Montréal Trip Overview
* A historic sightseeing cruise aboard the Empress of Ottawa（Availability : May – October 10）
* Parliament Hill, a must-see in Canada’s Capital
* Rideau Canal – UNESCO World Heritage Site
* Rideau Hall – the official residence of both the Canadian monarch and the Governor General of Canada
* Chance to Vistit Canadian Museum of History and War Museum
IMPORTANT:
Starting from September 1st 2021, all travellers of 12 years old and more are required to be fully vaccinated with proof of vaccination from one of the recognized COVID-19 vaccines.
So, please make sure to bring vaccine proof (2 vaccines) + an ID
Additional Info
Duration: 13 hours
Starts: Montréal, Canada
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
Explore Montréal Promoted Experiences
What to Expect When Visiting Montréal, Québec, Canada
* A historic sightseeing cruise aboard the Empress of Ottawa（Availability : May – October 10）
* Parliament Hill, a must-see in Canada’s Capital
* Rideau Canal – UNESCO World Heritage Site
* Rideau Hall – the official residence of both the Canadian monarch and the Governor General of Canada
* Chance to Vistit Canadian Museum of History and War Museum
IMPORTANT:
Starting from September 1st 2021, all travellers of 12 years old and more are required to be fully vaccinated with proof of vaccination from one of the recognized COVID-19 vaccines.
So, please make sure to bring vaccine proof (2 vaccines) + an ID
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Ottawa River, Ontario Canada
（Availability: May – October 10）Set sail on a 75-minute historic sightseeing cruise aboard the Empress of Ottawa. Enjoy incredible views of the city, waterways, and scenic highlights. Admire unobstructed views of passing landmarks. Look out for highlights like the Parliament of Canada, Canadian Museum of History, Rideau Falls, the Prime Minister’s residence, the Royal Canadian Mint, the National Gallery of Canada, magnificent riverfront Embassies, and the Rideau Falls. Bilingual (English/French) guided tour provided
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Stop At: Parliament Hill and Buildings, 111 Wellington St, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6 Canada
One of Canada’s most iconic sites and a must-see when visiting Canada’s capital
Duration: 2 hours
Pass By: Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Ottawa, Ontario K7A 2A8 Canada
The canal was opened in 1832 as a precaution in case of war with the United States. It remains in use today primarily for pleasure boating, with most of its original structures intact, operated by Parks Canada. The locks on the system open for navigation in mid-May and close in mid-October. It is the oldest continuously operated canal system in North America, and in 2007 it was registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Stop At: Canadian Museum of History, 100 Laurier St, Gatineau, Quebec K1A 0M8 Canada
The museum’s primary purpose is to collect, study, preserve, and present material objects that illuminate the human history of Canada and the cultural diversity of its people
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Canadian War Museum, 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0M8 Canada
(Available from late October to May) The museum covers all facets of Canada’s military past, from the first recorded instances of death by armed violence in Canadian history several hundred years ago to the country’s most recent involvement in conflicts. It includes major permanent exhibitions on wars that have been fought on Canadian soil, the total wars of the twentieth century, the Cold War and peace support operations abroad, and Canada’s history of honouring and remembrance. There is also an open storage area displaying large objects from the Museum’s collection, from naval guns to tanks, from motorcycles to jet aircraft. The exhibits depict Canada’s military past in its personal, national and international dimensions, with emphasis on the human experience of war and the manner in which war has affected, and been affected by, Canadians’ participation.
War Museum is a replacement activity for cruise, and will be available only when cruise season ended.
Duration: 2 hours
