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Cafeteria
The Cafeteria offers daily specials, salad and dessert bars, kids menu, made-to-order sandwiches and more in an informal, self-service atmosphere. It also features a glass rotunda, a private patio and an inspiring view of Nepean Point, the Ottawa River and Parliament Hill.
NGC Members enjoy a 20% discount on food at the Cafeteria, with minimum purchase of $5.
7 Tapas Bar
7 Tapas Bar offers an outstanding selection of wines paired with a one-of-a-kind small plates menu. Stop by for season’s specials and a glass of wine in the stunning setting of the Scotiabank Great Hall.
For Reservations call 613-943-0247 or email [email protected]
$7 at 7 - Every Thursday evening, from 5 pm to closing, enjoy 7 Tapas Bar’s special $7 food menu. Add a draft beer or small house wine for only $7 more. Food menu: Duck Poutine / Chicken Waffle / Fish Tacos
NGC Members enjoy a 20% discount on food at 7 Tapas.
Second Cup
Canadian specialty coffee retailer Second Cup has found a new home in the National Gallery of Canada. What could be nicer than a great cup of coffee and a selection of treats freshly baked on site? Come enjoy a coffee where there truly is a little love in every cup.
No NGC Member discount.
Shopping
Enjoy the art of shopping in the Gallery’s Boutique.
Explore our wide selection of items, including books, posters, stationery, decorative accessories and toys, and discover our new Canadian jewellery collections, exhibition merchandise and unique gift ideas inspired by the national collection. Opening hours. NGC Members enjoy a 15% discount on most purchases.
The Boutique Online
Can’t make it to the Gallery? Browse our extensive range of products wherever you are. Shop online at ShopNGC.ca.
Amenities
Need to check your coat, access to parking or a cash machine? Find out more about amenities at the National Gallery of Canada here.
Cloakroom
The cloakroom is free of charge. Bags larger than 30 × 40 × 12 cm (12 × 16 × 5 inches), backpacks, luggage and umbrellas must be checked in the cloakroom, where you can also check your coat. Bags may be searched upon entering or leaving the building.
Lost and found
Have you left something behind at the Gallery? The Lost and Found is located at the cloakroom.
Strollers and wheelchairs
All galleries and facilities are wheelchair accessible. Strollers and wheelchairs are provided free of charge at the Foyer Information Desk. No reservation required.
Cash machines
There are two ATM machines at the National Gallery. One is located on the Ground Level between the Auditorium and the Lecture Hall; the other is on Level 1 in the Cafeteria.
Parking
Underground parking costs $2.75 per half-hour, up to a daily maximum of $14 (Members $12). The clearance for the underground parking garage is 1.8 metres (6 feet). Parking is also permitted on adjacent streets.
Group Amenities
Groups are welcome to the National Gallery of Canada and can benefit from reduced group entry fees and special services. All groups must reserve in advance to obtain a group admission rate. Learn more about group admission fees and amenities.
