Bring the kids to Ottawa for March Break events

Ottawa Travel Guide

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Friday, 27 January 2012 16:37

When March Break in Ottawa rolls around from the 5th through the 25th, families can make some great travel plans and keep the kids entertained with some of the city's best holiday activities.

Canada Science and Technology Museum
Power to Choose Exhibit- Learning about energy and conservation is made fun for the younger generations throughout the break week.

Canada Aviation and Space Museum
Beatboxing workshop- Kids can learn the art of laying down vocal beats in this class, then stay to experience the amazing collection of aircraft.

Canada Agriculture Museum
Barnyard Break- This event encourages children to have fun making butter, cooking maple syrup and more.

Canadian Museum of Nature
Bacteria and Fungus workshop- Check out this workshop about the nature of food, which is sure to spark the interest of kids of all ages.

Canadian Museum of Civilization Children’s Museum
Live interpretation of an Arctic expedition- Experts explain the roles each member of an Arctic expedition team play on their brave trips.

Canadian War Museum
War Technology- Kids can examine how gadgets and tech devices help during wartime.

National Gallery of Canada
Artissimo- This series of hands-on workshops has kids making their own creative artworks in the museum.

Diefenbunker
Scavenger Hunt and Spy Camp- Take part in a massive, spy-themed game with other kids.

Royal Canadian Mint
Visit the Mint- Families can tour the mint during regular operational hours.

Urban Element
March Break Culinary Camps- Children can attend this foodie boot-camp to hone their cooking skills.

Fulton’s Pancake House and Sugar Bush
Maple activities- Make taffy in the snow or take a sleigh ride at this facility.

Stanley’s Olde Maple Lane Farm
Spring season events- Bring the family to an all-you-can-eat homemade pancake brunch.

Camp Fortune
Spring Break ski lessons- Learn how to ski from professionals during spring break.

Haunted Walks
March Break tour schedule- Families can take a spooky guided tour though Ottawa, which is a unique way to see the city.

Midway Family Fun Park
Activities during school break- This venue has rock climbing, arcade games and more to entertain kids all day.