The Canadian War Museum is Canada's national museum of military history and one of the world's most respected museums for the study and understanding of armed conflict. The Museum traces its origins back to 1880 and opened at its new location on the LeBreton Flats site in downtown Ottawa on May 8, 2005. Since its opening in 2005, the Museum has welcomed approximately 500,000 visitors every year. The Museum's exhibition galleries and public programs have been designed to emphasize the human experience of war. Visitors can expect a great way to spend a rainy day, with enough to fill a few hours. The museum is large and comprehensive, with high-quality displays, knowledgeable and friendly staff, and a variety of cool vehicles on display. The exhibits are thought-provoking and help contextualize some very difficult periods of history. Overall, the Canadian War Museum is a fantastic museum for Canadian military history enthusiasts, with something for visitors of all ages. The museum encourages visitors to interact with some of the artifacts, making for an engaging and memorable experience.
An extensive exhibition to learn about history and war. The gallery is impressive. My family and I usually spend 4 hours here and we have to skip some areas. It’s one of our favourite museums. It’s easy to park here, the cafe is good, and staff is very friendly.
March 2026
Highly recommend! Hubby and boys really enjoyed it. It's big so be prepare to walk alot. Lots to see and talk about ☺️
March 2026
Great museum, well laid out. Anything and everything you need to know about The Wars from Canada to Africa . Great display of wartime vehicles on the lower level . Take some time when in Ottawa and visit The War Museum.
