Out & About Ottawa-brought to you by Ottawa Tourism 

Looking to complement your TIAC Tourism Congress experience with neat experiences in Canada’s Capital Region?

As Canada’s capital, Ottawa has a substantial amount of history and culture that can captivate a new visitor or even the most experienced traveller. The myriad of museums and galleries offer a glimpse into everything from Canada’s social and military history, to buildings that house impressive aircraft collections and explain technological breakthroughs, to astounding natural wonders and world-class art.

Admission is always free at the following museums:

• The Ottawa Art Gallery for the most comprehensive display ever presented of historic and contemporary works associated with the Ottawa region
• The Bank of Canada Museum to learn about the important role of people in the economy through hands-on interactive exhibits

Seven national museums located in Ottawa–Gatineau are part of Canada’s National Museums Passport, giving you access to 3 museums for 3 days for $35.

• Canadian Museum of History
• Canadian Museum of Nature
• Canadian War Museum
• National Gallery of Canada
• Canada Science and Technology Museum
• Canada Agriculture and Food Museum
• Canada Aviation and Space Museum

The National Museums Passport can be purchased at the museums listed above or at the Capital Information Kiosk (90 Wellington Street). You can learn more about the passport here: www.museumspassport.ca

Canadian Museum of History. Credit: Destination Canada.