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Canada Aviation and Space Museum (with kids)

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How Kids-Friendly is Canada Aviation and Space Museum?

92%Kids-Friendly
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What makes it 92% Kids-Friendly: Hands-on programs, play zone, trading card demos, wide aisles, and café snacks keep ages 3-12 engaged for hours; only caution is some loud engines and limited shade outdoors.

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Positives:

  • Family facilities: Free stroller loans, diaper-changing tables, and bottle-filler fountains make visiting with kids smoother.
  • Interactive learning: Hands-on stations and signal games keep children engaged throughout the visit.

Challenges:

  • Walking distance: The main hall and hangar cover a large area; bring a stroller or rest often.
  • Event schedules: Timed demos and games run on a schedule; missing one means waiting for the next.
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What is Canada Aviation and Space Museum?

  • A national museum preserving Canada’s aviation and space heritage through extensive collections of historic aircraft, spacecraft and aerospace artifacts
  • Exhibition halls and hangars showcasing over 120 aircraft, from World War I biplanes to Cold War jets and experimental prototypes
  • Repository of aerospace technology and research featuring engines, flight simulators and spaceflight equipment such as the Canadarm

What is so special about Canada Aviation and Space Museum for with kids?

  1. Hands-on play area for young kids
  2. Interactive aircraft demos with trading cards
  3. Cockpit access for up-close exploration
  4. Scheduled games teach real ground-crew signals
  5. Picnic spots under vintage planes

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Families need time for hands-on stations, demos, and picnic breaks without rushing kids.

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Kids-Friendly Activities in Canada Aviation and Space Museum

Exploration Station:

Hands-on crafts and space-themed toys for ages 3-7 in a soft seating area.

Tip: Go early to avoid crowds and let little ones play freely.

Park the Planes!:

Learn ground-crew signals and park model aircraft twice daily.

Tip: Arrive by 10:20 a.m. or 2:20 p.m. to secure a spot.

Artifact Demo Trading Cards:

Watch demos of iconic aircraft and collect collectible cards.

Tip: Catch the 11 a.m. or 2 p.m. demo for the full 5-card set.

Cockpit Walkthroughs:

Enter the fuselage or cockpit of select aircraft for a close-up view.

Tip: Ask staff which planes are open to visitors each day.

Picnic Under the Planes:

Grab café snacks or bring your own lunch to eat on the lawn.

Tip: Pack a blanket and sit near the vintage bombers for shade.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Canada Aviation and Space Museum

  1. Download the map: Use the online floor plan to plan stops and avoid backtracking.
  2. Arrive early: Get here before 10 a.m. to hit the first demo and avoid peak crowds.
  3. Pack a picnic: Save on café lines by bringing your own lunch for the outdoor picnic area.
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Reviews of Canada Aviation and Space Museum

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Phil Vania

Phil Vania

Oct 2025

Starts at the story of human desire to fly and then covers the early years, world war 1, and 2, cold war, bush and early commercial planes and then covers early space flights, space shuttles, international space station. An extensive collection of planes, artifacts, history of airports and ground communication with planes. Tribute to Canadian ingenuity (CanadaArm). its astronauts, and innovations ...

Paul Parent

Paul Parent

Oct 2025

The Canada Aviation and Space Museum, located in Ottawa, offers an impressive and immersive experience for anyone interested in aviation history and aerospace exploration. The museum’s collection spans the early days of flight to modern aircraft, showcasing military planes, civilian aircraft, and iconic space-related exhibits. Visitors will find the exhibits well-organized, with detailed descript...

Jason Bramble

Jason Bramble

Oct 2025

Lovely day trip out to Ottawa yielded a trip to this place. It was around 20$ CAD Per person, my duration of stay was about 2 hours but it could've easily been three. Lots of cool history here to see, and there's a helicopter ride you can take. Also there's a fighter Simulator but it wasnt open that day for us. Aviation buffs this is a must visit in your life time.

Devin Hicks

Devin Hicks

Oct 2025

This Air Museum is fantastic. I’ve been to many in Canada and the US and this is in the top 5 for sure. The guides did a great job and the facility is huge. Great variety of airplanes and a good space section. Recommend an extra $8 for the second hanger. Well done Ottawa!

Nathan Delaney

Nathan Delaney

Sep 2025

We came here to use our ASTC Passport. The staff was friendly, handed us a map and told us about the demonstrations that they were going to be doing over the next couple hours. This place is really large and they have a lot of planes, helicopters, and a few ground based vehicles. It can get quite loud since everything echoes in this massive warehouse. Most of the displays are static displays that ...

When is the best time to visit Canada Aviation and Space Museum (Ottawa, Canada)?

In March Break (Mar 1–16), join free museum programs; check online for special bookings. Summer weekends host Rocket Adventures for older kids.

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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Adult admission (2 adults)CAD 30
Child admission (2 kids)CAD 18
Café snacks and drinksCAD 20
Total EstimatedCAD 68

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Address: 11 Aviation Pkwy, Ottawa, ON K1K 2X5, Canada

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About Canada Aviation and Space Museum

Opening Hours

Monday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday:Closed
Wednesday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

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Phone Number

+1 613-991-3044

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