Ottawa Bike Rentals and Tours
Open by appointment for 45th season from 10h daily. Reservations recommended.
For 2021 RentABike has made it easy for you to spend time outside and get moving. We’ve created a variety of different biking activities for all skill levels and tastes. Whether you’d like to tour the beautiful cities of Ottawa and Gatineau, visit some of the cities’ most known landmarks, or break a sweat with distance biking, RentABike has you covered.
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Ottawa & Gatineau Biking Activities
Discover Ottawa & Gatineau by Bike
Whether you’re from the area or are just visiting, Ottawa and Gatineau have many beautiful sights and attractions that are worth seeing. The best way to discover these two cities and everything in-between is by cycling the Ottawa bike paths and bike lanes that bring you directly to each major attraction. Better yet, join one of our small group tours to get the most out of your experience.
Don’t have a bike?
We’ll provide you with the best bike for your biking needs. Browse our bikes online or visit us on-site to find a bike.
Rent a bike
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We’ve got you covered! From pathway bikes to high-performance carbon road bikes, we have the bike that is right for you.
Bike tours
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Want to get the most of your bike ride around Ottawa and Gatineau? Our tours have been designed for you to have the best possible experience. These small group tours, led by our local tour guides, bring you to some of the most beautiful attractions and hidden gems of the area. During your journey around the city, our knowledgeable tour guides will also share with you interesting stories and facts about your surroundings.
Not interested in renting a bike? Don’t worry, all of our tours allow you to bring your own bike!
Ottawa Landmarks
Ottawa River, Rideau Canal and Dow’s Lake Loop
12 km | 2 hours | 10 am and 2 pm departures
Bike along the well-known Ottawa River and Rideau Canal, showing you many of Ottawa’s attractions such as The Parliament of Canada, Chaudière Falls and the village of Little Italy.
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Ottawa-Gatineau Getaway
Ottawa River, Chaudière Island and Rideau Canal Loop
10 km | 2 hours | 10 am and 2 pm departure
Bike down the Rideau Canal and on both the Ottawa / Gatineau sides of the Ottawa River to make your way to the Chaudière Falls and other scenic lookouts.
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Rockcliffe Park
Rockcliffe Park, Ottawa River and Sussex Drive Loop
10 km | 2 hours | 10 am and 2 pm departures
Cruise along the Ottawa River and Sussex drive while discovering the many mansions and embassies that are found in these well-known neighbourhoods.
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Ottawa Nature
Experimental Farm, Rideau Canal and Dow’s Lake Loop
13 km | 2 hours | 10 am and 2 pm departures
Cycle along the Rideau Canal and Dow’s Lake to make your way to the massive parks and beautiful gardens of the experimental farm.
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Ottawa Bike Adventures For The Family
Spend quality time outside with family while exploring Ottawa & Gatineau’s best attractions. RentABike makes it easy and safe for families to rent bikes and exercise outside this fall. It’s the perfect activity for you and your family to get some fresh air and make the most of the sunny days.
Rent bikes for the whole family
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Take advantage of our family bike rental packages.
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Bike Tours
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We have a variety of bike tours to satisfy both you and your children’s needs. Browse our tours online or visit us on-site to learn more.
Rent a High-Performance Bike
Looking to go faster and further? RentABike rents top of the line aluminum and carbon bikes. Time to make the most of your adventure!
Aluminum Road Bikes
Improve your ride with our aluminum road bike rental. These high-quality road bikes make it easy to go faster and further with each push of the pedal.
Carbon Road Bikes
Go faster with our top of the line carbon road bikes. These bikes will make for a smooth and enjoyable performance bike ride.
Off-Road Bikes
Experience the thrill of riding on unpaved paths with our mountain bikes or gravel bikes. Get the suspension, grip and control you need to make the most of your adventure.
Bike Tours Focused on Speed and Distance
Eager to get outside and exercise? Our performance and long-distance tours are made just for you. Whether you’re looking for a 1-hour high-intensity ride or a 2-hour adventure, RentABike has the perfect tours to get you moving.
Learn to Ride in Ottawa
Thinking this is the year for you or someone you know to learn to ride a bike? There is no better time. RentABike offers the ideal bikes, instructors and learning paths to make the most of your learning experience.
Bike Servicing
Thinking of repairing your bike or getting a tune-up? RentABike offers bike servicing and repair. If you would like to get it done for you, our Ottawa bike shop offers affordable and quality service that gets the job done!
We do it for you
Get your bike serviced by our expert mechanics. We offer affordable bike repair and maintenance that will get your bike in ideal condition for the season.
Learn to do it yourself
Learn the basics behind maintaining and repairing your bike. Understand how to solve and avoid common biking issues and receive handy bike maintenance handy tips and tricks from our experts.
Bicycle Flat Repair Course
Basic Bicycle Maintenance Course
Location
Our conveniently located shop makes for the ideal departure location. Begin your journey directly along the Rideau Canal where you’ll find hundreds of kilometres of paved bike paths with no car traffic in sight!
Contact Us
We’re here to help answer any questions you might have. We look forward to hearing from you!
