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Great museum with lots to look at. Kids even had a lot of fun too
Awesome place for marine history and great tour through fishing boat.
Well worth the visit. They've done an excellent job with several different sections. Downstairs is the history of an explosion from two ships that collided in 1917 that destroyed Halifax. Upstairs is a maritime museum and a separate section dedicated to the Titanic. Lots of signage where you take a self-guided tour. Also downstairs (before you enter the museum) is a hardware ship chandlery. The curator was very knowledgeable answering our every question. Sorry I only took a few misc pictures.
Amazing experience, was fun to have the opportunity to see it. Not expensive for everyone, free for crew.
So many good things to see, and a nice gift shop. I recommend.
So many good things to see, and a nice gift shop. I recommend.
A great place for learning the history of sailing and ships. The most precious exhibits in this museum is the real relic which refloated from Titanic, since Halifax is one of the nearest city to the wreck of Titanic.
very fun and informative i took my bf who loves anything boat related and both of us loved it!!
I went here for my cadets.
This place was really nice and very informative with the cool models ships and blocks with history.
We were also provided with a scavenger hunt with answers that could be found around the place.
Their was also music and singing upon my visit with small tables with activities.
This place was really nice and very informative with the cool models ships and blocks with history.
We were also provided with a scavenger hunt with answers that could be found around the place.
Their was also music and singing upon my visit with small tables with activities.
Das Museum liegt direkt am Halifax Harbour Walk. Man erfährt hier Näheres über die Titanic-Tragödie, die große Explosion im Hafen von Halifax - beides geschah Anfang des 20. Jahrhunderts innerhalb weniger Jahre. Es gibt wunderbare Schiffs-Miniaturen zu bestaunen und die Acadia am Hafen ist nicht nur für Kinder ein Erlebnis - viele interaktive Stationen, auch der Papagei ist ein Anziehungspunkt :)
I appreciate the efforts of so many to provide slices of history and other nautical information to the museum! I rarely get there, but I'm so glad to be greeted by that glowing lighthouse light. I've enjoyed it since I was little. Viewing William Hall's cross; looking at more details about the Halifax Explosion, and even checking out a Sable Island monitoring station scavenger, were unforgettable highlights. Get over when you're able. Museum passes are very good for curiosity-quenching times.
Wow, so much to see! Our kids loved it! Something for everyone. We could have easily spent another hour here. Fascinating knot displays, swords, model boats, and of course a tour of a fishing boat that was once on the $5 bill! All for a $20 donation. Great family activity.
My grandchildren and I had a wonderful tour of the BCP45 from Richard. Beautifully restored, and a great experience for the kids.
Rented the upper hall for an event for 200 people. Beautiful venue! Spacious with lots of natural light. Fully equipped with microphone and sound system.
Professional and courteous. The assigned me a rour guide ro view all the exhibits in the museum, and, walk through an actual fishing boat. Wonderful place for family outing or any tour group. Great parking and washrooms.
Fantastic small museum just by the Halifax waterfront. Really nice staff as well. Open all day till 5pm. They have really great exhibits of different ship reproductions as well as detailed stories on the titanic, the Halifax explosion, as well as treasures from shipwrecks. Great place to visit if you’re ever in the Halifax downtown area.
Very nice. The docent we had was very knowledgeable. I would love to go back. There is so much to see. Displays were very nice, well displayed, and marked for further detailed information.
Best place in Vancouver!
Toddler birthday, great venue for a smaller group. Crafts and a touch tank for the kids.
Recommended.
Recommended.
Really enjoyed my visit. My guide, Harold knew so much about the history and provided an excellent tour. Saw some items from my childhood that brought back memories
The Vancouver Maritime Museum is a fascinating attraction that offers a unique glimpse into the history of seafaring in Canada. The museum features a wide range of exhibits, including models of historic vessels, shipbuilding tools, and maritime art. The displays are well-designed and engaging, providing a fascinating insight into Canada's maritime heritage. The museum is easily accessible by public transportation and offers affordable admission prices. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly, and there is a gift shop and café on-site. Overall, the Vancouver Maritime Museum is a must-visit for anyone interested in naval history and maritime culture.
Have been here for a wedding and I've done a presentation for work here. Nice viewing windows, and the boat inside is awesome . Washrooms are clean, and you supply everything. Just a hall rental or boardroom , you supply everything to drink or eat ?
Very interesting and love the ship that was there that is on our old $5.00 Bill…. So much history…a must go to!
It's worth visiting here. A guide helped me during my visit.
We went for the family day promotion where admission was free for all. We got there shortly after they opened and the parking lot was already packed (their parking lot is quite small to begin with). However, we were able to find street parking a few blocks away. As it was a public holiday, the place was packed. We've been here a few times before but when the children's play area was under renovation. We were pleasantly surprised that the play area was open and it was definitely the highlight. There are a ton of hands-on independent play activities including dress up, building blocks, and stuffed puppet animals, to name a few. One part of our visit that was quite uncomfortable was a professional photographer who was actively taking photos of kids. Originally I thought they were a parent, until I saw that they were taking photos of every kid in the space. I may have missed a notice saying that photos would be taken on this day but I know many folks who would have an issue with this as not all parents/guardians will give consent to people taking photos of their child. In the gallery room, I believe to celebrate family day, they provided some complimentary snacks. It would have been nice to have had some labels to identify all of the foods for those with dietary restrictions or allergies. The only thing I recognized was bannock. It would have also been nice to know where each of the food was catered from. We were only able to stay for about 45 minutes but overall, we had a good time. By the time we left, there was a line outside that went all the way to the parking lot, probably due to the free admission.
What a beautiful museum! Our 2 and 4 year old kids greatly enjoyed the exhibitions and seeing pieces of history. Would love to come back again next time.
I visited the Vancouver Maritime Museum with my family and it was our second time there. We had a wonderful experience once again! The RCMP ship on display is incredibly well-preserved and it's amazing to see how well the ship has been maintained over the years. But what really stood out to us was the kid's playground. It's been recently renovated and it's incredibly family-friendly, which made our visit even more enjoyable. Our child had a blast playing there and it was a great way to break up the museum visit for them. The staff were all very friendly and helpful, which added to the welcoming atmosphere. We were fortunate enough to attend a family event on Family Day and the free cookies and drinks were a nice touch. Our child loved them! We highly recommend the Vancouver Maritime Museum for anyone looking for a fun and educational day out with the family.
After 12 years in Vancouver, finally came here to check it out. Pretty interesting for kids as well. My 6 year old boy was very exited to check real 100 years old ship from inside. Its not big museums, but where else you can see 100 year old ship and go on board?
Really neat, specialized museum housed in a unique structure. Some of the exhibits and spaces are a bit old, but the main exhibit - the St. Roch - was well-maintained and housed in an impressive space. I liked how we could climb up to the ship's deck and even explore parts of its interior, include parts of the lower deck. Shoutout to the staff member manning the ship - he was very friendly and willing to answer our questions. There was also a host of exhibits surrounding the ship that gives great information on the ship's background and history. For a casual visit, an hour would be good.
Well worth the $8.00
Our guide Ian, was knowledgeable and friendly,
Our guide Ian, was knowledgeable and friendly,
Among Vancouver's museums I feel like this one is often overlooked! What most people don't realize is that there's some really good stuff here! It's not all ships and containers (I mean those are cool too). In recent years there's an increased emphasis on Inuit and First Nations exhibits. Things are well kept and theres a lot to take in!
Some old retired boats to explore while waiting for the ferry
Absolutely wonderful, the boats are awesome and revolve with the seasons.
The harbour masters could not be nicer, the Maritime Museum Is just next door and well worth a visit.
My little French Bulldog would visit every day if he could.
There is a floating workshop full of skilled enthusiasts who build wooden boats on site and to top it off the water taxi service drops you off and picks up from the dock.
It will warm your heart to visit this charming harbour, how often do you get a chance to go back in time.
The harbour masters could not be nicer, the Maritime Museum Is just next door and well worth a visit.
My little French Bulldog would visit every day if he could.
There is a floating workshop full of skilled enthusiasts who build wooden boats on site and to top it off the water taxi service drops you off and picks up from the dock.
It will warm your heart to visit this charming harbour, how often do you get a chance to go back in time.
Very good atmosphere
Random Stumbled Upon this Old Woody Boat Yard. Lots Of Heritage, One of a Kind, and a Nice Place to Check Out While Out and About.
Interesting place to visit at the shores of Kitsilano
Vessels show rich maritime history. Each boat is equipped with a plaque, telling the story of the vessel.
Vessels show rich maritime history. Each boat is equipped with a plaque, telling the story of the vessel.
Got on the e tour for false creek twas fun and uninformative
Nice wooden boats occasionally
Some interesting displays of maritime life around Campbell River. The highlight is the display of a restored fishing boat, the B.C.P 45. We had a very informative guide show us the boat and answer a ton of questions.
The co-ordinates to their parking lot, for a GPS or map program are: 50.02054 N, 125.23691 W (Decimal), --or-- 50° 1' 13.94" N 125° 14' 12.88" W (Degrees, Minutes, Seconds )
The co-ordinates to their parking lot, for a GPS or map program are: 50.02054 N, 125.23691 W (Decimal), --or-- 50° 1' 13.94" N 125° 14' 12.88" W (Degrees, Minutes, Seconds )
This museum provides a fascinating history to the people's and the discovery of Vancouver and Canada from a maritime perspectice. One special feature is that it houses the complete RCMP St. Roch vessel which was the first schooner to circumnavigate North America and second ship to go through the important Northwest Passage (it can be boarded and explored). The guided tours are especially informative. It is easy to spend half a day here. Onsite small pay parking lot.