We highly recommend buying your tickets online in advance of your visit to the museum to ensure there are still spots available.

The admissions desk closes 30 minutes before the museum closes. Tickets cannot be purchased after this time.

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General Admission*

Adult (18–59): $19.50
Senior (60+): $17.50
Student (18–59): $15.00
Youth (6–17): $13.00
Family Rate (2 Adults, 5 Youth): $55.50
Child 5 and under: Free

Guided Tour - Signature Experience*

Adult (18–59): $25.00
Senior (60+): $23.00
Student (18–59): $20.50
Youth (6–17): $18.50
Family Rate (2 Adults, 5 Youth): $61.00
Child 5 and under: Free

Guided Tour - Extended Experience*

Adult (18–59): $29.00
Senior (60+): $26.00
Student (18–59): $23.00
Youth (6–17): $21.75
Family Rate (2 Adults, 5 Youth): $68.00
Child 5 and under: Free

Have an Annual Pass or Membership? General Admission and Guided Tours are free. Subject to availability.

Visiting with a group? Learn about booking options for large groups or schools.

*Prices exclude taxes and host processing fees. Taxes and fees are calculated at checkout. Ticket sales are final and non-refundable.

Special Rates**

The Diefenbunker is proud to recognize the following programs and groups, each with a unique special rate or discount available. For more information or to confirm your museum tickets using one of these special rates, please contact our team by phone at 613-839-0007 or by email at reservations@diefenbunker.ca.

• Access 2 Card Program (general admission and guided tour)
• Attractions Ontario Reciprocal Program
• CAF Military and Veterans (general admission and guided tour)
• Canadian Museums Association (CMA) Membership
• Canoo (The Institute for Canadian Citizenship)
• CF One
• First Nations, Inuit, Métis individuals (general admission and guided tour)
• Health Care Workers (general admission and guided tour)
• International National Trusts Organisation (INTO) Membership
• National Trust for Canada Membership
• Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. (NTI) Enrolment Card
• Ontario Museum Association (OMA) Membership
• Teachers (general admission and guided tour)
• Visit Ottawa Pass, Ottawa Museums Pass (Ottawa Tourism)
  • Diefenbunker General Admission is included with the pass purchase, subject to other listed conditions. Until September 8, 2026, no Child Ottawa Museums Passes are available. Children must pay museum admission separately, unless included under an Adult + Child Visit Ottawa Pass.

**All passes and special rates are subject to their specified conditions, and museum entry is dependent on museum capacity at the time of your visit. Passes and special rates are valid for general admission only, including on special event days, unless otherwise specified. Passes and special rates are non-transferrable and are not valid for guided tours, family rate, group tours, our gift shop, Escape the Diefenbunker, or with other special offers, unless otherwise specified. We highly recommend contacting the museum in advance of your visit to confirm availability and secure your booking. 2026 special event dates: April 4 (Easter at the Bunker); June 6 (Doors Open Ottawa); July 1 (Canada Day); and October 29 through October 31 (Toddlers’ Halloween Hunt).

Immerse yourself in stories from the past as you tour Canada’s most significant Cold War artifact. Guided tours of this unique facility take visitors through recreated government rooms, living quarters, and areas used for vital communications. Some of the focal points include the Prime Minister’s Suite, the War Cabinet Room, the Medical Centre, and the Bank of Canada Vault. 

Guided Tour - Signature Experience*

60-minute, family-friendly tour providing an overview of the Diefenbunker and its history.

English Tours

Monday – Thursday: 11:00 a.m., 1:30 p.m.
Friday – Sunday: 1:30 p.m.

French Tours

Friday – Sunday: 11:00 a.m.

NEW: Guided Tour - Extended Experience*

90-minute, in-depth tour of the Diefenbunker and its history, ideal for history buffs and other curious visitors. Many of our tour guides share their own lived experiences from the Cold War.

English Tours

Monday – Sunday: 10:15 a.m., 12:30 p.m.

*Spots are limited. We highly recommend buying your tickets online in advance of your visit to the museum to ensure there are still spots available.

>> BOOK YOUR GUIDED TOUR

Visiting with a group?

Learn about our group tour options for large groups or schools.

Navigate the site using our informative Audio Guide, available in 10 languages.

Access the Audio Guide and additional photos, videos, and archival materials on your phone using the Diefenbunker’s free Wi-Fi, or pick up a media player at the Welcome Desk.

If you plan on using your own device, don’t forget your headphones!

>> EXPLORE THE AUDIO GUIDE

Location

Diefenbunker: Canada's Cold War Museum
3929 Carp Road
Ottawa, Ontario K0A 1L0

Directions (driving)

• Take Highway 417 West to the Carp Road Exit, number 144
• Turn right (North) onto Carp Road
• Drive 8 to 10 minutes to the Village of Carp
• Continue straight through the Village (through the four-way stop) and past the Carp Fairgrounds until the village appears to come to an end
• On the left (West) side of the road you will see a large billboard sign for the Diefenbunker
• Turn left at this sign and continue down the driveway to find parking on your left
• The entrance to the Diefenbunker is through the far gates

The Diefenbunker is unfortunately not accessible by public transit.

Parking

The Diefenbunker offers:

• Free on-site parking
• Designated accessible parking spaces located near the main entrance
• Designated bike racks located by Guard House
• Designated spaces for school and tour buses

Please use caution when walking in the parking lot and walkways when snow and ice are present. Surfaces can become slippery when wet.

We at the Diefenbunker are committed to accommodating your needs to the best of our abilities. We acknowledge that there are pre-existing barriers within our building such as ledges, lips, and stairs that may make it difficult to access some rooms.

We welcome inquiry, feedback, and resources regarding accessibility and accessibility improvement. Please contact our team to let us know how we can accommodate you on your visit.

The museum is mostly accessible.

• A stair lift is available for use by wheelchair users, those with limited mobility, or anyone who is unable to use the stairs fully or partially. The lift cannot be used for strollers — the best way to get around is with a baby carrier.
• A wheelchair is available for use upon request.
• Sensory bags are available for use upon request.
• Service animals are welcome. You may be asked to show acceptable documentation. Pets are not permitted.
• The temperature can fluctuate between different areas of the bunker. We recommend that you wear layers if you are sensitive to temperature changes.

>> LEARN MORE ABOUT ACCESSIBILITY

Printed maps are available upon your arrival to the museum.

Click the image of the map below to enlarge it.

Thank you for helping us protect the integrity of our museum and national historic site.

       

Inside the Diefenbunker:

• Food and beverages are not permitted, unless associated with a reservation.
• Pets are not permitted. Service animals supporting a person with a disability are welcome. Learn more.
• Recording video or audio is not permitted. Photographs for personal, non-commercial use are welcome. Learn more.
• Using flash is not permitted.
• Smoking and vaping are not permitted.