Visit the Canadian Museum of History to discover the events, experiences, people, and objects that have shaped Canada's culture and history. Explore permanent and international exhibitions.
About this ticket
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Printed voucher required
- Valid 1 day
- Instant confirmation
- Wheelchair accessible
Experience
Highlights
- Learn about more than 15,000 years of Canada’s rich history
- Discover permanent and special exhibitions in galleries spread over four floors
- Marvel at the world’s largest indoor collection of totem poles
Full description
Experience Canada’s rich history in exciting new ways at The Canadian Museum of History. Tour the expansive permanent and international exhibitions.
The Museum is located five minutes from downtown Ottawa and Parliament Hill. Explore immersive galleries and learn about the outstanding achievements of First Peoples. The signature exhibition, the Canadian History Hall, reveals the events, personalities, and historical currents that have shaped Canada.
Make the most of your visit with the free multilingual museum guide. Download the app prior to arrival to unlock exhibition overviews, interactive maps, images, and 360-degree virtual reality tours.
Includes
- Admission to the Canadian Museum of History
- Access to permanent galleries and special exhibitions
- Multilingual Museum Guide app (available for download)
- Complimentary coat check
- Admission to the Children's Museum
- Admission to 1 CINÉ+ film
- Food or drinks
- Parking
Covid-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Date
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Meeting point
The Canadian Museum of History (includes the Canadian Children’s Museum), 100 Rue Laurier, Gatineau, Quebec, Canada. You can exchange your printed GYG voucher for your entry ticket(s) at the box office. The Museum is easily accessible from downtown Ottawa by foot, bicycle, public transit, Aqua-Taxi (summer) or car.
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
Not allowed
- Smoking
- Food and drinks
- Pets (assistance dogs allowed)
Know before you go
- Due to limited timed entry requirements, you will need to make a separate reservation with the museum in advance and based upon availability.
- Museum opening hours vary seasonally
- Parking is available on site
- Children 12 years of age and above can visit the Museum by themselves
- Children under 12 years of age need an adult escort