Best History Museum in Gatineau

"The Canadian War Museum was built in 1880 and houses a colossal collection of over 50,0000 items that portray all the aspects of the history Canadian Military. The permanent collection includes the stories of the wars fought on Canadian land, the Cold War, the Second World War, the South African War and other operations. The collection of jet aircrafts, motorcycles, tanks and naval weapons are ...Read more"

"Tanks, jet fighters, artillery and art are just some of the impressive items that represent Canada’s war history at the Canadian War Museum. The building’s architecture is based on the theme of regeneration, with energy-efficient features like a green roof, and symbolism like the morse code windows that spell out “Lest We Forget”. In November, the museum hosts special Remembrance events and activities."

"When you think "kids," you may not think the war museum - but the little ones still get a kick out of looking at all the exhibits. And if you have older children, you may all get lost in there reading and exploring!"

"Bytown Museum has an intriguing collection of eclectic items, such as a plaster-cast death hand of murdered Father of Confederation, Thomas D’Arcy McGee. Housed in Ottawa’s oldest stone building, the museum takes you on a deep delve of Bytown (Ottawa’s first name), which was a rowdy place where Irish, French, Scots and English engaged in brawls."

"After tea, head over to the Bytown Museum. Housed in Ottawa’s oldest stone building located between the Fairmont and Parliament Hill, this quaint, local museum tells the stories of Ottawa’s lumbering past. Here, you can also learn how the Rideau Canal was built (much of it was dug out by hand through the Canadian wilderness)!"

"This museum looks at rural life beginning with the creation of the Richmond military settlement in 1818; a History Centre provides information about local families and community life. 2064 Huntley Road Stittsville, Ontario K2S 1B8  tel.: 613-831-2393  e-mail: goulbmus@rogers.comwww.goulbournmuseum.ca"

"No trip to Ottawa's Chinatown would be complete without photographing the archway. Located on Somerset Street, the Chinatown Gate is a massive structure that is intricately decorated. Photograph the Chinatown Gate leading into Chinatown for the perfect landscape shot."

"Central Experimental Farm holds a lot of dramatic structures and attractions that your gallery will love. There’s the Dominion Observatory, Dominion Arboretum and Fletcher Wildlife Garden. There are also several gardens and fields, with some dedicated to rocks, roses, perennial plants and sunflowers."

"In late summer the Central Experimental Farm has a large sunflower field that makes the perfect backdrop for a selfie. https://www.instagram.com/p/B1SZz9CFScn/?. utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet"

"Just beyond, you can bike through the Dominion Arboretum and the Experimental Farm, where many species of trees colour the landscape. A jewel of nature near the city centre!"

"Formally known as the Tower of Victory and Peace, the tower known colloquially as Peace Tower extends over 300 feet high and is a distinctive component of the Ottawa skyline. Situated in the core of Ottawa’s Parliamentary Hill, the Peace Tower contains a focal bell and clock, and it serves as an icon of the country; Peace Tower is even featured on Canada’s twenty-dollar bill. Peace Tower replaced Victoria Tower, which burned down in 1916 and was rebuilt in the ornate Victorian Gothic style to complement the remaining Parliamentary complex buildings."

"At the center of the Canadian parliament buildings, the Peace Tower is a national landmark in its own right. Its ornate stone carvings and clock face make the structure one of Canada’s most widely recognizable symbols (also largely thanks to its appearance on the national 20-dollar bill). While it’s an impressive sight from ground level, the tower’s observation deck offers unrivaled 360-degree views of the city from more than 300ft (91m) up."

"Visit the building and its gardens and go up the Peace Tower where you will get the most amazing panoramic view of the city ! National Gallery of Canada, a moderne architecture treasure. Admire Canadian artworks under vaulted galleries."