Tours and Routes
Ottawa bike tours, designed for you!
Are you interested in a guided tour of the Capital’s most prominent and interesting destinations? RentABike is the original premium bike tour service offering bike tours around Ottawa and Gatineau since 1976 to help you see the best of both these cities. Our mature and experienced guides bring you to the most beautiful sights and shed light on the region’s history.
Are you and your family looking to explore the city and region by yourself? We’ve got phenomenal route suggestions for you. See our route section below!
Bike tours
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.
Ottawa-Gatineau Getaway
Ottawa River, Chaudière Island and Rideau Canal Loop
10 km | 2 hours | 10 am and 2 pm departures
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.
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.
Swim and Bike
Sussex Dr, Rockcliffe Park, Ottawa River and River House
10 km | 2 hours | 10 am and 2 pm departures
Cruise to swim the Ottawa at River House with stops at Rideau Hall and Rideau Falls.
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.
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 summer. 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
Take advantage of our family bike rental packages. Contact us to learn more or reserve your bike now!
Bike Tours
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.
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.
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 bikes. 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.
Meet Our Guides
Our guides are far more than your average bike tour guide. They each have a passion for biking, lots of knowledge about the region and decades of biking experience.
HARRY MUSSON
Owner since 1981
Cyclist, skier, swimmer
ART MILINER
Cyclist, skier, coach
MARIT QUIST-CORBETT
Teacher ++
English, French, Spanish, Dutch
Explore Canada’s Capital and Region by Yourself
Choose your own time and pace.
Parks Canada Canal app
Cornell Univ birding app
RIdeau Canal, Ottawa River, Lac Leamy, Champlain Lookout, cafes, National museums, woodlands, lakes/ponds, beaches …?
Choose a route and bike model with our knowledgeable staff, and go enjoy the moment. You will start with everything you need : helmets, locks, panniers, maps, whatever!
Recommendations? No problem! Prepare now! Take a look at some of the routes below!
Contact Us
We’re here to help answer any questions you might have. We look forward to hearing from you!
