Visit the Canadian War Museum and witness Canada's rich military history showcased through amazing artifacts, artwork, personal stories, photos, and interactive presentations. Tour the extensive permanent exhibitions and expand your knowledge of the conflicts that shaped Canada, Canadians, and the world. Rest and reflect in Memorial Hall, and discover the Museum's fascinating architectural theme. The War Museum’s four Canadian Experience Galleries are organized chronologically, from the earliest times to the most recent military operations. Each gallery highlights the ways in which past events have shaped Canada and Canadians, the brutal realities of organized human conflict, and the importance of remembrance and understanding. The exhibitions use the human experience of war — told mainly through the personal stories, artifacts, and the recollections of ordinary Canadians — to engage visitors in a personal dialogue about their country, its past, and its prospects.

The iconic Canadian War Museum is a must-see destination for anyone interested in the cost of conflict and humankind’s enduring desire for peace. The Museum, which ranked number 1 on TripAdvisor’s list of Things to Do in Ottawa, explores Canadian military history from early wars in Canada to contemporary conflicts. It features unique architecture, a display of large military artillery, thought-provoking exhibitions, moving personal stories of Canadians in times of war, priceless works of art, and spaces for quiet reflection and remembrance.