The 10 Best Museums in Ottawa, Canada

February 3, 2022 Enriqueta Cusson

Canada's capital is a compact, clean, cleverly planned center of culture and politics and a destination for every season. Start downtown at the architecturally stunning National Gallery of Canada, and don't miss the Canadian Museum of Nature and the Canada Aviation and Space Museum. Rideau Canal offers boating in the summer and turns into the world’s largest skating rink when frozen in the winter. Gatineau Park attracts cyclists and walkers, while Byward Market blends old and new Ottawa.
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1. Flo Glassblowing

957C Gladstone Ave, Ottawa, Ontario K1Y 3E5 Canada +1 613-695-3563 http://floglassblowing.ca/
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Flo Glassblowing

358 Richmond Rd Between Churchill and Roosevelt, Ottawa, Ontario K2A 0E8 Canada +1 613-729-0003 http://www.wallspacegallery.ca/
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3. Applecrate Galleries

5530 Manotick Main Street, Ottawa, Ontario K4M 1A2 Canada +1 613-286-3920 [email protected] http://www.applecrategalleries.ca
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Applecrate Galleries

Applecrate Galleries supports the local art community, as well as brings in top national and international artists. Applecrate Galleries has new exhibits running monthly and welcomes the community to come and view the work with no entrance fees. Most works are for sale.

13 Murray St, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 9M5 Canada +1 613-241-2767 [email protected] http://www.LAPaiGallery.com
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L.A. Pai Gallery

For twenty years L. A. Pai Gallery has been the leading venue in Canada's capital for contemporary jewelry and sculptural arts. Shop here for silver and designer jewellery in Ottawa's historic Byward Market. Find bronze, glass, ceramic sculptures, paintings, prints and textiles in this contemporary Canadian gallery located near the National Gallery of Canada. Award-winning artists, both established and emerging, are from across Nunavut in the far North and from rural and urban communities from east to west coasts. Follow us on Instagram/lapaigallery and Facebook/L.A.PaiGallery to learn about current exhibitions and events.

5. Studio Sixty Six

858 Bank St, Ottawa, Ontario K1S 3W3 Canada +1 613-800-1641 [email protected] http://studiosixtysix.ca
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Studio Sixty Six

An Ottawa art gallery devoted to showcasing primarily regional artists, with a focus on culturally and conceptually diverse solo and group exhibitions. It is the city's best spot to find unique, thought-provoking art in a wide variety of media. As part of our art gallery's program, we provide art lovers, art collectors, and designers with the opportunity to access the best new cutting edge artwork

380 Sussex Dr, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 9N4 Canada +1 613-990-1985 [email protected] http://www.gallery.ca/en/index.php
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National Gallery of Canada

The National Gallery of Canada is committed to offering a welcoming and safe place for our visitors, employees and volunteers. To that end, in response to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, we have CLOSED the Gallery and cancelled all events and activities until further notice. Founded in 1880, the National Gallery of Canada (Musee des beaux-arts du Canada) holds in trust a collection of European and Canadian paintings, sculptures, prints, drawings and photos.

Reviewed By whereverman - Hong Kong, China

A national treasure and my favourite spot in Ottawa. The gallery has a wonderful collection of Canadian and Modern Art. The building itself is a work of art with enormous glass ceilings and sunny courtyards between exhibits.

7. Canadian War Museum

1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0M8 Canada +1 800-555-5621 [email protected] https://www.warmuseum.ca/
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Canadian War 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 personal stories, artwork, photographs and interactive presentations. Tour the extensive permanent exhibitions and expand your knowledge of the conflicts that shaped Canada, Canadians and the world, as well as the roll Canadians played in them.

Reviewed By Expedition211142 - Victoria, Canada

I spent the better part of 4 hours here visiting the numerous rooms depicting Canada's Military History, watching several short videos, and looking at the 3 dozen or so collection on military vehicles and weapons. This is a must see place in Ottawa when you are there. There is also a nice gift shop for souvenirs.

8. Museum of Classical Antiquities

70 Laurier Ave E, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 6N6 Canada http://arts.uottawa.ca/cla-srs/en/museum
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Museum of Classical Antiquities

University of Ottawa presents a permanent exhibit of antiques from the Greco-Roman ages in the Mediterranean region.

9. The Snow Goose

83 Sparks St, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5A5 Canada +1 613-232-2213 [email protected] http://snowgoose.ca/
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10. Laurier House National Historic Site

335 Laurier Ave E, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 6R4 Canada +1 613-992-8142 [email protected] http://www.pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/on/laurier/
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Laurier House National Historic Site

Entering the former residence of two of Canada’s most important Prime Ministers is like stepping into the inner sanctum of our country’s political history. For over fifty years this Second Empire mansion in downtown Ottawa was at the heart of Canadian political life, serving as the residence of both Sir Wilfrid Laurier and the Rt. Hon. William Lyon Mackenzie King. Here they entertained dignitaries and politicians while often conducting the business of state.

Reviewed By klam_chowder8

Were very pleasantly surprised by the engaging staff, who are enthusiastic to share their knowledge and stories of the house and its collection. This wonderfully preserved home is chocked full of an incredible number of authentic artifacts (not replicas) - definitely worth a visit to the residence of two of our Prime Ministers (Sir Wilfred Laurier and Lyon Mackenzie King). The staff let visitors freely browse, but every one we asked a question had very interesting insights to share - take the time to chat with them!

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