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Avoid the line-ups: buy your tickets online to see Whales Tohorā. Save with the ticket package for the 3D movie and the exhibition.

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Admission

Adult: $12
Student (13+)/ Senior (65+): $10
Child (3–12): $8
Tiny Tot (Ages 2 and younger): Free
Members: Free

General Admission supports the Museum's scientific and educational endeavours. It includes admission to all museum galleries.

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Special Exhibition,
Whales Tohorā – The Exhibition

Tickets include:
General Admission + Special Exhibition

Adult: $18
Student (13+)/ Senior (65+): $16
Child (3–12): $14
Tiny Tot (2 and younger): Free
Members(*): Free

Experience a 3D movie

Tickets include general admission + 3D movie,
Adult: $16
Student (13+)/ Senior (65+): $14
Child (3–12): $12
Tiny Tot (Ages 2 and younger): Free
Members(*): $3

Buy Tri-ticket combo and save!

Tickets include general admission + special exhibition + 3D movie,
Adult: $20
Student (13+)/ Senior (65+): $18
Child (3–12): $16
Tiny Tot (Ages 2 and younger): Free
Members(*): $3

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(*) Members Always Receive Free Admission to Special Exhibitions!
Buy a Family Membership now for only $99 for one full year. It pays for itself after only 2 visits!

MEMBERS

Simply present your museum membership card at our reception desk to receive your complimentary tickets to special exhibitions.

Members also receive discounted admission to 3D movies. (Supporting Members are FREE!)

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Payment Methods

Cash, debit, VISA, MasterCard, American Express.

Free Admission to the permanent galleries*

  • Thursday evenings: 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
  • April 22 (Earth Day)
  • May 18 (International Museum Day)
  • July 1 (Canada Day)
  • For one person accompanying a person with a disability. Contact us for details.

* additional fee applies for Special Exhibitions and 3D movies

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Prices may change without notice.

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