Very informative museum to find out about the wars Canadians have fought in. There is a scale model of the war memorial and some interesting ways of displaying information. You need a few hours here really to fully appreciate all the exhibits. Would certainly recommend it as a place to visit. Puts some of the history of Canada into context. More

My wife and I spent three and half hours here and could have spent more time.This place was exceptional More

This is by far the best museum I’ve visit. I always recommend it to people. There is the war from the early days to WW1, WW2, etc. Well documented. It takes you back in time, is a learning experience that. The lower level with some toys (tanks, cars, planes, etc) you can spend easily an hour only in that level More

I like museums that don't rely on flashy graphics to catch your interest. The objects are the real focus, but overhead and all around are the brief write-ups to engage you. But really the items are interesting, you don't need the distractions. The trench and bog exhibits would have been more riveting if battle sounds and lighting had been employed.... More

The building is interesting, and I knew about the architectural design, especially of the memorial hall near the front entrance, but most visitors wouldn't know that the line in the floor aligns with the sun on November 11th to light the Unknown soldier's headstone, and there was minimal interpretive material about. Loud tourist kids were jumping all over the wall... More

See title. So many better museaums in Canada. Does not do Canadian history justice. More

This is absolutely one of the best museums we saw. Plan for a full day though as it's easy to spend a full afternoon in WWII alone. Each time I visit I come away having learned so many new things about Canada's involvement in war. The well designed exhibits are visually stunning. And you'll happen upon the unexpected. I was... More

This should be on your list when visitng Ottawa. The museum is very well done, interesting and has meaning to everyone. All aspects of war from the aboriginals in the early days of Canada through the War of 1812, 1st and 2nd WWs, the Cold War, Korean and Afghanistan are well documented. A must for history buffs and concerned citizens... More

Much better than expected. The two main areas are an exhibition area that goes through Canada's roles during four time periods (including WW1 and WW2). Exhibits are very well done and please spend time reading the descriptions - saw too many people rush through just looking. There is also a large gallery for military equipment. This was quite cool. Spent... More