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A docked boat with 'AQU TAXI' signage and a bridge in the foreground. 2
A river with boats labeled "AQUA TAXI" and "ROSE TAXI" under a bridge. 3
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By Ottawa Palapa Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is €17 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 25m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Experience City centre Ottawa from the Water aboard the Aqua Taxi!

    Looking for a fun, affordable way to see the city? Hop aboard the Aqua Taxi for a relaxing 25-minute cruise through the heart of city centre Ottawa.

    Take in spectacular views of Parliament Hill, the Rideau Canal, the Ottawa Locks, and the city’s beautiful waterfront from a unique perspective. It’s the perfect opportunity to relax, snap memorable photos, and enjoy the fresh air as you glide along the Ottawa River.

    Powered by clean electric energy, the Aqua Taxi offers a quiet, eco-friendly ride that’s ideal for visitors, families, couples, and locals alike.

    City centre service only.

    Fast, scenic, and affordable—it’s one of the best ways to experience Ottawa from the water.

Activity location

  • Richmond Landing
    • K1R 1C5, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Patio Panorama
    • 100 Rue Laurier
    • K1A 0M8, Gatineau, Québec, Canada

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Aqua Taxi Hop-on and Hop-Off Tour in English

  • Activity duration is 25 minutes25m
    25m
  • Opening hours: Tue 11:00-19:00
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
€17.38 x 1 Adult€17.38
Total
Price is €17.38

Loop Tour (Stay on Boat) in English

  • Activity duration is 25 minutes25m
    25m
  • Opening hours: Tue 11:00-18:30
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
€21.11 x 1 Adult€21.11
Total
Price is €21.11

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    WiFi on board
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Alcoholic Drinks

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Parliament Hill and Buildings (Pass by)

Enjoy spectacular views of Parliament Hill from the water. This unique perspective showcases Canada's iconic government buildings and provides one of the best photo opportunities in city centre Ottawa.

Ottawa Locks (Pass by)

Cruise past the historic Ottawa Locks, one of Canada's oldest operating canal lock systems. Built in the 1800s, these engineering marvels connect the Ottawa River with the Rideau Canal and remain a fascinating part of the city's history.

Fairmont Château Laurier (Pass by)

Admire the elegant Château Laurier, Ottawa's famous castle-like hotel. Its distinctive architecture has made it one of the city's most recognisable landmarks for over a century.

Canadian Museum of History (Pass by)

View the striking architecture of the Canadian Museum of History across the river in Gatineau. Its flowing design blends beautifully with the natural landscape and houses Canada's largest museum dedicated to human history.

Alexandra Bridge (Pass by)

Pass beneath or alongside the historic Alexandra Bridge, a steel truss bridge that has linked Ontario and Quebec since 1901 and offers stunning panoramic views of the Ottawa skyline.

Ottawa River (Pass by)

Relax as you glide along the beautiful Ottawa River aboard a quiet, environmentally friendly solar-powered boat. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere while taking in the city's waterfront from a completely different perspective.

Rideau Canal National Historic Site (Pass by)

See where the world-famous Rideau Canal meets the Ottawa River. This UNESCO World Heritage Site has played an important role in Canada's history and remains one of the country's most celebrated waterways.

Ottawa (Pass by)

Take in panoramic views of city centre Ottawa's skyline, combining historic architecture, modern buildings, and lush green spaces that make Canada's capital one of North America's most picturesque cities.

Victoria Island (Pass by)

Cruise past Victoria Island, a culturally significant island located between Ottawa and Gatineau. Rich in Indigenous history, it sits at the heart of the traditional territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe Nation.

Location

Activity location

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    Richmond Landing
    • K1R 1C5, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Patio Panorama
    • 100 Rue Laurier
    • K1A 0M8, Gatineau, Québec, Canada
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    Richmond Landing
    • K1R 1C5, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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    1 Canal Ln
    • 1 Canal Lane
    • K1P 5P6, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    1 Canal Ln
    • 1 Canal Lane
    • K1P 5P6, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

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