Ottawa is like a whole new city at night - see for yourself the amazing sights and sounds of the city’s nightlife. You’ll be treated to a sunset river cruise, a personal driving tour, the opportunity to explore the ByWard Market, and a light show.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Small group
- Limited to 5 participants
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 3.5 - 4 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
- Pickup optional
- Pickup and drop-off is available from any hotel in downtown Ottawa. The local operator will contact you with exact pickup details.
Experience
Highlights
- Relax on a sunset river cruise down the Ottawa River where you will get to see dozens of amazing local landmarks and attractions
- Learn about the city’s unique history on a personal guided driving tour
- Capture photos as you stop at Rockcliffe Park, Major’s Hill Park and Napean Point
- Watch the amazing Northern Lights show light up the side of the Parliament Building with projected images
- Enjoy complimentary pick-up and drop-off anywhere in downtown Ottawa
Full description
Surprises aplenty lie ahead when you choose to spend an evening on the Epic Ottawa Night Tour. Uniquely designed to show you that the nightlife in Canada’s capital city is more than just drinking, dancing and visiting nightclubs, this 3-hour guided tour will have you walking away at the end of the evening with memories – and photos – that will last a lifetime. Navigating the streets of Ottawa by night can be stressful, which is why your tour will begin with a pick-up from a complimentary shuttle. Choose any downtown hotel or prearranged destination and your tour guide will pick you up and take you on your way to the first stop on the tour. While driving you to your first stop – a sunset river cruise – your tour guide will provide you with amazing facts about the city. Feel free to ask your tour guide anything about the city.
You will reach the Ottawa riverside in just enough time to set sail on a lovely Paula D cruise boat. As you casually drift down the river, you will be treated to a beautiful sunset and some unique views of the city’s most popular landmarks and attractions. Just sit back and take in the beautiful sights or grab your camera and capture the moment. When your river cruise is over, your personal tour guide will drive you around and allow you to explore some of the fun and exciting areas throughout the city. Your tour guide will provide you with fun and interesting historical facts for each of the locations you pass. Make sure you have your camera ready because there will be numerous opportunities to take photos of the brightly lit landmarks and attractions.
After your driving tour, it will be time to experience the nightlife for yourself. There will be a brief stop at the historic ByWard Market, which are lined with vendors and shops that offer delicious snacks and drinks for you to sample. Ask your tour guide for recommendations or be adventurous and pick at random! The tour will end on a memorable note with the Northern Lights show - watch as a stunning projected light and sound show lights up the Parliament Building. This is a can’t miss show and a wonderful way to end the evening.
Includes
- Narrated driving tour of the city
- Sunset river cruise
- Stop at ByWard Market for food and drink
- Several stops at scenic lookouts for photo opportunities
- Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel within the Downtown area
- Gratuities
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All required protective equipment is provided
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
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Know before you go
- If you are staying outside the city, please contact the local tour operator after booking to arrange a pickup location
- River cruise is weather dependent
- This is a small, intimate group tour of approximately 6 people
