Ottawa Scenic Bicycle Tour and Exploration

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!

Meeting Point

65 Sparks St.

65 Sparks St., Ottawa, ON K1P 5A5, Canada

Arrive at Escape Bicycle Tours and Rentals at 65 Sparks st. 20 minutes prior to the tour start time.
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)

What's included:

• Local guide
• Bicycle
• Helmet

Not included:

• Transportation to/from attractions

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours

Escape Bicycle Tours and Rentals - Ottawa

65 Sparks St., Ottawa, ON K1P 5A5, Canada

Meet us 20 minutes before your tour start time.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Rideau Canal National Historic Site

, , Ottawa

Visit the historic Rideau Canal

15 minutes

Bytown Museum

1 Canal Lane, Ottawa Locks, Ottawa, K1P 1L1

Learn about Ottawa's oldest stone building and its legacy.

Pass by without stopping

National War Memorial

Elgin and Wellington Streets, Confederation Square, Ottawa, K1N 9N6

Starting the tour we first visit the war memorial.

5 minutes

ByWard Market

55 ByWard Market Square, Ottawa, K1N 9C3

Cycling through the backroads, you will get a sense of Ottawa's past and current neighbourhood.

10 minutes

Rideau Hall

1 Sussex Dr, Ottawa, K1A 0A1

Visit Government General's residence to learn about Canadian political system and enjoy the beautiful Gardens

15 minutes

Rideau Falls

1 Sussex Dr, , Ottawa, K1A 0A1

Cycle through the historic neighbourhood of New Edinburg and stop to enjoy a beautiful view and fresh breeze at Rideau Falls.

5 minutes

National Gallery of Canada

380 Sussex Dr, , Ottawa, K1N 9N4

Stop to learn a bit about the incredible collection in the gallery and snap some photos of the famous Spider Sculpture!

5 minutes

Parliament Hill and Buildings

111 Wellington St, Ottawa, K1A 0A6

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!

Pass by without stopping

Ottawa Locks

1 Rideau St, Beside the Chateau Laurier, Ottawa, K1A 0A4

See Locks original operation as boats pass by.

10 minutes