn about the rich nation's history and admire the beautiful Gothic revival-style buildings and their architectural elements of national symbolic importance on a self-guided walking tour of the grounds.
Supreme Court of Canada / Cour Supreme Du Canada

Passing by

Next, you will enjoy a narrated drive passing iconic attractions such as the Parliament Buildings and make stops outside the Supreme Court and Canadian Museum of History to capture beautiful images of the scenery.
Notre-Dame Basilica

Passing by

After your tour of Rockcliffe Park, you'll visit to the Ottawa’s Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica. You will marvel at the elegant gothic-style interiors in Ottawa’s largest and oldest standing church.
Stop 8

10 min

Admire the Fairmont Château Laurier, a castle-like landmark overlooking downtown Ottawa and the Rideau Canal. Then take in panoramic views of Parliament Hill from across the river near the Canadian Museum of History, one of the city’s most photographed vantage points.
Stop 9

one hour Admission included

Board a relaxing cruise along the historic Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that winds through the heart of Ottawa. Enjoy peaceful waterfront views and unique perspectives of the city’s landmarks from the water.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

If your hotel is outside of the pick-up zone, please meet your guide at the Canadian Museum of Nature. They will be wearing a white company branded polo.

End point

If your hotel is outside of the pick-up zone, please meet your guide at the Canadian Museum of Nature. They will be wearing a white company branded polo.

Pickup points

Novatel Ottawa
DoubleTree by Hilton Ottawa Downtown
Le Germain Hotel Ottawa
Alt Hotel Ottawa
Arc The.hotel Ottawa
Carmichael Inn And Spa
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Downtown
Sheraton Ottawa Hotel
Lord Elgin
Delta Hotels Ottawa City Centre
Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Downtown
The Business Inn & Suites

and 14 more pickup points

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

Using your ticket

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
The duration of tours are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
The boat cruise is seasonal (approx. May - October) and weather dependent.
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

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

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.