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Best of Ottawa Neighbourhoods & Nature Bike Tour

5.0(34)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 34 reviews3 hBy Escape Bicycle Tours and Rentals
A ride through scenic waterfront pathways for the best views!

About this activity

This tour is a perfect blend of biking through Ottawa’s beautiful waterfront pathways and green scenery, visiting some of the city’s trendiest and vibrant neighbourhoods and stopping to capture some of the street and public arts. Ebike add-on is available upon request!

Biking beyond Ottawa’s downtown on our super comfortable bikes, you'll truly experience nature in the heart of the city as we take you through Dows’ Lake, the lush green spaces of the Arboretum trees and experimental farm.

Get a sense of local life and culture as our storyteller guides bike with you through quaint streets of Centretown, the Glebe, Little Italy, and Hintonburg neighbourhoods and show you some of the most interesting buildings, street arts and local eateries and shops. This tour is refreshing and fun and will satisfy your curiosity about locals and beyond the touristic scene of Ottawa!

What's included

  • ✓Power Bar
  • ✓Bicycle
  • ✓Helmet
  • ✓Use of bicycle

Not included

  • ✕Transportation to/from attractions
  • ✕Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

  • Arrive at Escape Bicycle Tours and Rentals at 65 Sparks St. 20 minutes before the tour starting 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)

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Arrive at Escape Bicycle Tours and Rentals at 65 Sparks St. 20 minutes prior to the tour departure time for bike fitting and tour and safety review.
  • 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.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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