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Canadian War Museum

1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0M8, Canada
819-776-7000
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Ranked #1 of 96 attractions in Ottawa
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Type: Military Museums, History Museums
Owner description: Discover the military history of Canada through a vast collection of artifacts, moving personal stories, works of art, and unforgettable photography.... more » Owner description: Discover the military history of Canada through a vast collection of artifacts, moving personal stories, works of art, and unforgettable photography. Explore the human conflicts that have shaped Canada, Canadians and the world. With its prize-winning, richly symbolic architecture, the War Museum, provides a spectacular setting for exhibitions, public programs and other events that illustrate the way in which human conflict, in Canada and around the globe, has changed the face of the world. « less
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Ontario
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

There is so much more to the War Museum than war. Displays are interactive, interesting. History galore, Expect to spend several hours here. Enjoy

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Ottawa, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Always enjoy going here. With new exhibitions all the time there is usually something new to see. As a veteran I appreciate the free entrance and enjoy bringing friends and family here. It is a must see when coming to Ottawa.

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Cornwall, Ontario, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

Fascinating with alot of new items to see, for war buffs it is a special place not to forget the fallen.

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Toronto, Canada
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

I hate war, and all its equipment! I love peaceful places, not war oriented. Although it is good to advice yourself by seeing the history behind war.

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Nanaimo, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

I think the museum and others are free Thursday nights 4 to 8 pm. Please check this out. We spent 3 hours there and it wasn't enough. My husband was fascinated. I was on information overload. It is well worth the visit.

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Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

The War museum was wonderfully laid out, with tons of interesting artefacts, memos and demonstrations. A truly beautiful and imposing place. One down bit: we happened to be there at the same time as several school groups, and we were horrified at their lack of silence and respect in the museum.

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Ottawa, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Honors the men and woman who fought for freedom. The headstone of the Unknown Soldier from the First World War is directly illuminated by the sun each Remembrance Day, November 11, at 11 a.m.

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Calabogie, Ontario, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We took our grandsons to the War Museum on a school break day, and had a wonderful time. The layout is very logical, and the whole place has the feel of a bunker! Lots of explanations about the displays, and the staff were welcoming and knowledgable. Some of the veterans there gave excellent information to the boys about the equipment.... More

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Stockport, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

Really interesting and well laid out. There is loads to see so leave plenty of time to make sure that you can see all the different sections

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Pickering, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

Despite not being a fan of war time stuff, I found it interesting. The large plans and tanks were spectacular to see up close and personal.

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