Top Museums in Hamilton, Ontario
Museums in Hamilton
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- nickuzhovMississauga, Canada29 contributionsIt is one of those places where visitors feel a community behind the exhibition, the dedicated people who want the place to be special and to grow and evolve all the time.
They also brought in the topic of space and its exploration, and there's a 15-minute planetarium show. It may be interesting for kids, but adults can easily skip it.
The on-site eatery is okay, but it has a great view of the nearby airport. (There's also an observation deck.)
The museum shop is huge and very theme-oriented.Written February 19, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Vst448Toronto, Canada132 contributionsFirst of all,this is not a "castle". Someone decided to attract travellers.This is just a big house without any walls and towers. Also this is not Versallis,but Canada is not France. LOL. We liked this place,because they created very good atmosphere of XIX century. A guide Natali had old-fashion dressing. It was so amazing. :-) When I visit historical sites,I always have interest to ordinary things,not fancy sides.I mean that I want to know how people lived in that period.I want to see washrooms,bathrooms, rooms of housekeepers,laundry,kitchen for cooking,storages etc. We could see this side of daily life in XIX century. I am sure that children cannot value this house. I'd recommend to read history and have imagination about that period,before visiting this site.Written February 15, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- lgueretteSarnia, Canada9 contributionsGreat tour - we were able to explore most areas on the ship, the few roped off areas were still viewable. Information signs were plentiful and easy to understand, made our self guided tour a great experience. Be aware, lots of climbing ladders, a few tight spaces - would be a challenge for someone with mobility issues.
We went for the 79th birthday celebration, got to see the big gun fired and talked with a number of former servicemen (including one who actually served on the HMCS Haida!)
Admission cost was very reasonable - go see this one!Written August 29, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - nickuzhovMississauga, Canada29 contributionsDon't expect the full coverage of steam technology from trains to steamboats. This is a museum of one thing, but that thing is displayed nicely. It is a former pump house of the early city's watermain. You can see the moving parts in action (of course, not coal- but electrically powered these days).Written February 26, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- David PDover, UK69 contributionsVisited on a coolish June Monday afternoon. We enjoyed walking through time with the buildings that come from different eras, but sadly no buildings were open to visitors. But we still spent more than two hours there, including some walking on trails outside the village center.Written June 20, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- TorontoMusicmanToronto1,070 contributionsA beautiful building housing varied exhibits.
The place itself is spacious and bright.
Currently it has a Maude Lewis that is excellentWritten December 25, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Sunshine SStoney Creek, Canada2 contributionsTo learn how not to give up your country to Americans. Learn how the loyalists fought the good fight and won. Beautiful and picturesque area that was once a battle ground area.Written April 8, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Sara WDundas, Canada16 contributionsBeautiful old building that once held the Library nicely renovated. Rotating displays all items can be purchased. I bought a unique raku polar bear. Unfortunately, the 'clerk' we had was unfriendly and came off as snobbish. Did not suit the small town feel of Dundas...Maybe better training is needed? Still worth a look around.Written February 11, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Steve HorganOttawa, Canada4 contributionsI'm a vintage and antique appraiser, and when I approached the museum with a unique item, I was happily surprised with the museum's observations and leads they gave me. Very knowledgeable, I look forward to visiting in person.Written May 4, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JeniaTorontoHamilton, Canada162 contributionsVery neat theatre with lots of culture . Be careful in he area when leaving a show as in a shady part of town. Street parking. Do t go alone !
There are stairs going into theatre so not wheelchair accessibleWritten October 1, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - cynthia BHamilton, Canada25 contributionsI really enjoyed all of the memorabilia displayed in the museum and was very surprised by their attention to detail. IT was excellent for students, the curious and people of all ages.Written September 25, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Theo V1 contributionSuch a welcoming and inspiring place! As an aspiring artist, it was so helpful for Josh to share many works/books/resources that inspired him, as well as pointing me in some good directions to take next steps in my pursuits!Written November 18, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- baroomMississauga, Canada2,059 contributionsAfter an outdoor-only visit to Dundurn Castle, our next stop was the Hamilton Military Museum conveniently located southside of the castle grounds, just steps from York Blvd. Originally a gate house built 40 metres away, this 1830s building was moved to its current location in the 1970s. Since we visited during Doors Open Hamilton (May 7), admission was free.
We got a friendly hello from staff at the entrance hall and before long we were on a leisurely self-guided tour. Our time was spent mostly on the first floor browsing the framed displays on the walls--an interesting assemblage of historical information, colourful illustrations and either genuine artifacts or well-made reproductions. There is even a selfie booth/dress-up station where visitors can pose wearing a military coatee a la 1812. Upstairs, there are a few more artifacts, a small movie room, an activity room where kids could play and a current exhibition about 3 Ontarians based on their surviving WWI letters.
This is a small museum and it took us less than 30 mins to explore it.Written June 9, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - AnLil895 contributionsMcMaster’s Art Museum is worth visiting for one of their special exhibits. It’s easy to access the university campus and surrounding area. At the entrance you’ll find two locations for .ca bicycle rentals (sobihamilton): one at the parking lot/bus loop behind the little art museum, and another outside of campus at Sterling-Whitton. Bikes can just as easily be picked up or returned in front of the McMaster University Medical Centre as well, not far from Williams Cafe on Main Street W. If it’s a nice day and you want to explore the neighbourhood, there’s a nice park at Marion Ave-Dromore Crescent, which is also the entrance to both Cootes Paradise Sanctuary trail head, and also the Aviary /greenhouse of the Royal Botanical Garden. A pay parking lot is there, within walking distance of the university, or there are underground pay carlots by the university hospital. Visiting in summer is just as lovely as the early fall, either on or off the busy campus. The flora is beautiful even in Oct. when the leaves turn colour(s).Written June 11, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ticasueWPlaya Jaco, Costa Rica33 contributionsI'm a bit of a Timmies fan, so when I was so close to the original one I had to stop in. It's a fun photo-op at the old style counter upstairs and we enjoyed wandering down the memory lane and being reminded of the old uniforms and cups. Not to mention laughing at the old prices!Written June 23, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hamilton
- These places are best for museums in Hamilton:
- Dundurn Castle
- HMCS Haida National Historic Site
- Battlefield House Museum & Park
- Westfield Heritage Village
- Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology
- These are the best places for kid-friendly museums in Hamilton:
- Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum
- HMCS Haida National Historic Site
- Dundurn Castle
- Westfield Heritage Village
- Battlefield House Museum & Park
- These are the best places for couples seeking museums in Hamilton:See more museums for couples in Hamilton on Tripadvisor
- These are the best places for groups seeking museums in Hamilton:
- Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum
- HMCS Haida National Historic Site
- Dundurn Castle
- Westfield Heritage Village
- Battlefield House Museum & Park
- These are the best places for budget-friendly museums in Hamilton:
- Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum
- HMCS Haida National Historic Site
- Dundurn Castle
- Westfield Heritage Village
- Art Gallery of Hamilton
- These are the best hidden gems for museums in Hamilton:See more hidden gem museums in Hamilton on Tripadvisor