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Museums, Galleries & Historical Sites in Ottawa Region
Whether you want to explore one of Canada's national museums or galleries or want to tour Rideau Hall, Ottawa, Gatineau, Almonte, Nepean and Perth have what you're looking for. Interested in past wars? Visit Diefenbunker, Canada's Cold War Museum or the Canadian War Museum. Or see Watson's Mill, or the Mackenzie King Estate, or one of the many pioneer villages across the region for an authentic glimpse of historical life. Whatever your passion, you'll find a place to catch your eye in Ottawa, Ontario.
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Bank of Canada Museum
A museum about the economy – it's cooler than you think. The Bank of Canada Museum is dedicated to educating Canadians about our central bank, the economy and the history of money—and to do it in fun and engaging ways.
Canadian Museum of History
No visit to the National Capital Region is complete without a trip to one of Canada’s most popular museums, featuring 15,000 years of Canadian social and human history, and programming for visitors of all ages.
Canadian Children's Museum (part of the Canadian Museum of History)
The Canadian Children’s Museum reopens May 18 with your most-beloved destinations! Discover the world through play and family time. Safety measures include timed entry and enhanced cleaning measures. Pre-booking required. Limited capacity. Masks are strongly encouraged.
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Canadian Museum Of Nature
Just minutes from Parliament Hill, the Canadian Museum of Nature features world-class galleries with iconic mammals, dinosaur fossils, a blue whale skeleton and Arctic Gallery, plus 3D movies, special exhibitions, guided tours, workshops, group rates (min.15 ppl) and event venues.
Canadian War Museum
The must-see Canadian War Museum explores the cost of conflict through unique architectural features, galleries filled with works of art and military hardware, and spaces for quiet reflection.
Diefenbunker: Canada's Cold War Museum
Descend 75 feet underground and experience Ottawa’s immersive history destination. This impressive four-storey Cold War communications headquarters is now a one-of-a-kind museum and national historic site.
Royal Canadian Mint Tours
See some of the world's most stunning hand-crafted collectible coins & Olympic medals. Guided tours feature a fascinating behind-the-scene look at the Mint's historic facility. Learn about the largest coin ever produced! Year-round tours.
Visit Canada’s Parliament
Join a free guided tour of the Senate or the House of Commons, or take in an innovative multimedia show with Parliament: The Immersive Experience. Separate tickets are required for each building and can be reserved at Visit.parl.ca.
Canadian Children's Museum (part of the Canadian Museum of History)
The Canadian Children’s Museum reopens May 18 with your most-beloved destinations! Discover the world through play and family time. Safety measures include timed entry and enhanced cleaning measures. Pre-booking required. Limited capacity. Masks are strongly encouraged.
Canadian Museum Of Nature
Just minutes from Parliament Hill, the Canadian Museum of Nature features world-class galleries with iconic mammals, dinosaur fossils, a blue whale skeleton and Arctic Gallery, plus 3D movies, special exhibitions, guided tours, workshops, group rates (min.15 ppl) and event venues.
Royal Canadian Mint Tours
See some of the world's most stunning hand-crafted collectible coins & Olympic medals. Guided tours feature a fascinating behind-the-scene look at the Mint's historic facility. Learn about the largest coin ever produced! Year-round tours.