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Discover Ottawa’s most famous landmarks in just 90 minutes with Ottawa Tours’ guided bus tour. Perfect for those short on time but eager to see the city’s highlights from a comfortable, scenic viewpoint.
1.5 hours
easy
From CA$47.59
Discover Ottawa’s most famous landmarks in just 90 minutes with Ottawa Tours’ guided bus tour. Perfect for those short on time but eager to see the city’s highlights from a comfortable, scenic viewpoint.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
No physical exertion required; suitable for all mobility levels
Wildlife
History
Ottawa's history as the capital of Canada dates back to 1857, and the city’s monuments narrate tales of political evolution and national identity.
Conservation
Ottawa actively promotes green tourism, with efforts to preserve green spaces and reduce vehicle emissions on guided tours.
Ottawa Tours
Discover Ottawa’s most famous landmarks in just 90 minutes with Ottawa Tours’ guided bus tour. Perfect for those short on time but eager to see the city’s highlights from a comfortable, scenic viewpoint.
Ottawa Tours, based in Ottawa, Ontario, specializes in guided boat and bus sightseeing experiences across Canada’s capital. The company offers a diverse lineup of tours and combo packages, including the Tulip Festival Canal Cruise — a 45-minute boat tour from Dows Lake that explores the history of the Rideau Canal and the Tulip Festival — and the Ottawa River Tour, a scenic 1.5-hour cruise departing from multiple river docks.
Bus offerings include multilingual guided options such as the Round Trip Tour and hop-on, hop-off passes like the One Day Pass and Two Day Pass on double-decker buses. Combo packages pair river or canal cruises with Grayline city tours for one- or two-day sightseeing flexibility. The Rideau Canal cruises operate aboard North America’s largest electric vessel, and several experiences highlight bilingual or multilingual narration for English and French speakers.
The Amphibus tour delivers a unique land-and-water route showcasing over 75 historic sites with bilingual commentary. Combo offerings that include the Paula D river cruise provide upper-deck seating and scenic views along the Ottawa River. Departures and durations vary by product, from short 45-minute cruises to guided tours spanning multiple days.
Ottawa Tours cites clear schedules, multiple departure points, and documented tour formats — boat, bus, amphibious, and combo — that make planning straightforward. With bilingual narration, electric-vessel cruising, and established Grayline city tour integrations, Ottawa Tours provides verifiable sightseeing options for visitors seeking curated views of Ottawa and Gatineau. Booking details, schedules, and departure locations are available through official tour listings and ticket providers online.
Location
Ottawa, Ontario
Tours operate across the capital
Tours Offered
10 experiences
Boat, bus and combo tours
Durations
45 min to 2 days
Short and multi-day options
Languages
English & French
Bilingual narration on many tours
Reserve seats on canal cruises, river tours, Amphibus rides, or hop-on, hop-off Grayline passes.
Dress for the weather
Since the tour takes place outdoors on a bus, check the forecast and wear layered clothing as temperatures can vary throughout the year.
Arrive early
Get to the meeting point a few minutes before departure to ensure a smooth start and have time to settle in.
Bring headphones or translation devices
Enjoy the multilingual commentary comfortably by using your own headphones if needed.
Capture the moment
Use the spacious bus windows for photography—early morning or late afternoon light offers the best photo conditions.
Comfortable walking shoes
Even if this tour is by bus, comfortable shoes are useful if you plan to walk around the city afterward.
Sunscreen and sunglasses
Protect yourself during sunny days to stay comfortable while enjoying the sights.
summer
Warm clothing layers
Layered clothing helps you stay warm during winter departures, especially on colder days.
winter
Camera or smartphone
Capture scenic views and memorable moments during your ride through Ottawa and Gatineau.