Summer Ottawa Royal Canadian Mint Guided Tours (English)

Our 45-minute tours are fun, educational and perfect for all ages. Every tour is personally led by one of our knowledgeable guides who will walk you through the production process, offer insights on our major milestones and entertain you with unique stories about the Mint.

Tours are available in both official languages.  

Highlights

• Get a bird’s eye view of our production floor
• Come away with a better understanding of the numismatic coin making process
• Learn about the skill and precision that goes into coin design
• Get a closer look at our state-of-the-art gold refining-technology
• Learn about our record-breaking “Million Dollar Coin”
• Get up close and personal with the 2010 Vancouver Winter Games medals

 

Ticket Information

• Please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your tour to allow ample time to check in.
• Metered parking is available on adjacent streets. Underground parking is available at the National Gallery of Canada (380 Sussex Drive).
• Accessible facilities and on-site wheelchair available
• Due to our fluctuating production schedules, not all tours are guaranteed to view live coin production during your visit.