Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Highlights
Discover Canada's diverse nature under one roof when you visit the Canadian Museum of Nature. Located a 20-minute walk from Parliament Hill and easily accessible by public transportation or car, the museum offers world-class galleries housed in a striking historic “castle” that once served as Canada's Parliament.
Explore 4 floors full of galleries showcasing the geology, ecology, and paleontology of Canada as live exhibits. Your admission includes access to all permanent galleries and special exhibits. Please inquire upon arrival for tickets for the special exhibits as capacity is limited.
Encounter giant dinosaurs, iconic Canadian mammals, a complete blue whale skeleton, dazzling gems and minerals, Canadian birds, live insects, Pacific tide pool creatures, and more. Discover the mysteries of water and Earth, as well as the creatures that inhabit our planet now and in the past.
Touch real ice and immerse yourself in Canada's Arctic in the spectacular "Canada Goose Arctic Gallery". Explore Canada's mysterious, vulnerable and unique Arctic through immersive hands-on and interactive displays.
Special Exhibit: Butterflies in Flight
Enter a world of brilliant, live butterflies—back by popular demand!
Experience the beauty of nature up close as these delicate creatures soar freely in our Solarium.
A warm tropical paradise welcomes dozens of new pupae from Costa Rica and the Philippines every week.
Visiting Butterflies in Flight:
This exhibition may sell out because a limited number of tickets are available each day. Please inquire upon arrival at the Museum.
Capacity is limited. You may have to wait in line before entering.
The space is warm and humid. Dress accordingly. You may store your coat or other items at the coat check.
• Museum opening hours vary seasonally
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• All visitors must abide by the Museum's code of conduct
• On Thursdays, the Museum is open until 8:00 PM and entry after 5:00 PM is complimentary. After 5pm on Thursdays, additional cost applies for special exhibits
• Wheelchair access is available via the main entrance
• Paid parking is available on site
• To assist in physical distancing and planning, refer to the capacity counters at the entrance to each gallery
Visiting the Special Exhibition Butterflies in Flight
This exhibition may sell out - a limited number of tickets are available each day. Please inquire upon arrival.
A ticket allows you to pick a time to visit, as capacity allows.
Not allowed items:
Pets (assistance dogs allowed)
Smoking
Unaccompanied minors
Good to know:
A ticket allows you to pick a time to visit, as capacity allows.
This exhibition may sell out - a limited number of tickets are available each day. Please inquire upon arrival.
Visiting the Special Exhibition Butterflies in Flight
• All visitors must abide by the Museum's code of conduct
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Museum opening hours vary seasonally
• On Thursdays, the Museum is open until 8:00 PM and entry after 5:00 PM is complimentary. After 5pm on Thursdays, additional cost applies for special exhibits
• Wheelchair access is available via the main entrance
• Paid parking is available on site
• To assist in physical distancing and planning, refer to the capacity counters at the entrance to each gallery