Self-Guided Cycling Tour: Explore Ottawa's Scenic Pathways

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
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • RentABike Ottawa - Located on the World Heritage Rideau Canal, downtown in the Nation’s Capital. Over 250 new bikes in varying models and sizes available. E bikes available. Includes tax, helmet, lock and map. Professional fitting and excellent route knowledge.
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

• What’s the advantage of a self-guided bike journey?
You’re in charge of your schedule, speed, and exploration path (operational hours: 9am - 7pm daily).
Access to the trail network begins right at our Rideau Canal starting point. You get to appreciate the scenic parks and water bodies without the hassle of dealing with roads or traffic. Explore notable…

Location
Famous Five Statue
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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(45 Ratings)
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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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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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Craigmedina
Sep 21, 2022
Quality, and good service - Ottawa, and its pathways. The quality of the bicycles, gravel bikes, was exceptional. The service and support Jill provided, were fabulous. However, I would have appreciated a lock for the bike.
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Davema9495fo
Sep 15, 2022
Ebike rentals without a hitch - Excellent location to access all the bike trails. Rented ebikes and we picked them up and rode off in minutes. Took 4 hours and rode along the Rideau canal, stopping for lunch about the half way point. Highly recommend!
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Tourist43205813602
Sep 3, 2022
Great service Great bikes Great trails - Very conveniently located along the Rideau canal bike route. They were efficient and knowledgeable and had us on appropriate and well-maintained bikes-even let us try a tandem to see if it would work for us. When I had a puncture 6.5 km from the rental location they promptly dispatched a staff member on e-bike, who repaired the bike and I was able to finish my ride. As some one from out of town I was glad if they’re handy maps (downloadable). It is sometimes tricky to know how to transition from one trail to another, but once you are a on trail the riding is so good!!
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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).