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Canadian Museum of Contemporary Photography

Canadian Museum of Contemporary Photography
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Type of Attraction
Museums
Neighborhood
Downtown
Interests That Apply
Photography, Art
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Price: $0-$5
Admission is free on Thursday evenings.
Is there parking?: Limited
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Mobility Assistance Available: Wheelchair Stroller
Water/Drinks: Available at attraction or nearby.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Restrooms: Available
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Canadian Museum of Contemporary Photography

Photography Museum

Canada's Photographic Legacy


Family Time Off The Beaten Path

Address: Phone:
1 Rideau Canal
(next to the Chateau Laurier)
Ottawa, ON K1N 9N6
+1 613 990 8257
Fax: +1 613 990 6542

Description

This museum, located just north of Confederation Square and nestled between the Chateau Laurier Hotel and the Rideau Canal, has been showcasing the works of talented Canadian photographers since 1992. The building was once part of a tunnel that connected the hotel with an old railway station that is now the Government Conference Centre. Exhibitions at the museum are constantly evolving and changing. For photography buffs, the bookstore is a must.


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Times & Dates

Open Hours: 10am-8pm, Thurs; 10am-5pm, Fri-Wed, May-Sept; 10am-5pm, Tues-Wed, Fri-Sun, Oct-Apr
Visit Time: 30min-1hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: $0-$5
Price Notes: Admission is free on Thursday evenings.

Exposure

Indoor with climate control.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this attraction: Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this attraction: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Best Modes of Transportation: Bus Taxi Walking
Notes: The museum can be a little hard to find, as it looks as though it is part of the Fairmont Chateau Laurier Hotel. Look for the entrance just to the west of the main hotel entrance.
Parking Availability: Limited
Average Price per Hour: $5-$10
Parking Safety: Safe
Notes: The closest parking is in the garage of the Fairmont Chateau Laurier.


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