Canada Science & Technology Museum

This hands-on museum, about 6km southeast of downtown, is a wonderful place to tickle the senses. Ambient squeaks and boinks fill the air as contented visitors gingerly turn knobs and push buttons.

Clever displays are designed to teach visitors about the basic scientific laws that govern our world. Permanent collections explore optical illusions, the laws of physics, and Time, with a capital ‘T.’ A walk through the Crazy Kitchen is a must – the lopsided galley dips at a 10-degree angle causing passers-through to cling to the railings as they try to stumble from start to finish. Climb aboard the heavy-duty trains at the back of the museum to learn about the science behind coal and steam engines.

The large display on space technology has an assortment of Canadian space artifacts. The neighboring astronomy section displays mind-blowing films about the universe. On clear evenings, you can make reservations to take a peek through the large refracting telescope.