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Rideau Hall vs Canadian War Museum

Both are recommended by professionals. On balance, Canadian War Museum is preferred by most writers compared to Rideau Hall. Canadian War Museum is ranked #2 in Ottawa with recommendations from 4 reviewers including Fodor's, Michelin Guide and Frommer's.

Rideau Hall
Rideau Hall
8 / 10
1 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A1, Canada
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Fodor's Fodor's
"The official residence of the Governor General of Canada since 1867 is where the Queen's official representative welcomes visiting heads of state and royalty." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"There are free 45-minute walking tours of the fancy residence, with poignant anecdotes." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Rideau Hall has been the official residence and workplace of Canada's governor-general since 1867 and is considered to be the symbolic home of all Canadians" Full review
Canadian War Museum
Canadian War Museum
8 / 10
1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0M8, Canada
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Delivers an unforgettable visitor experience." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Fascinating displays twist through the labyrinthine interior of this sculpturelike, modern museum." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Traces Canada's military history with artifacts and a re-creation of a walk-through trench, complete with bursting shells." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The strikingly designed War Museum tells the history of the conflicts that have affected Canada since the battles in the 17C between the French and the Iroquois up until the Korean War." Full review