Explore the fascinating science related to fossils, mammals, minerals, birds, plate tectonics, Arctic discovery and more in a historic building minutes from Parliament Hill.
Get ready for hands-on fun and discovery at the Canada Science and Technology Museum, where curiosity takes centre stage for visitors of all ages! Perfect for families, the museum offers daily experiments, interactive exhibitions, and engaging activities that bring science and technology to life through play and exploration. Wander through fascinating galleries featuring inventions from steam-powered travel to sound technologies and medical breakthroughs. Don’t miss the Crazy Kitchen—the original immersive experience where surprises defy expectations and senses are turned upside down. Plus, check out the impressive steam locomotive hall and ever-changing temporary exhibitions. It’s the perfect place to spark imagination and inspire future innovators!
More Details
Address
1867 St. Laurent Boulevard, Ottawa, Ontario
Local
Toll Free
Website
Major credit cards accepted
Accessibility: Washrooms
Full
Dates & Hours of Operation
See website for updated opening hours
Reservations (General Public)
Recommended
Reservations (Large Groups)
Required
Onsite Parking
Extra Fee
Distance to Rogers Centre - formerly Shaw Centre (km)
7.5
Distance to Parliament Hill (km)
8.3
Distance to airport (km)
13.6
Admission (regular adult price)
16 CAD to 30 CAD
Time Needed to Visit
2
Coach Parking
Onsite
Group Rates Offered
Maximum Group Size
600
Student friendly web page
Outdoor Venue Available
Venue Type
Museum or gallery
Venue Accessibility: Entry
Full
Number of Meeting Rooms/Private Spaces
9
Total Square Footage of Meeting Space
6500
Size of Largest Meeting Room (Square Feet)
4740
Capacity of Largest Meeting Room (Reception Style)
400
Capacity of Largest Meeting Room (Theatre Style)
230
Capacity of Largest Meeting Room (8’ X 10’ Booths)
23
Capacity of Largest Meeting Room (Banquet Style)
200
Capacity of Largest Meeting Room (Boardroom Style)
25
Capacity of Largest Meeting Room (Half Round Style)
150
Capacity of Largest Meeting Room (Hollow Square Style)
40
Capacity of Largest Meeting Room (U-Shape Style)
30
Outdoor Capacity
200
Meeting spaces
| Space | Area | Banquet | Theater | Classroom | U Shape | Hollow Square | Boardroom | Half Rounds | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Event Hall | 4740 | ||||||||
| Auditorium | 3724 | ||||||||
| Artifact Alley | 0 | ||||||||
| Studio Spaces | 560 | ||||||||
| Locomotive Hall | 2088 | ||||||||
| Lobby | 2904 |
Location
Canada Science and Technology Museum
Canada Science and Technology Museum
1867 St. Laurent Boulevard
Ottawa ON K1G 5A3
Canada
Canada Science and Technology Museum
Canada Science and Technology Museum
1867 St. Laurent Boulevard
Ottawa ON K1G 5A3
Canada
Canada Science and Technology Museum
Canada Science and Technology Museum
1867 St. Laurent Boulevard
Ottawa ON K1G 5A3
Canada
Canada Science and Technology Museum
Canada Science and Technology Museum
1867 St. Laurent Boulevard
Ottawa ON K1G 5A3
Canada
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