Ottawa Boat Tours and Sightseeing Experiences

Welcome to our Ottawa Boat Tours and Sightseeing Experiences page. Our experiences are brought to you by our team at Ottawa Boat Cruise. With over 35 years of navigation expertise our dedicated team provides a memorable experience and ensures your safety.

100% Electric Ekeau Rideau Canal Cruise

Join us for a new perspective on our 90-minute narrated cruise along the historic Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Departing from the heart of downtown, our 100% electric, eco-friendly vessels glide silently toward Dow’s Lake and back, featuring live bilingual commentary that brings the capital’s history to life. Relax with a drink from our onboard cash bar and enjoy unparalleled views of iconic landmarks in complete comfort.

Starting Location Map: Ottawa Boat Cruise : Rideau Canal Cruise Departure – Google Maps
Tour Length: 90 minutes
Start times: We are open every day from the start to end of our season, start times may vary
Languages: Live Guide in French and English, audio our our app available in German, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish, Italian, Korean, and Japanese
Special Features: Cash bar available on the ship (card-only)

Ottawa River Cruise - Rideau Falls Experience

Experience the capital’s most dramatic skyline views on our 60–75 minute narrated Ottawa River cruise. Departing from the foot of the Parliament Hill locks or Gatineau’s Hull Marina, you’ll enjoy a front-row seat to the majestic Rideau Falls and historic landmarks with live bilingual commentary. Relax and enjoy yourself on our spacious decks and grab a drink from the onboard cash bar as you take in the city’s best “postcard” photo ops.

Starting Location Ottawa Departure: Map: Ottawa Boat Cruise : River Cruise (Ottawa Departure) – Google Maps
Starting Location Gatineau Departure Map: Ottawa Boat Cruise : River Cruise (Gatineau Departure) – Google Maps
Tour Length: 60-75 minutes
Start times: We are open every day from the start to end of our season, start times may vary
Languages: Live Guide in French and English, audio our our app available in German, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish, Italian, Korean, and Japanese
Special Features: Cash bar available on the ship (card-only)

Lady Dive Amphibus Tour - Splash and Land Tour

Try Ottawa’s most unique adventure on the 60-minute Lady Dive Amphibus tour, the only sightseeing journey in the city that travels by both land and water. Departing from downtown, this narrated tour takes you past over 75 historic sites before a spectacular “splash” into the Ottawa River. Enjoy live bilingual commentary and a one-of-a-kind perspective of the skyline as you transition from the city streets to the scenic waterfront in one seamless trip.

Starting Location Lady Dive Tours – Google Maps
Tour Length: 60 minutes
Start times: We are open every day from the start to end of our season, start times may vary
Languages: Live guide in French and English – Audio available on our app in German, Mandarin, Ukrainian, Russian, Spanish, Portuguese, and Japanese.
Special Features: It’s a bus and a boat, how much more special can you get!

Canal Cruise + Hop On Hop Off Double Decker: Great Value Combo

Maximize your Ottawa experience with the ultimate City & Canal Cruise Bundle, Buy One Get One 50% Off, combining a 24-hour Hop-On Hop-Off Double Decker Pass with our 90-minute Ekeau Canal Cruise. Explore the capital’s top landmarks at your own pace aboard an iconic open-top Double Decker bus, then head downtown to board our 100% electric vessel for a peaceful journey through the UNESCO World Heritage Rideau Canal. With live bilingual guiding on both tours and an onboard cash bar on the water, this package offers the most complete and convenient way to see the city by land and lake.

Starting Location Canal Cruise: Ottawa Boat Cruise : Rideau Canal Cruise Departure – Google Maps
Starting Location Double Decker Tour: Gray Line Ottawa – Google Maps
Tour Length: 70-90 minutes for Double Decker Tour and 90 minutes for Canal Cruise
Start times: Cruises are open every day from the start to end of our season, start times may vary. Double Decker’s run from 10:00am to 4:00pm every day.
Languages: Live Guide in French and English, audio our our app available in German, Mandarin, Russian, Ukrainian (Bus only), Portuguese (Bus only), Spanish, Italian, Korean (Canal only), and Japanese
Special Features: Cash bar available on the ship (card-only). 24 hour hop on, hop off pass for Double Decker.

River Cruise + Hop On Hop Off Double Decker: Great Value Combo

Discover the best of the capital by land and water with our River Cruise & Hop-On Hop-Off Bundle—now available at Buy One, Get One 50% Off! Enjoy a 24-hour pass on our iconic open-top Double Decker bus, exploring over 75 historic sites at your own pace, paired with a 60–75 minute narrated Ottawa River cruise. Experience the city’s most dramatic skyline views and the majestic Rideau Falls with live bilingual guiding and an onboard cash bar. It’s the most scenic and cost-effective way to see Ottawa from every angle, and is our #1 company recommended choice.

Starting Location Ottawa River Cruise: Ottawa Boat Cruise : River Cruise (Ottawa Departure) – Google Maps
Starting Location Gatineau River Cruise: Ottawa Boat Cruise : River Cruise (Gatineau Departure) – Google Maps
Starting Location Double Decker Tour: Gray Line Ottawa – Google Maps
Tour Length: 70-90 minutes for Double Decker Tour and 60-75 minutes for River Cruise
Start times: Cruises are open every day from the start to end of our season, start times may vary. Double Decker’s run from 10:00am to 4:00pm every day.
Languages: Live Guide in French and English, audio our our app available in German, Mandarin, Russian, Ukrainian (Bus only), Portuguese (Bus only), Spanish, Italian, Korean (Cruise only), and Japanese
Special Features: Cash bar available on the ship (card-only). 24 hour hop on, hop off pass for Double Decker.

Gray Line Double Decker Guided Tour: 1 Day Pass Hop On Hop Off

Experience the capital’s highlights on our 70–90 minute live narrated tour aboard an iconic open-top Double Decker bus. This continuous loop features bilingual guiding and takes you past over 75 historic sites, offering the perfect overview of the city in one go. For added flexibility, your ticket is valid as a 24-hour Hop-On Hop-Off pass from the moment you first board, allowing you to jump off at any of our stops to explore further and catch the next bus when you’re ready. It’s the perfect blend of a structured guided tour and the independence to discover Ottawa’s top landmarks on your own schedule.

Starting Location: Gray Line Ottawa – Google Maps
Tour Length: 70-90 minutes.
Start times: We are open every day from the start to end of our season, with tours running from 10:00am until 4:00pm. Tour frequency varies from every 30 minutes to every hour.
Languages: Live guide in French and English – Audio available on our app in German, Mandarin, Ukrainian, Russian, Spanish, Portuguese, and Japanese.
Special Features: It’s Hop On Hop Off! You can get off at some sites, explore, and then rejoin the tour when you’re done visiting.

River Cruise + Canal Cruise: Ottawa Boat Tours Bundle

You will be prompted to add the River Cruise for 25% off at the end of your Canal Cruise Time Selection.

Our Ottawa Boat Tours Bundle offers a complete waterway journey for Buy One, Get One 25% Off! This package pairs a 90-minute Ekeau Canal Cruise along the Rideau Canal aboard a 100% electric vessel with a 60–75 minute Ottawa River voyage for iconic skyline views and a close-up of the Rideau Falls. Both tours feature live bilingual guiding and an onboard cash bar. It is the most relaxing and cost-effective way to see the capital’s landmarks from the water.

Starting Location Ottawa River Cruise: Ottawa Boat Cruise : River Cruise (Ottawa Departure) – Google Maps
Starting Location Gatineau River Cruise: Ottawa Boat Cruise : River Cruise (Gatineau Departure) – Google Maps
Starting Location Canal Cruise: Ottawa Boat Cruise : Rideau Canal Cruise Departure – Google Maps
Tour Length: 90 minutes for Canal Cruise and 60-75 minutes for River Cruise.
Start times: Cruises are open every day from the start to end of our season, start times may vary.
Languages: Live Guide in French and English, audio our our app available in German, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish, Italian, Korean, and Japanese.
Special Features: Cash bar available on both ships (card-only).

Amphibus + Canal Cruise Combo

You will be prompted to add the Canal Cruise for 25% off at the end of your Amphibus Time Selection.

Our Amphibus & Canal Cruise Bundle combines the city’s most unique land-and-water adventure with a serene voyage along the Rideau Canal—now available at Buy One, Get One 25% Off! This package pairs the 60-minute Lady Dive Amphibus tour and its spectacular “splash” into the river with a 90-minute Ekeau Canal Cruise aboard a silent, 100% electric vessel. Both tours include live bilingual commentary, and the canal cruise features an onboard cash bar for your relaxation.

Starting Location Canal Cruise: Ottawa Boat Cruise : Rideau Canal Cruise Departure – Google Maps
Starting Location Amphibus Tour: Lady Dive Tours – Google Maps
Tour Length: 60 minutes for Amphibus and 90 minutes for Canal Cruise.
Start times: Both tours are open every day from the start to end of our season, start times may vary.
Languages: Live Guide in French and English, audio our our app available in German, Mandarin, Russian, Ukrainian (Bus only), Portuguese (Bus only), Spanish, Italian, Korean (Canal only), and Japanese.
Special Features: Cash bar available on the canal (card-only).

Gray Line Double Decker Tour: 2 Day Pass Hop On Hop Off

Your second day is 50% off, so don’t miss your chance to book at great value!

Building on the flexibility of our 1-day pass, the 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off ticket gives you double the time to discover Ottawa at your own pace. This pass includes the same loop on our iconic Double Decker bus, featuring bilingual guiding past 75+ historic sites. With your ticket valid for 48 hours, you have the freedom to hop off, explore museums or local markets, and rejoin the tour whenever you’re ready. It is the perfect choice for those who want to see everything without feeling rushed.

Starting Location: Gray Line Ottawa – Google Maps
Tour Length: 70-90 minutes.
Start times: We are open every day from the start to end of our season, with tours running from 10:00am until 4:00pm. Tour frequency varies from every 30 minutes to every hour.
Languages: Live guide in French and English – Audio available on our app in German, Mandarin, Ukrainian, Russian, Spanish, Portuguese, and Japanese.
Special Features: It’s Hop On Hop Off! You can get off at some sites, explore, and then rejoin the tour when you’re done visiting. This 2 day pass is valid for 2 full days of use.

Golden Ticket Discounts

Get perks by booking a tour with us! Book any of our Ottawa Boat Tours and Sightseeing Experiences to benefit from our Golden Ticket discounts with our partners in the city. Click on any of our participating locations below to learn more about them.

Upon arrival for your tour, our staff will give you a bracelet that unlocks all the discounts below! Simply show your bracelet at our partner locations to benefit from these perks.