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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 97 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, Canada
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67 reviews 67 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
54 helpful votes 54 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

Great array of war memorabilia. My only complaint was the tiny exhibit on the Afghanistan War. This considering that Canada served in this war longer than any other war.

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Plattsburgh, New York
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24 attraction reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

Our bus load of senior citizens really enjoyed the War Museum. As always most would have even enjoyed more time allotted but so much to see in Ottawa area.

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Montreal, Canada
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25 reviews 25 reviews
8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

Ottawa has many great attractions and museums. In my opinion the Canadian War Museum ranks first in all aspects of what makes a great museum experience. I highly recommend it.

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Elgin, Texas
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115 attraction reviews
Reviews in 42 cities Reviews in 42 cities
135 helpful votes 135 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW via mobile

This is my second visit in two years and clearly is deserving of being in the top three Ottawa attractions (was #1 at the time if this review). Let me make this clear, if you don't go here you are either a bimbo, dork or spoiled little brat. lol - please add this to your list of top three things... More

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Alberta, Canada
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12 attraction reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

This with the other military memorials throughout Ottawa is true testament to our nation, its forces and their sacrifices. I realy enjoyed the stories, the rich history and the care and reverance that went into this amzing facility.

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Niagara Falls, Canada
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8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013

It has an amazing array of interactive exhibits everyone can enjoy. I find it respectfully displays Canada's war story without glorifying the atrocities of the subject. Even if you're not a history/war buff I still believe there is something in there for you. As an Australian, I was touched they didn't forget their allies (we were mentioned a few times... More

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Ontario
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013

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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11 reviews 11 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013

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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9 reviews 9 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

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 May 10, 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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