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National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa

 
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Distance from city center: 1.2mi
marius_f's pictureby marius_f History & Culture travel tip
added on the 22nd of September, 2010
The national Gallery of Canada is an amazing art collection. The building of the gallery will catch you at first sight, it is a piece of art with its all-glass, statue-like structure.

The inside is even more breathtaking with the great halls filled with art and endless imagination. It is a wonderful place for anyone who values art even a little bit.

The Gallery has got wonderful collections of photography, Canadian art, Indigenous art, Contemporary art and many others. They also have temporary exhibitions of the most talented and well known contemporary artists. You definitely have to see the National Gallery if you are in Ottawa, it is amazing.

Address:
380 Sussex Dr, Ottawa

Price:
Adults: $9
Seniors&students: $7
Children: $4

Opening Hours:
Hours vary, you can check the site for specific dates.

On the web:
http://national.gallery.ca/

 
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