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Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour in Ottawa

108 activities · Canada

Ottawa, Canada, has 108 activities, tours and experiences to book. Don't miss: National Gallery of Canada, Carleton University, Library and Archives Canada, Canadian Museum of History.

01Things to do

Must-see places

59 places
National Gallery of Canada | voooya

National Gallery of Canada

Art gallery

Carleton University | voooya

Carleton University

Museum

Library and Archives Canada | voooya

Library and Archives Canada

Library

Canadian Museum of History | voooya

Canadian Museum of History

History museum

Maman | voooya

Maman

Sculpture

Canadian Museum of Nature | voooya

Canadian Museum of Nature

Natural history museum

02Activities to book

The best experiences in Ottawa

108 in the catalogue
Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise | voooyaBookable
Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise
from €38.77★ 4.3
Ottawa Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour | voooyaFree cancellation
Ottawa Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour
from €34.89★ 4.3
Ottawa Boat Cruise Paul's Boat Line | voooyaBookable
Ottawa Boat Cruise Paul's Boat Line
from €37.21★ 4.3
Original Haunted Walk of Ottawa | voooyaFree cancellation
Original Haunted Walk of Ottawa
from €24.29★ 4.6
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour | voooyaSelling fast
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
from €24.29★ 4.5
Ottawa Premium City Tour with Parliament Hill & Canal Cruise | voooyaFree cancellation
Ottawa Premium City Tour with Parliament Hill & Canal Cruise
from €90.58★ 4.4
Lilo Floating Tiki Bar on the Ottawa River (Gatineau Pickup) | voooyaSelling fast
Lilo Floating Tiki Bar on the Ottawa River (Gatineau Pickup)
from €55.39★ 4.8
Ottawa City Highlights 3 Hour Walking Tour | Gratuity-Based | voooyaFree cancellation
Ottawa City Highlights 3 Hour Walking Tour | Gratuity-Based
from €4.54★ 4.7
Ottawa Parc Omega Private Tour with Hotel Transfer | voooyaPrivate tour
Ottawa Parc Omega Private Tour with Hotel Transfer
from €220.90★ 4.8
Oh Canada Eh!? Ottawa Dinner Musical with Live Music and Comedy | voooyaBookable
Oh Canada Eh!? Ottawa Dinner Musical with Live Music and Comedy
from €68.42★ 4.7
The Dueling Magicians: The Battle to Amaze You! | voooyaBookable
The Dueling Magicians: The Battle to Amaze You!
from €30.63★ 5.0
Ottawa City Highlights Group Tour Minibus | voooyaPrivate tour
Ottawa City Highlights Group Tour Minibus
from €976.14

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Best of Ottawa Neighbourhoods & Nature Bike Tour | voooyaBookable
Best of Ottawa Neighbourhoods & Nature Bike Tour
from €74.05★ 5.0
Best of Ottawa Small Group Tour with Rideau Canal Cruise | voooyaFree cancellation
Best of Ottawa Small Group Tour with Rideau Canal Cruise
from €51.84★ 3.7
Ottawa Ecological Reserve Kayak Tour with TURTLE Sightings | voooyaFree cancellation
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from €48.30★ 5.0
Ottawa - Byward Market Food Tour | voooyaFree cancellation
Ottawa - Byward Market Food Tour
from €83.71★ 5.0
National Gallery of Canada Admission | voooyaFree cancellation
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from €16.20★ 4.7
Ultimate Ottawa Lazy River Rafting Tour - From Ottawa & Gatineau | voooyaBookable
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from €119.13★ 4.9
Ottawa Spring Tulip Festival Bike Tour | voooyaBookable
Ottawa Spring Tulip Festival Bike Tour
from €56.10★ 4.8
Ottawa Street Art Exploration Game and Self-Guided Tour | voooyaPrivate tour
Ottawa Street Art Exploration Game and Self-Guided Tour
from €6.99★ 4.0
Private Behind the Scenes Brewery tour by bus - 15 or more | voooyaPrivate tour
Private Behind the Scenes Brewery tour by bus - 15 or more
from €1,200.97★ 5.0
Flying Dress Photoshoot Experience in Ottawa | voooyaPrivate tour
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Ottawa Mystery Quest: Self-Guided Detective Adventure | voooyaDeal
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Frequently asked questions about Ottawa

What is there to do in Ottawa?

Ottawa has 108 activities, tours and day trips you can book online. Among the most booked: « Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise », « Ottawa Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour », « Ottawa Boat Cruise Paul's Boat Line ».

What are the top-rated activities in Ottawa?

According to traveller reviews: « Lilo Floating Tiki Bar on the Ottawa River (Gatineau Pickup) » (4.8/5, 80 reviews) ; « Ottawa Parc Omega Private Tour with Hotel Transfer » (4.8/5, 21 reviews) ; « Oh Canada Eh!? Ottawa Dinner Musical with Live Music and Comedy » (4.7/5, 155 reviews).

What are the must-see places in Ottawa?

Not to be missed in Ottawa: National Gallery of Canada, Carleton University, Library and Archives Canada, Canadian Museum of History, Maman, Canadian Museum of Nature.

Can you cancel an activity in Ottawa for free?

Usually, yes: 19 of the 24 most popular activities in Ottawa offer free cancellation. The exact terms are shown on each activity page before you book.

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Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour in Ottawa

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4.3(518)· Ottawa· By Grayline Ottawa

Duration

1 h 30 min

Language

German, Russian, Portuguese, Chinese, Japanese, English, French, Spanish

Guidance

Audio guide, Guide

Group

Up to 30 pers.

Booking

Instant confirmation

Lead time

Book up to 1 day before departure

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Tickets

One per booking

Cancellation

Free cancellation available

From €34 per person

1 to 9 travelers per booking.

1 × Adult × €34€34
Total€34

Overview

This open-top bus or tram tour provides an overview of Ottawa's main attractions. Lasting 1 hour 30 minutes, this activity is designed to offer a comprehensive first look at the city while leaving you free time to explore the sites at your own pace. The excursion is led by a professional driver and guide. Depending on the season, departures run every hour or every half hour between 10:00 and 16:00. Local taxes are included in the service.

What's included

  • ✓Local taxes
  • ✓Transport by double decker bus or trolley
  • ✓Professional driver and guide

Not included

  • ✕Gratuities
  • ✕Food and drinks
  • ✕Admissions to attractions and sites
  • ✕Hotel pickup are before 9:30-9:45am ($5 payable to driver). Reservation must be done 24 hours prior

Available options

Choose your option when you book.

Ottawa Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour

from €32

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Tour Departures: Starts at 10:00 am until 4:00 pm, every hour in low season. Starts at 10:00 am until 4:00 pm, every half-hour in high season.

Japanese, Russian, Portuguese, Spanish, Chinese, German, English, French

Itinerary

  1. Sparks Street

    Main Kiosk at 44 Sparks St. Corner of Elgin and Sparks, Parliament of Canada

    · Non-stop passage

  2. Musée canadien de la nature

    Nature Museum

    · Non-stop passage

  3. Lansdowne Park

    Home of the Ottawa BlackJacks / The Glebe / TD Place / Redblacks

    · Non-stop passage

  4. Dow's Lake

    Different stopping location during Canadian Tulip Festival

    · Non-stop passage

  5. Musée de l'agriculture et de l'Alimentation du Canada

    Not stopping during Canadian Tulip Festival

    · Non-stop passage

  6. ByWard Market

    Ottawa Sign. Stop located at 22 York Street

    · Non-stop passage

  7. Rideau Hall

    Rideau Hall

    · Non-stop passage

  8. RCMP Stables

    · Non-stop passage

  9. Canada Aviation and Space Museum

    Aviation and Space Museum

    · Non-stop passage

  10. Musée des Beaux-Arts du Canada

    Art Museum, Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica, Royal Canadian Mint

    · Non-stop passage

  11. Musée canadien de l’histoire

    Museum of History

    · Non-stop passage

  12. Musée Canadien de la Guerre

    War Museum

    · Non-stop passage

  13. Elgin Street Market

    Rideau Canal, National Arts Centre, National War Memorial

    · Non-stop passage

  14. Sparks Street

    Return to kiosk

    · Non-stop passage

How to use your ticket

Ticket to be presented at the departure point

Please call to confirm pick-up 24 hours prior to tour. $5.00 fee per pick-up.

Meeting point

We are at the corner of Elgin and Sparks. Look for a red kiosk.

The return is at the same place.

What to know before you go

  • Wheelchair accessible.
  • Strollers and pushchairs permitted.
  • Assistance animals allowed.
  • Public transport available nearby.
  • Accessible transport options for people with reduced mobility.
  • Suitable for all fitness levels.
  • For hotel pick-up between 9:30 and 9:45, please contact the provider at least 24 hours before booking; this service costs $5, payable to the driver.
  • Maximum capacity of 30 travellers per group.
  • Immediate confirmation upon booking.

Travelers

Infant (0-2 years)Child (3-12 years)Youth (13-18 years)Adult (19-64 years)Senior (65-105 years)

1 traveler(s) minimum · 9 maximum per booking.

At least one adult required per booking.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation for a full refund at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure date.

  • No refund if cancelled less than 24 hours before departure.

Who is it for?

  • First-time visitors to Ottawa.
  • Travellers seeking a quick overview of the main sights.
  • Travellers with strollers or reduced mobility.

What makes it different

  • Transport via open-top bus or tram.
  • Professional guide available in eight languages (English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Mandarin Chinese, and Japanese).

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts 1 hour 30 minutes.

Is hotel pick-up available?

Yes, pick-up is available between 9:30 and 9:45 for an additional $5 fee payable to the driver, requested 24 hours before booking.

Reviews

4.34.3(518)
5 stars
321
4 stars
107
3 stars
36
2 stars
26
1 star
28

Product code: 3400_7

Activity offered by Grayline Ottawa via Viator.