Entry Into Ottawa’s Museums

• 1 Day
• All year round

Canadian Museum of History & War Museum admission
Breathtaking setting. Majestic architecture. Fascinating exhibitions. Welcome to Canada’s national museum of history, exploring this country’s rich cultural heritage, including the outstanding achievements of First Peoples. Visit the Canadian History Hall, our new signature exhibition, where evidence of the past tells a tale as vast and varied as the land itself. Explore Canada’s history through the diverse experiences and perspectives of the real people who lived it. The Museum is home to the Children’s Museum and CINÉ+. Visitors can enhance their experience with a guided tour, focusing on the highlights of the Museum. The Canadian War Museum is more than a museum that is internationally renowned for its symbolic architecture; it is synonym for inspiring and touching stories. Canada’s rich military history is showcased through artifacts, personal stories, artwork, photos and interactive presentations. Tour the extensive permanent exhibitions and expand your knowledge of the conflicts that shaped Canada, Canadians and the world. Rest and reflect in Memorial Hall. Discover the Museum’s fascinating architectural theme. And chat with a veteran to let history come alive.

Canada Museum of Nature admission
No trip to Ottawa is complete without a visit to the Canadian Museum of Nature where visitors will discover Canada’s diverse nature under one roof. Five floors of galleries include dinosaurs, a blue whale skeleton, iconic Canadian mammals, dazzling minerals and gemstones, Canadian birds and much more! The new Canada Goose Arctic Gallery offers a unique window to the Arctic’s geography, climate, people and wildlife.

National Gallery of Canada admission
See Canada’s visual arts treasures within the lively Ottawa ByWard Market. Discover the remarkable stories that have shaped Canada in the completely reinvented Canadian and Indigenous Galleries. Love photography? You won’t want to miss the Gallery’s new Canadian Photography Institute. If the great masters are more your style, the Gallery is your destination for the country’s finest collection of European art. In addition to the exquisite national collection, during any visit you can take in world-class special exhibitions and engaging activities for all ages. Come celebrate creativity at one of Canada’s most impressive landmarks.

Royal Canadian Mint admission & tour
The Royal Canadian Mint’s headquarters occupies the same historic building in Ottawa where it was founded in 1908. Today, the facility proudly produces world-renowned collector coins, gold and silver bullion, and medals and medallions that honour those who have made a significant impact on Canada. The 45-minute tour is fun, educational and perfect for all ages. Every tour is personally led by a knowledgeable guide who will walk guests through the production process, offer insights on major milestones and entertain with unique stories about the Mint. Tour highlights include: a bird’s eye
view of the production floor, learning about the numismatic coin making process, skill and precision that goes into coin design, a closer look at the Mint’s state-of-the-art gold refining-technology, learning about the record-breaking “Million Dollar Coin”, and getting up close and personal with the 2010 Vancouver Winter Games medals.

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