Activities

10 family activities in Montreal

La Ronde

La Ronde is the amusement park not to be missed in Montreal offering you rides for every tastes that will appeal to the whole family with a special section for toddlers. Remember to purchase a season pass so you can return again and again!

Biodôme

The Biodôme is a unique museum that will teach you more about the different ecosystems of the Americas and let you discover the animals that inhabit them. Numerous exhibitions and activities are also offered for an unforgettable and unusual day!

Insectarium

The Insectarium opens up an exciting world for children and you will be able to explore the extraordinary world of insects with them in a fun and educational way. Discover their special exhibitions and events and relax in the special area dedicated to children 1 to 12 years of age.

Botanical Garden

Discover their collection of over 22 000 species and cultivates of the Botanical Garden, located in their 10 exhibition greenhouses and over 30 thematic gardens. Guests can also make their children participate in educational, scientific and horticultural activities to help them learn more about the world of botany!

The Biodôme, Insectarium, Botanical Garden and Planetarium are part of the Space for Life project and offers packages allowing you to visit several of the museums at once at particularly favourable rates! Please note that the Planetarium is closed until 2013.

McCord Museum

At the McCord Museum, you will be able to explore Canadian history through collections of costumes, pictures, art, manuscripts, aboriginal objects and much more! Discover the social history and culture of Montreal, Quebec and Canada! On Sundays, the museum offers free special activities for children ages 3 to 5 and 6 to 10 years old.

Montreal Science Centre

Located on the Quays of the Old Port of Montreal, the Montreal Science Centre plunges you into the scientific world through a variety of interactive activities and events, plus an IMAX theatre. Guaranteed fun for all ages!

Ecomuseum Zoo

Located on the western tip of Montreal Island, the Ecomuseum Zoo allows you to visit and discover more than 115 species of animals indigenous to the valley of St-Lawrence in Quebec. Several activities are available for children including story time, lunch with the animals and the opportunity to become an apprentice animal caretaker.

AML Cruises

AML Cruises offer a variety of day and evening cruises that will let you visit our beautiful city with a guide. For an extra special weekend, you can enjoy their brunch-cruise which offers a good brunch, make-up session, a magician and a clown for the kids.

Clock Tower Beach

The Clock Tower beach is finally open! With gold sand, lounge chairs and colourful umbrellas, the fresh mist offered by the sprayers and breathtaking views, the Clock Tower beach can be enjoyed in many ways. Saturday June 23 to Monday July 2, don’t miss the Coppertone sand art competition that allows a team of sand sculptors to create amazing art pieces you can vote for on site or online.

The Beach at Parc Jean Drapeau

Located five minutes from downtown, the beach at Parc Jean-Drapeau is the ideal place for a stroll in the sun or to indulge in water sports, beach volleyball or swimming in open water with family and friends. In addition, children can benefit from the presence of the characters Les Mouillés every weekend from 10:00 a.m. to 4 p.m.


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