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Locations & Directions | Getting Here | How to Get Around the City Local TransportationCourtesy of Ottawa Tourism and City of Ottawa Once you have arrived in Ottawa, you will find it to be one of the easiest cities anywhere to get yourself from one place to another. Your travel options are numerous. Public Transit is readily available, in the form of buses and light rail. In addition, numerous tour bus and Riverboat companies offer a great way to see the city. In fact, there are even companies that combine both options, utilizing vehicles that convert from buses to boats! The city is also well equipped for pedestrians! Most of the major attractions in the downtown area are within walking distance of each other. As well, the abundance of bike paths throughout the whole city, allow a great way to take in the full beauty of Ottawa. Public Transportation There are two city bus systems in Canada’s Capital region. OC Transpo [(613) 741-4390] operates buses in Ottawa-Carleton on the Ontario side of the Ottawa River, the Société de transport de l’Outaouais (STO) [(819)770-3242] operates buses in the Outaouais region on the Quebec side f the Ottawa River. You can transfer between them along Rideau and Wellington Streets in Ottawa and around the Portage Bridge area and at Place d’Accueil on Maisonneuve Boulevard in Hull.
Walking/JoggingOttawa has an abundance of parkland, pathways and wide, safe sidewalks to help you navigate your way around the city. Take a leisurely stroll on your own, participate in a guided walking tour or for the more energetic, join in with a local running group who routinely weave their way along the pathways and streets of Ottawa. Inline Skating/CyclingWithin Ottawa there are approximately 170km of paved pathways, dedicated specifically to those wishing to use "foot" power as their mode of transportation. Either by walking, jogging, inline skating or cycling, one can enjoy the beauty of Ottawa, without fear of navigating through motorized traffic.
Air Service: The West Carleton Municipal Airport [(613) 839-5276] is located west of Ottawa on Highway 17. It is a small airport, used primarily by charter airlines and private aircraft. The regional air ambulance service is also based here. The Gatineau-Ottawa Executive Airport is across the Ottawa River in Quebec, close to Hull. It is used for private aircraft. Charter sightseeing flights of the region are available; Automobile Rentals: Prices vary and change frequently. Taxis: $2.00 for the first 85 metres and 10 cents for each additional 85 metres. Taxis and Limousines Airport Limousines Blue Line Taxi Co. Limited Millennium Limousine Service
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