Overview
Your Tripshepherd Guide will greet you at your downtown Ottawa accommodations and begin your tour in the comfort of one of our complimentary vehicles.
To begin your tour you will take a driving tour through Rockcliffe Park. Get the exclusive opportunity to check out some sights most tourists won’t get to see.
Your next stop will be to board a relaxing Rideau Canal Cruise for a relaxing view of the city from the Ottawa River passing over 50 points of interest including the magnificent Rideau Falls.
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 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 on a self-guided walking tour of the grounds.
At the end of your tour, your guide will take you back to your Downtown Ottawa hotel.
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What's included
In-vehicle air conditioning
Transport in one of our complimentary vehicles
Gratuities
Food & Drink
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
• 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
What to expect
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Ottawa
2 hours
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.
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Rockcliffe Park Pavillion
2 hours
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.
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Notre-Dame Basilica
2 hours
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.
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Supreme Court of Canada / Cour Supreme Du Canada
2 hours
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.
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Parliament Hill and Buildings
1 hour
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.
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Rideau Canal National Historic Site
1 hour
Departing from the docks at Jacques Cartier Park, this relaxing river cruise will have you leisurely floating down the Ottawa River. During your enjoyable river cruise, you will be able to view over 55 different sites along the river which include everything from Chateau Laurier Hotel and Rideau Falls to the Parliament Buildings, Supreme Court of Canada, and the Prime Minister's House.
(Cruise availabilty is seasonal. During the winter months - the river cruise will be replaced by a visit to the Canadian Museum of History)
*Note - this tour does not include lunch, though snacks are available for purchase on board the boat
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Toronto).
Additional Information
- Ottawa River cruise is a seasonal attraction, when the cruise is not operating it will be replaced with a Canadian War Museum of History tour
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Best of Ottawa Small Group Tour with River Cruise
Can I cancel Best of Ottawa Small Group Tour with River Cruise for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 4 hours–4 hours 30 min.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Transport in one of our complimentary vehicles
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Food & Drink
Which places does it visit?
It visits Rockcliffe Park Pavillion, Notre-Dame Basilica, Supreme Court of Canada / Cour Supreme Du Canada, Parliament Hill and Buildings, Rideau Canal National Historic Site.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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