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Canada · 1 museum

# Museums in Ottawa

## Quick answer

National Gallery of Canada is the museum to see in Ottawa. World Museum Guide covers 1 museum in Ottawa, Canada, with verified admission prices, opening hours and how long to allow for each. Check each guide for prices and free days.

Visitor information last reviewed 30 June 2026. Check the official museum site for current details.

## Visitor guide

### [National Gallery of Canada](https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/national-gallery-of-canada/)

Art Museum · Best for art lovers & first-timers

Canada's national art museum in a Moshe Safdie glass-and-granite building overlooking Parliament Hill — Canadian, Indigenous, European, and contemporary art including Maman by Louise Bourgeois.

From CA$22 · ⏱ 2 hours · Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays

## Museums in Ottawa: FAQs

### What are the best museums in Ottawa?

National Gallery of Canada is the museum to prioritise in Ottawa — Canada's national art museum in a Moshe Safdie glass-and-granite building overlooking Parliament Hill — Canadian, Indigenous, European, and contemporary art including Maman by Louise Bourgeois.

### How many museums in Ottawa does World Museum Guide cover?

World Museum Guide covers 1 museum in Ottawa, Canada. Each guide lists admission, opening hours, highlights and how long to allow.

### Which museums in Ottawa are free?

No museum in our Ottawa guide is free for every visitor. Free or reduced on certain days or for certain visitors: National Gallery of Canada (Free Thursday evenings 5–8 PM).

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