Free Museums and Galleries in Ottawa


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There are many reasons to visit Canada's capital, Ottawa. You may be familiar with Parliament Hill, the historic Rideau Canal (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), and the ByWard Market, but did you know that Ottawa also boasts a sizable collection of museums and art galleries?

Dealiem is here to show you how to get the best deals when accessing these museums (and by best 'deals', we really mean free).

Canadian Museum of History

Canadian Museum of History
located in the Hull area of Gatineau, Quebec, directly across the Ottawa River from Parliament Hill

The Canadian Museum of History is one of Canada's largest and most visited museums in Canada. It welcomes over 1.2 million visitors each year (comparable to the Royal Ontario Museum). With breathtaking views, elaborate architecture, and fascinating exhibits, visitors can explore Canada's rich cultural heritage, including the outstanding achievements of Canada's First Nations.

The deal:
Admission is $21 for adults.
Thursday 5-7pm: free admission (online booking required).


Canadian War Museum

Canadian Museum of History
The Canadian War Museum overlooking the Ottawa River

The Canadian War Museum is one of the world's most respected museums for the study and understanding of armed conflict. With a focus on the human experience of war, this Museum take visitors through the military history of Canada, so that we may honour, remember, and learn from our past.

The deal: Admission is $18 for adults.
Thursday 5-7pm: free admission (online booking required).


National Gallery of Canada

National Gallery of Canada
The National Gallery overlooking the Ottawa River and opposite Canada's Parliament

The National Gallery of Canada houses our nation's most comprehensive collection of Canadian art, including artwork by Emily Carr, Alex Colville, Tom Thomson, and the Group of Seven. The museum's permanent collection includes over 93,000 works from European, American, Asian, Canadian, and indigenous Canadian artists.

The deal: Admission is $20 for adults.
Thursday 5-8pm: free admission to the National Collection (no ticket required).


Canada Aviation and Space Museum

Canada Aviation and Space Museum
The museum has more than 130 civil and military aircraft and artifacts from civil and military service

This massive museum is located on a former military air base just a few kilometers from the Prime Minister's residence in Ottawa. The Canada Aviation and Space Museum focuses on aviation in Canada, aerospace technology, and space flight. Among the museum's highlights are the largest surviving pieces of the infamous Avro Arrow, the original Canadarm (a remote-controlled mechanical arm) used on the Endeavour space shuttle, and the Lancaster bomber from WWII.

The deal: Admission is $16.25 for adults.
Free daily between 4pm and 5pm (advanced ticketing is strongly recommended).


Canada Science and Technology Museum

Canada Science and Technology Museum
11 exhibits with a mandate to preserve Canada's scientific heritage.

Canada's Science and Technology Museum sits on more than 80,000 sqft. and celebrates Canada's scientific and technological contributions. Visitors are invited to interact and play, as they walk through the 11 exhibits, including 'Crazy Kitchen', the many stage demonstrations, and tinker in Exploratek.

The deal: Admission is $18.50 for adults.
Free daily between 4pm and 5pm (advanced ticketing is strongly recommended).


Canadian Museum of Nature

Canadian Museum of Nature
The first building in Canada bult to house a national museum.

As an educational institution, The Canadian Museum of Nature consists of over 14 million specimens relating to the natural world, a number of which are on display in the museum's permanent exhibits. As a scientific institution, scientists and researchers at the museum study our rapidly changing planet contributing to a more sustainable future.

The deal: Admission is $17 for adults.
Free Thursdays (advanced ticketing required).


Ottawa Art Gallery

Ottawa Art Gallery
The OAG is a municipal gallery with a permanant colection of over 1000 works.

Within a few minutes walk from Major Hill and Byward market is the Ottawa Art Gallery (OAG). The OAG houses local, national, and internal work consisting of paintings, sculptures, photography and new media.

The deal: Admission to the Ottawa Art Gallery is always free (donations welcome)


Canada Agriculture and Food Museum

Canada Agriculture and Food Museum
The museum is a working farm, located on a national heritage site.

Located within the Nations capital, and a few kilometres from Byward market, this working farm offers visitors an opportunity to explore Canada's long history of agriculture and be up close and personal with a variety of farm animals including alpacas and horses. Dress for the indoors and outdoors, and pack a light snack.

The deal: Admission is $13.50 for adults.
Free daily betwee0n 4pm and 5pm (advanced ticketing is strongly recommended).


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