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 Interesting Interactive Museum |
1867 Saint Laurent Boulevard (At Lancaster Road) Ottawa, ON K1G 5A3 Canada +1 613 991 3044 www.sciencetech.technomuses.ca |
The largest of its kind in Canada, this museum allows you to push buttons, turn dials and pull levers to experience science and technology first-hand. Discover artifact-rich exhibits, which detail subjects from marine and land transportation to space travel and communication technologies. The Technology Park, open only in summer, features everything from a locomotive to a rocket. Guided tours and demonstrations are given daily. Admission: CAD6 adults; CAD5 students and seniors; CAD3 children 4-14; CAD14 families; free for children under 4 and members. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Fun for the kids |
100 Laurier St (Museum of Civilization) Ottawa, ON J8X 4H2 Canada +1 819 776 7000 / +1 800 555 5621 http://www.civilization.ca/ |
Visitors to this one-of-a-kind museum are given passports, which they can stamp as they go on an interactive tour through a series of exhibits representing different regions of the world. Activities include playing African musical instruments, decoding hieroglyphics in a miniature pyramid, shopping in an international marketplace and constructing a Balinese shadow puppet. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Interactive History Museum |
100 Laurier Street (Near Papineau) Ottawa, QC J8X 4H2 Canada +1 819 776 7000 / +1 800 555 5621 http://www.civilization.ca/ |
Located on the shore of the Ottawa River, across from Parliament Hill, the Museum of Civilization opened to rave reviews in 1989 and is home to over three and a half million artifacts and exhibits of national historical and cultural importance. The museum is also home to the interactive Canadian Children's Museum. Several IMAX features are available. Admission: CAD10 Adults; CAD7 Seniors; CAD6 Students; CAD4 Children 3-12. IMAX Admission (/including museum): CAD9.50/17 Adults; CAD8/13 Students; CAD8/14 Seniors; CAD7/10 Children 3-12. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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All things philatelic |
100 Laurier St (Near Hotel-de-Ville) Ottawa, ON J8X 4H2 Canada +1 819 776 7000 / +1 800 555 5621 http://www.civilization.ca/ |
Founded on the belief that postal systems have been an important component in human communication over the course of history, this expansive collection of philatelic objects is now a branch of the Canadian Museum of Civilization in Hull, just across the river from Ottawa and Parliament Hill. Admission is included in the Museum of Civilization: CAD10 adults; CAD7 seniors; CAD6 students; CAD4 children 3-12; CAD22 families of four, maximum two adults. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 An urban oasis |
Prince of Wales Drive (at Experimental Farm Drive) Ottawa, ON K1G 5A3 Canada +1 613 230 3276 http://www.friendsofthefarm.ca/ |
This 500-hectare working farm is hard to miss, as it is situated in the center of the nation's capital. The unique farming laboratory boasts a crew of scientists who give farmers and food manufacturers across the country useful information. The federal government runs the research station, and it's free to walk around the extensive grounds and view the variety of animals. Pop by the interesting Canada Agriculture Museum and tropical greenhouse located on the grounds. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Summon your courage |
44 Sparks St (at Elgin Street) Ottawa, ON K1P 5A8 Canada +1 613 232 0344 http://www.hauntedwalk.com/ott... |
An evening ghost walk is a fun way to learn more about Ottawa's history. Departing from D'Arcy McGee's Irish Pub on Sparks Street, the lantern-lit tour explores graveyards and old haunts during the 90-minute walk. Scary stories, all true, are the only things that are going to jump out at you; there are no unexpected surprises en route. It is a great family night out. Wheelchairs are welcome, but some assistance getting over a few curbs may be necessary. See their website for further information. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 A Celebration of Nature |
Various venues Ottawa, ON Canada +1 613 831 2253 (Coordinator) http://www.ncrwildlifefestival... |
Ask anyone around the world what they think of Canada and this country's rich natural endowment will most likely come up and for good reason. Some of the most beautiful treasures of nature are here, and this event celebrates this fact. Guided walks, photo exhibits and educational programs make this annual month-long festival memorable. Although Ottawa is an urban area, city, provincial and national officials have ensured that substantial natural habitat is preserved. The Canadian Museum of Nature is a good starting point. Most events are free of charge, though regular museum admission applies. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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All about Canada |
395 Wellington St (At Bay) Ottawa, ON K1A 0N4 Canada +1 613 996 5115 / +1 866 299 1699 http://www.nlc-bnc.ca/ |
A visit to this library could take you about 30 minutes, or it could be a multi-day experience. Open since 1953, the building houses two copies of every manuscript published in Canada, which totals more than 10 million publications. In addition to the library's extensive collection of books, there is also a music section that features records, tapes, compact discs, sheet music and even Glenn Gould's piano. Librarians respond to some 100,000 inquiries each year, so this is the ultimate Canadian information source. Settle down for a good read. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mounties up close and personal |
1 Sandridge Road RCMP Rockcliffe Stables Ottawa, ON K1G 3J2 Canada +1 613 998 8199 / +1 613 993 7267 http://www.rcmp.ca/musicalride/ |
A visit to the RCMP Rockcliffe Stables brings you up close to the famous red-coated Canadian Mounties and their graceful four-legged mounts. After meeting the horses, you can visit the farrier station and walk through the tack room. The riding school provides a closer look at the challenging choreography the Mounties must master. You can also see the stately carriages that are used in royal escorts when the Queen visits Canada. The Musical Ride is a sight to behold, featuring choreographed demonstrations to music complete with lances and pennons. Tours and admission are free of charge. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Multimedia cultural history |
Wellington Street (Parliament Hill) Ottawa, ON K1A 0A2 Canada +1 613 239 5000 / +1 800 465 1867 (Toll Free) http://www.canadascapital.gc.c... |
For such a young country, Canada has a surprising number of national and international sources of pride. From the earliest aboriginal prehistory to the most recent peacekeeping mission, Canada's history is brought to life in this epic, multimedia event. Moving music and mega-projections grace Parliament Hill in a free production that speaks to both young and old. English presentations are first on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, and French presentations are first the other days, July through September. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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