2-Hour Ottawa Express City Bike Tour
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Overview
Join our small-group, fun and leisurely bike tour that shows you the best of Ottawa in less time. Pedal your way around with our super comfortable bikes on scenic and safe waterfront bicycle pathways and on backroads of quaint neighbourhoods. Ebike add on is available upon request!
We will stop about 6-7 times to see some of the city’s stunning look outs, hidden gems and must-see landmarks and attractions including Rideau Canal, Rideau Hall, the National War Memorial and Byward market while our fun and friendly local guides will tell you stories at each stop about history, local culture and life in Ottawa!
You will be amazed by how much you will see and learn and how many pictures you snap in just 2 hours. Suitable for all ages, this biking experience is ideal for easy-going bicyclists and families who want to see more of Ottawa in less time and also get lots of local tips about what to do and see in Ottawa!
We will stop about 6-7 times to see some of the city’s stunning look outs, hidden gems and must-see landmarks and attractions including Rideau Canal, Rideau Hall, the National War Memorial and Byward market while our fun and friendly local guides will tell you stories at each stop about history, local culture and life in Ottawa!
You will be amazed by how much you will see and learn and how many pictures you snap in just 2 hours. Suitable for all ages, this biking experience is ideal for easy-going bicyclists and families who want to see more of Ottawa in less time and also get lots of local tips about what to do and see in Ottawa!
Inclusions
- Bicycle
- Helmet
- Local guide
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Escape Bicycle Tours and Rentals - Ottawa, 65 Sparks St., Ottawa, ON K1P 5A5, Canada
Meet us 20 minutes before your tour start time.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Ottawa, Ontario K7A 2A8 Canada
Visit the historic Rideau Canal
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Bytown Museum, 1 Canal Lane Ottawa Locks, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 1L1 Canada
Learn about Ottawa's oldest stone building and its legacy.
Stop At: National War Memorial, Elgin Street Confederation Square, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 9N6 Canada
Starting the tour we first visit the war memorial.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: ByWard Market, 267 Dalhousie St Suite 202, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 7E3 Canada
Cycling through the backroads, you will get a sense of Ottawa's past and current neighbourhood.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Rideau Hall, 1 Sussex Dr, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A1 Canada
Visit Government General's residence to learn about Canadian political system and enjoy the beautiful Gardens
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Rideau Falls, 1 Sussex Dr, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A1 Canada
Cycle through the historic neighbourhood of New Edinburg and stop to enjoy a beautiful view and fresh breeze at Rideau Falls.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: National Gallery of Canada, 380 Sussex Dr, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 9N4 Canada
Stop to learn a bit about the incredible collection in the gallery and snap some photos of the famous Spider Sculpture!
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Parliament Hill and Buildings, 111 Wellington St, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6 Canada
You will see the best views of the Parliament Hill from the look outs that we with bring you to, will learn about it and can get some nice shots!
Stop At: Ottawa Locks, 1 Rideau St Beside the Chateau Laurier, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 8S7 Canada
See Locks original operation as boats pass by.
Duration: 10 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Escape Bicycle Tours and Rentals - Ottawa, 65 Sparks St., Ottawa, ON K1P 5A5, Canada
Meet us 20 minutes before your tour start time.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Ottawa, Ontario K7A 2A8 Canada
Visit the historic Rideau Canal
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Bytown Museum, 1 Canal Lane Ottawa Locks, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 1L1 Canada
Learn about Ottawa's oldest stone building and its legacy.
Stop At: National War Memorial, Elgin Street Confederation Square, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 9N6 Canada
Starting the tour we first visit the war memorial.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: ByWard Market, 267 Dalhousie St Suite 202, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 7E3 Canada
Cycling through the backroads, you will get a sense of Ottawa's past and current neighbourhood.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Rideau Hall, 1 Sussex Dr, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A1 Canada
Visit Government General's residence to learn about Canadian political system and enjoy the beautiful Gardens
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Rideau Falls, 1 Sussex Dr, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A1 Canada
Cycle through the historic neighbourhood of New Edinburg and stop to enjoy a beautiful view and fresh breeze at Rideau Falls.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: National Gallery of Canada, 380 Sussex Dr, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 9N4 Canada
Stop to learn a bit about the incredible collection in the gallery and snap some photos of the famous Spider Sculpture!
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Parliament Hill and Buildings, 111 Wellington St, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6 Canada
You will see the best views of the Parliament Hill from the look outs that we with bring you to, will learn about it and can get some nice shots!
Stop At: Ottawa Locks, 1 Rideau St Beside the Chateau Laurier, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 8S7 Canada
See Locks original operation as boats pass by.
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional information
- Infant seats available
- Guest must arrive to the tour starting location 20 minutes prior to the tour starting time for bike fitting and tour and safety review.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- 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.
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
Andrea52501
October 2021
The pace of the tour was really fabulous and the guide knew Ottawa really well and made the tour very interesting.
The pace of the tour was really fabulous and the guide knew Ottawa really well and made the tour very interesting.Beny P
September 2021
It was a great experience! Nice guide, interesting tour and a great place for renting bikes. After the tour they send pictures to my email - very nice!
It was a great experience! Nice guide, interesting tour and a great place for renting bikes. After the tour they send pictures to my email - very nice!P3300RCrosec
October 2021
Our guide was super nice and the tour is very well organized. It takes you the very hidden gems in Ottawa city. October is a wonderful month to do it
Our guide was super nice and the tour is very well organized. It takes you the very hidden gems in Ottawa city. October is a wonderful month to do itDr_Gis64
April 2022
We took this tour to try and make the most of the short time we had to spend in Ottawa. Soooo glad we did! Our guide, Sparky, was extremely knowledgeable, knew all the secret places you’d never find on your own and just the right amount of interesting facts to keep you entertained but not overwh...
We took this tour to try and make the most of the short time we had to spend in Ottawa. Soooo glad we did! Our guide, Sparky, was extremely knowledgeable, knew all the secret places you’d never find on your own and just the right amount of interesting facts to keep you entertained but not overwhelmed. The bikes were in great condition and very comfortable!! Great little coffee shop either for the start or finish of your trip. Would definitely recommend this tour-if you have the time and it’s available, do the longer trip. You won’t be disappointed!!Chousi88
April 2022
I had booked a 2 hour bike tour and was super pleased by the experience! Maria is an amazing guide, sharing her love for the city and tons of historic and fun anecdotes. I highly recommend this tour!! Thanks to Maria for this great afternoon!
I had booked a 2 hour bike tour and was super pleased by the experience! Maria is an amazing guide, sharing her love for the city and tons of historic and fun anecdotes. I highly recommend this tour!! Thanks to Maria for this great afternoon!Shady990
November 2021
We had an amazing tour with Hans of Ottawa! Communication was perfect and even though we were late to the meeting point, Maria and Hans were very accommodating and still got us to complete a full 2 hour tour of the city. The ride was pleasant and the information provided on the history of Ottawa ...
We had an amazing tour with Hans of Ottawa! Communication was perfect and even though we were late to the meeting point, Maria and Hans were very accommodating and still got us to complete a full 2 hour tour of the city. The ride was pleasant and the information provided on the history of Ottawa was very insightful. We will be back again!