Ottawa Pathway Ride: Explore Scenic Waterways

Experience the beauty of Ottawa’s scenic pathways on a self-guided cycling tour. Set your own pace, explore the waterways, and enjoy the freedom of the open road. No guide needed!

Duration: 4 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • RentABike Ottawa - Situated along the World Heritage Rideau Canal in downtown Ottawa, the Nation’s Capital. Offers over 250 new bicycles in different models and sizes. E-bikes are also available. Rental includes tax, helmet, lock, and map. Provides professional fitting and expert route guidance.
  • Ottawa - Celebrating Ottawa’s 200th Anniversary. Contact us for more information.
What's Included
  • Brand new Giant bike provided
  • Protective helmet included
  • Secure bike lock for safekeeping
  • Comprehensive map supplied
What's Not Included
  • A guide is not included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

2026 marks Ottawa’s 200th anniversary, presenting a unique chance to explore the prestigious pathway system at your own pace and distance. The journey begins at the Rideau Canal doorstep, free from roads and traffic, allowing you to fully enjoy the parklands and waterways. Experience the Rideau Canal, Rideau Falls, Hog’s Back Falls, Arboretum, Central…

Location
2 Rideau St
Rideau Street
Address: East Arch, Plaza Bridge, 2 Rideau St, Ottawa On K1N 8X7 Directions: Rental departs from the bike rental/tour centre, Rideau Canal, East side. 5 minutes from Rideau Centre, Westin and Chateau Laurier hotels.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Montrealgirl88
Aug 5, 2026
Amazing! - We had a wonderful experience renting bikes with Conrad and his dad. They were so gracious on the phone helping us find the location and when we ran into an issue on our way back (kids…) they were so understanding and helpful. Highly recommend.
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816aymanj
Aug 3, 2026
Amazing experience. - Amazing staff. Very reasonable prices. Historic for a reason.
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Kathrynannspokane_wa
Sep 10, 2025
Biking Ottawa - Good service. Easy process to rent. Well maintained bikes. We rented the cruisers. Very comfortable bikes. Spent 2.5 hours riding the bike paths. Easy location right on the canal for pick up and drop off. Highly recommend these guys!!!
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530tonyc530
Jun 7, 2025
Rentabike - excellent bikes and very helpful staff - After booking through a 3rd party website which accepted our booking and payment when there were no available places we contacted Rentabike and they couldn't have been more helpful. They apologised for the booking error - although it wasn't their fault- and sorted us out with excellent electric bikes and a self guided route along the Rideau canal. We spent 3 hours on the cycle paths along the canal ending up at the Parliament Building. They are really nice and helpful people. My advice is to book direct with them and not through a 3rd party.
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T586zocathyb
May 18, 2024
Tulip touring - An absolutely spectacular experience. We rode to Commissioner’s Park, and explored the tulip festival, then up to the falls. Every moment was spectacular.
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Liampilgrim
Aug 1, 2023
A Great Experience - Great customer and provided us all the help needed to start our beautiful journey along the water. No complications and completely prepared even with larger groups!!
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E1503jrdavidn
May 26, 2023
Great Service, Great Bikes. Very convenient location. - Rentabike Ottawa provided an excellent, well tuned road bicycle for a long ride through Gatineau park. They were knowledgable and very helpful. They have a love of cycling which translated to excellent recommendations and tips on a great ride. I've rented with them before and will every time I come to Ottawa.
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Marike
Oct 11, 2022
Bike It! - So easy to pick up a bike and go! beautiful views and easy rides, a very excellent way to see the city from both sides of the river
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Dan111
Sep 25, 2022
Great staff, wide selection of bikes. - Organized bike rental business with excellent customer service and assistance in planning a day exploring Ottawa on two wheels.
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Cruiser00644970736
Jul 28, 2025
Beautiful ride in electric bike - Super nice ride the guide was relevant and pleasant! Nice way to discover Ottawa otherwise and try an electric bike.
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From $25
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).