This museum is awesome! The architecture and displays are the best in Canada, and this museum has to rank as one of the best in the world. The unconventional aboriginal section ensconced behind massive totem poles is a must-see, along with the Canada Hall that moves forward in time and West across the country as one walks through it. Pluses... More

This museum has some really great exhibits, and is a fantastic way to spend a day. It has everything from an amazing kid's museum (loved going there when I was a kid!) to an IMAX. Keep an eye out at the upcoming exhibitions as well- some of my favorite exhibits have toured through this museum! More

They have an exhibition on God (s) that was so interesting, I was there for 2 hours before I knew it. There is so much to learn, and they present the information that it is informative, and does not place one religion higher than another. They also have a display on the 27 most influential Canadians, and I learned tons... More

This is an enjoyable stop for an afternoon - complete with IMAX theaters, this is a large, relatively new and well maintained museum. The kid's museum is a great addition and is a must-see if you're visiting the city with your children - they'll love the little mini-scenes, buses and motor bikes they can jump in and drive, there is... More

Its spectacular setting on the banks of the mighty Ottawa River opposite the Gothic architecture of the Canadian Parliament buildings, and its thorough explanations of past human progress. More

We visit the Museum of Civilization and thought we'd spend an hour or so there ---- well, two hours later, they closed and we weren't nearly done .... went back the next day, and it was WELL worth a second admission fee to have more time there. The IMAX film (extra charge) on the Arctic was wonderful and thought-provoking, and... More

This is a very good museum and the entrance is free. The peoples floor was particularly interesting with excellent exhibits. Also of interest was the Arctic expedition and the Postal Museum which we explored before leaving. More

We have been to the CMC a lot of times, but this is the first time we visited the children's museum section, with our 2 year-old. i can honestly say i was impressed with the detail and organisation of this museum, highly popular are so appropriate for kids of all ages. we coudl have spent a week in there. we... More

This is a great educational experienced, housed in a beautiful building. In Canada Hall, you will find life-size exhibits (buildings, ships, hospitals, schools, train stations) that help you imagine what life was like in Canada, from the time of early settlers, to modern-day. Unbiased presentations, they show quite frankly how life was difficult for immigrants, and how the government's laws... More