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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 |
 Fitness, fun and friendship |
Various venues throughout the city Ottawa, ON J8X 3X5 Canada +1 819 770 6556 / +1 877 770 6556 http://www.csm-mcs.com/?flash=yes |
The Canadian ski marathon was founded in 1967, designed to be the longest in the world. You don't have to do all 160km to celebrate Canada's winter season, though. You can do as little as 15km just to sample the trail through Western Quebec. The tour usually attracts up to 2,000 skiers, from ages 3 to 84. Although competitive at times, the event is really a family affair. Participants are supported with free snacks and wax services along the trail. The event is free for spectators, but participants must register for fees ranging from CAD46-190. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Steam train excursion |
165 Deveault Street (Near Jean Proulx) Ottawa, ON J8Z 1S7 Canada +1 819 778 7246 / +1 800 871 7246 http://www.steamtrain.ca/ |
This 64-kilometre train journey, from Hull to Wakefield, will take you back in time while you enjoy the passing beauty of the Outaouais region. The clickety-clack of the steam train, which dates from 1907, will capture your imagination; and the trip allows ample time to explore the quaint village of Wakefield, where you can shop or grab a meal at one of the fabulous restaurants. The half-day journey follows the banks of the historic Gatineau River and winds through the wilderness of Gatineau Park. Admission: CAD29 Adults; CAD26 Seniors; CAD25 Students; CAD14 Children; CAD74 Families. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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