Discover Canada’s diverse nature under one roof when you visit the Canadian Museum of Nature. Located a 20-minute walk from Parliament Hill and easily accessible by public transportation or car, the museum offers world-class galleries housed in a striking historic “castle” that once served as Canada’s Parliament. Explore 4 floors full of galleries showcasing the geology, ecology, and paleontology of Canada as live exhibits. Your admission includes access to all permanent galleries as well as the special exhibition, “Rendez-vous hiboux”.

Encounter giant dinosaurs, iconic Canadian mammals, a complete blue whale skeleton, dazzling gems and minerals, Canadian birds, live insects, Pacific tide pool creatures, and more. Discover the mysteries of water and Earth, as well as the creatures that inhabit our planet now and in the past. Touch real ice and immerse yourself in Canada’s Arctic in the spectacular "Canada Goose Arctic Gallery", an Ontario Signature Experience. Explore Canada's mysterious, vulnerable and unique Arctic through immersive hands-on and interactive displays.

Additional Option: Special Exhibit: Under the Canopy – Animals of the Rainforest Venture into the rainforest in this engaging exhibition where you’ll meet some of the fascinating animals that live under the canopy. Explore the importance of rainforests for the planet. See 15 species of live creatures in their attractive habitats, including snakes, geckos, an iguana, and a two-toed sloth! Learn about biodiversity, ecology, and why rainforest conservation is vital. Through interactive games, discover species at risk, how slow species survive, and cold-blooded vs. warm-blooded animals. Four giant sculptures provide fun photo ops. Pose next to a gorilla. Children will love climbing on top of a huge frog, crocodile or tortoise. The exhibition was developed by Little Ray’s Nature Centres.