Canadian Museum of Nature
Museums
Downtown
Science, History, Architecture
Mobility Assistance Available: Wheelchair
Stroller
Elevator
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Canadian Museum of Nature
Canada's Natural History
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240 McLeod St (near Metcalfe) Ottawa, ON K1P 6P4 |
+1 613 566 4700 / +1 800 263 4433 |
Description
A walk through this heritage building, which chronicles Canada's natural history, will take you back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the landscape and glaciers covered 80 per cent of the country's landmass. Exhibits examine the country's biodiversity, the history of Canada's aboriginal peoples and life in the far north. Check website or call for admission fees and special deals.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: 9:30am-8pm, Thurs; 9:30am-5pm, Fri-Wed, May-Sept; 9:30am-5pm, Tues-Wed, Fri-Sun, Oct-AprVisit Time: 1hr-3hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: $0-$5
Discounts Available: Nature Card (free!)
Payment Types: VISA, MASTERCARD
Exposure
Indoor with climate control.Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, SeniorAges that would most enjoy this site: All Ages
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Best Modes of Transportation:
Bus
Taxi
Walking
Notes: Traffic patterns near the museum are confusing, with several one-way streets. To drop passengers at the museum entrance, take McLeod Street eastbound from Elgin Street.
Parking Availability: Limited
Average Price per Hour: $0-$5
Parking Safety: Safe
Notes: The museum's lot is fairly small, and nearby street parking is limited.
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