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Very good museum especially suited if you are planning a visit with kids. There are several magic exhibitions, including trains, old tools and sound players. There is a huge DJ-like wheel to spin and “scratch” an enormous LP. There are STEM shows for kids at specific times of the day — you can check the schedule at the museum’s website. Nevertheless, the museum is interesting for adults too. A history of bicycle is portrayed by several dozens of bikes from all eras. And do not forget to visit the silent room… 🤫
Always great to go back to an old favourite. Love the new renovations that not only present the museum in a new way but kept all the old favourites! Loved the kids area especially all the buttons that I could just let my little one run around and have fun.
Fantastic place for family visit. It has a play area for the kids. It is free 4-5 pm, so if you live nearby, check it out. You pay for parking, but it has lots of spaces. Good place to visit once once a year, perhaps. This is definitely one of the several museums that you must visit in Ottawa.
My kids and I had a fantastic learning experience at the museum! They enjoyed interactive science experiments during a live show, and the museum is very clean. It's packed with educational and playful activities for both kids and toddlers. I highly recommend it and would love to visit again!
Very good place to learn the history of technology and how its developed in Canada. This is the second museum that I stayed for the entire day. (From open to close).
The ticket price is fair and the last-hour (4pm-5pm) access each day is free.
The ticket price is fair and the last-hour (4pm-5pm) access each day is free.
Quite a massive place! Probably the best out of the three Ingenium museums. A lot of things to see and do, many interesting gadgets to play with. It's definitely a great place to bring the kids to learn all there is
Clean light airy. Great use of space. Wonderful informative and interactive displays. . A few not working. Observed un monitored children abusing mechanics of displays. Presentations very informative, interactive and fun. Trip down memory lane at times. Thank you.
Q. Why have snow shoes become so narrow???
Q. Why have snow shoes become so narrow???
"Highly impressed by the Canada Science and Technology Museum! The interactive exhibits are engaging and informative, making learning about science and technology a fun experience. The museum's diverse collection showcases Canada's contributions to innovation throughout history. The staff is knowledgeable and enthusiastic, adding to the overall positive atmosphere. A must-visit for all ages!"
Interesting and vast science museum. A variety of both hands-on and hands-off and opportunities. Extremely clean, and love that the exhibits are spread out. There are a ton of employees walking around helping and keeping things in order. We took two school aged children there and we learned a lot. We spent about 2 hours here, but you could spend a little bit more. Prices seem very reasonable for a science museum. There was parking outside, however you did have to pay. There is a map they give you too and nice washrooms.
Spent about 3 hours here. I was expecting a lot more interactive sections and displays. It was nice to see some of the technology advancement for the bicycles and music. but overall it was a mediocre visit. The place is nicely put together and it flows well. The staff is nice. Military members get free admission but not their family members. They have a small cafe. There is a "studio" to build some stuff which is a great idea for kids. I would bring my kids if I had any, I think they would enjoy it.
I was hoping for more games/demonstrations of how electricity works, or gravity/zero gravity demo, hands-on explanation of physics and chemistry concepts like chemical reactions, volcano eruptions, how reflections or sound waves work... I was hoping for it to be more hands-on and interactive not mainly looking and reading.
Do it once kind of experience
I was hoping for more games/demonstrations of how electricity works, or gravity/zero gravity demo, hands-on explanation of physics and chemistry concepts like chemical reactions, volcano eruptions, how reflections or sound waves work... I was hoping for it to be more hands-on and interactive not mainly looking and reading.
Do it once kind of experience
This museum is great! Very clean, organized, and packed with variety of information. A few hands on areas that attract kids. We were visiting family in the area and came here to learn and waste time between family gatherings. A little pricey and they charge for parking but was worth it. Museum also had lockers, restrooms and gift shop.
Note: Parking lot is small! Also, you need to pay at a kiosk and go back to car to place receipt on dash visible for staff to see.
Tip: there was a family bundle that included admission for 2 adults and 2 children which saves you a little.
Business Suggestion: Maybe they have an area however it’d be nice to have a food available. I feel you could spend a good part of the day here and need a break for food.
Note: Parking lot is small! Also, you need to pay at a kiosk and go back to car to place receipt on dash visible for staff to see.
Tip: there was a family bundle that included admission for 2 adults and 2 children which saves you a little.
Business Suggestion: Maybe they have an area however it’d be nice to have a food available. I feel you could spend a good part of the day here and need a break for food.
Great museum for all ages, children and adults alike. Plenty of interactivity to keep the little ones occupied for an hour or two. Very open plan museum, so if you have kids who love to run, stay close as it would be easy to lose them quickly. Very reasonable prices to enter. Definitely worth a visit.