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Canada Science and Technology Museum has several displays that are popular with children including massive locomotives inside the building and electricity demonstrations. With a truly hands on approach to discovery, tourists will find them pushing buttons, turning dials and pulling levers in the many interactive exhibitions. With collections focusing on astronomy, communications, computer technology and much more there is a vast array of artefacts of all shapes and sizes to explore. Conveniently located just ten minutes east of downtown Ottawa, the Canada Science and Technology Museum is the perfect place for the whole family to explore how Canada is transformed by technology.
 

Experience some of the best visual art in the country in the heart of Canada’s capital. The largest display of Canadian art in the world will be unveiled with over 1000 artworks and 5 exhibitions under one roof. Inuit and Aboriginal art will be included in the chronological presentation, telling the full story of art in Canada. Special exhibitions include Alex Janvier, Canadian Photography, and the Canadian Biennial. Be here to see the masterpieces of national collection, shop in newly renovated Boutique, and dine in the restaurant with spectacular views of the Canadian Parliament buildings and the river below.
 

Just below Ottawa’s towering Parliament Hill on the banks of the Rideau Canal sits the small Bytown Museum. The historic museum, founded by the Women’s Canadian Historical Society of Ottawa, opened in 1917 to preserve early Ottawa artefacts that the group had collected since their initial 1889 founding. Today this collection which contains artefacts from the earliest point in Ottawa’s history is housed in the Commissariat Building. The British military commissioned this stone house in the early 1820s and it was used as a treasury and storehouse. In 1951, it was moved to the banks of the river and assumed the role of museum. Today visitors can enter the historic building and view the artefacts dating back to Ottawa’s initial development.
 

The Canadian War Museum is more than a museum that is internationally renowned for its symbolic architecture and is known for inspiring and touching stories. Canada's rich military history is showcased through artefacts, personal stories, artwork, photos and interactive presentations. Tour the extensive permanent exhibitions and expand knowledge of the conflicts that shaped Canada, Canadians and the world. Rest and reflect in Memorial Hall. Discover the Museum's fascinating architectural theme. And chat with a veteran to let history come alive.
 

Canadian Tire Centre is the Ottawa region’s premier sports and entertainment venue. Located 15 minutes west of downtown Ottawa, the 19153 seat venue has played host to some of the world’s most popular performers including Bruce Springsteen, Bon Jovi, Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, and the best in family entertainment. It is also home to the National Hockey League Ottawa Senators one of the NHL’s most exciting teams who reached the Stanley Cup finals in 2007. Canadian Tire Centre regularly hosts events such as concerts, family shows, monster trucks, basketball, tradeshows, wrestling, skating events and gala dinner events. It also offers up to eight meeting rooms that range in size from 442 sq ft to 2520 sq ft and are expandable to 7350. 
 

The National Arts Centre (NAC) is a centre for the performing arts located in Ottawa, Ontario, between Elgin Street and the Rideau Canal and was designated a National Historic Site of Canada. With over 600 performances on four stages every year the NAC offers something for everyone Music, Theatre and Dance. The NAC is home to the world renowned National Arts Centre Orchestra, led by world renowned violinist, conductor and educator Pinchas Zukerman. Enjoy world class dining at Le Cafe which offers a wonderful view of the Rideau Canal.