Group Tours
Looking for somewhere different to bring your group? The Diefenbunker: Canada’s Cold War Museum has been named Canada’s most significant Cold War site for visitors interested in culture and history. This national historic site of Canada is an underground nuclear bunker built in secrecy during the height of the Cold War, located just 35 km from Ottawa. As the Central Emergency Headquarters, it was meant to house the top officials of the government and military during the risk of nuclear attack.
Tours of this unique facility take visitors through recreated government rooms, living quarters, and cryptographic areas. 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 tours can be booked Monday to Sunday between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Tours are 60 minutes long and are offered in English or French (90-minute tours are available upon request).
*We require a minimum of 2 weeks’ notice for all bookings.
School Groups
The Diefenbunker is one of the most unique educational sites in Canada, offering a one-of-a-kind experiential learning environment 75 ft underground.
Combining an informative tour of the bunker with activities and discussion, groups can immerse themselves in the complexities of the Cold War and its implications on our lives today. Our educational programs link to social studies, language arts, science, mathematics, and visual arts curriculum.
Our educational programs are offered on-site and virtually!
Public guided tours
Are you visiting on your own or with your family or friends? Discover our daily public guided tours, available in French or English.
For more information, please call us at 613‑839‑0007 or 1‑800‑409‑1965, or email us at [email protected].