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Tours and Guides

Participating in one of our unique tours is a wonderful way to enrich your experience of the Gallery.

Whether you're alone or in a group, we offer a variety of tours and talks that will give you a fascinating new perspective on the works of art found throughout our collections.

Un employé du Musée anime une visite de l’institution.

Group Tours for Adults

Discover the National Gallery of Canada's collection and special exhibitions during one-hour guided tours for adults.
A Gallery Educator is giving a tour to a group of senior people.

Accessible Programs

In consultation with community partners, the Gallery offers engaging programs for visitors on-site and online.
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Floorplan

Plan your visit with the help of our floor plans and general information.
Exterior view of the National Gallery of Canada building in summer.

Building

The National Gallery of Canada makes its home in a grand, light-filled structure of glass and granite, in which visitors can find stunning exhibition spaces, a garden court and more.
Michel de Broin, Majestic, 2011, lampposts, steel, glass, electricity.

Public Sculptures and Gardens

The National Gallery of Canada marks the pinnacle of Canadian and international artistic achievement. Designed by Montreal architect Moshe Safdie to look outwards, the Gallery itself offers visitors...

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