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THE 10 BEST Canada Science Museums
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Yaletown & False Creek North
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Vieux-Montreal (Old Montreal)
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Granville Island & Fairview
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What travellers are saying
- Valise80 contributionsAfter a 10 year absence this was a flying visit to the Canadian Museum of Nature in Ottawa on a Thursday evening (5-8pm being free). Started at my favourite part - the video of the dinosaur extinction which has had some improvement to the sound and light show part of it. Bring on the lightning! Up to the top floor to see the Arctic exhibit: ecology, culture and 6 slabs of ice, real ice, with images projected onto it, that people could touch. Down to the birds, a temporary exhibit on wolves (which frankly could have been better), the mammal dioramas (which I love but the routing needs to be improved and why are people allowed to eat in galleries), the earth (the globe that showed Pangea and tectonic movements is gone as are the bats in the cavern - I was not the only one looking for them) and then the water.... miss the now gone weather section, much was ecology and climate change the "touching pool". The last we did not do as I think the creatures in the mock Pacific "rock pools" must be traumatised by all these humans invading their space.Written August 23, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Travel25346533585891 contributionsScience World has an interesting mix of science. There are many interesting exhibits. We visited with our young nephews and nieces and they really enjoyed it. It is obviously a small city exhibit. Enjoy it for what it is. A good rainy day attraction.Written April 2, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Eva TUnited Kingdom4,101 contributionsWe took a guided bus tour so we saw this great architectural building which left from EXPO '67 on Saint Helen's Island and where was the American exposition. I was glad that we saw it and it is still standing but I doubt that we would go there by ourselves as there is so much to see in Downtown.Written August 21, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- felicia LChicago, IL3 contributionsGreat museum -- well researched and beautiful exhibits. It is a combination of the geological and ecological history of Manitoba but also of the people who live there. Really nicely laid out -- great for kidsWritten July 9, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- heatherkirbee71 contributionsWhat they had was amazing! The beauty of their insect displays were phenomenal and the butterfly room was magical. My only critique was I wish there was more especially for the cost of admission.Written April 23, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- doug n2 contributionswe have not been here in years but we found this venue just as much fun and interest as always great for kids and adults alikeWritten August 30, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Caren A1 contributionLots of geology exhibits. Not much that’s hands-on for kids, and the whole place seems a bit tired (the space exhibit is really dated) but very interesting rocks and minerals.Written August 19, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- PhilipLeicLeicester, UK1,665 contributionsVery much enjoyed not only looking at the exhibits but having a go on the many interactive ones as well. Great for families of all ages. Luckily when we went it was not busy and only one school group of little children was visiting but I can imagine it getting busy if several groups visiting which would make it harder to interact with exhibits.Written December 8, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Matthew MFarmington, NY304 contributionsJust an ok science museum. I think I'm glad I went- and I often go to different science museums when I'm traveling mostly since they're free with the reciprocity program with our local science museum. But this was mostly just ok. Felt kinda small and not super interesting. Even the show on pyrotechnics felt unclear and hard to hear and seemingly not containing any science content. We left after an hour and we had to push ourselves to last the hourWritten September 2, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- David M4 contributionsMany of the interactive items were very tire, worn out or missing parts.
Staff were very helpful.
Needs an upgrade.
Value for the price for 4 with extra parking charge a bit high.
Christmas Lights were a nice touch.Written December 17, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Lisa R6 contributionsWell set up for children to enjoy their visit. Lots of activities and rest areas. Interactive sand is mesmerizing !
Would be nice if the beaver area was in a larger area for viewing as we were cramped in a small hallway, and not a lot of people in tank area.Written July 18, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - msc363Washington DC, DC130 contributionsThis experience exceeded our expectations. The displays upstairs are thoughtful and engaging. The small aquarium downstairs was fun to see too as we learned about the various fish. The highlight was the Fish Hatchery tour where we learned about the life cycle of fish and got to tour the facilities and feed the fish. This would definitely be awesome for families and kids of any age. We even had a blast as adults with our teen as we just love learning about animals and nature.Written September 9, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Olga P3 contributionsAll in all, a great Visit! Best place to go with a pre-schooler, lots of fun activities. Teens walked around looking at stuff, so that's not bad for something science related 🙂 as I said, a good visit. Won't regret it.Written August 30, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- SilverOrlovBedford, Canada2,304 contributionsIn fact, this is a very interesting place for children, where on 4 floors in sum you can learn interesting sides about things like different types of energy, or about the hockey. There is a small cafeteria and a room where children can do different things, which I called for myself “teaching a child to love science.” But in my opinion the price is higher than normal. Let’s just say that either there is a need for more space with something more interesting, or the price is a little lower. In my opinion it’s too much now.Written June 2, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Charles088882 contributionsWe were a group of 20 people, kids and grown ups, for a night at the bunker! We had a bunch or activities, learned how to survive 50 years from now and had a blast!Written March 23, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
