Montreal Science Centre

See How Science Really Works in Daily Life

Montreal Science Centre
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Getting children involved in science is an interest that many parents share. Centre des Sciences de Montréal (Montreal Science Centre) is a parent's dream come true. Built in 2000, the Montreal Science Centre is an excellent option to add to your tour of Montreal, especially if you have young children. Unlike most museums, the Science Centre encourages you to touch and interact with the exhibits. There are permanent and temporary exhibits to entertain even the most intrepid of adventurers and most technophobic individuals.

The various permanent exhibitions are geared towards different age groups. Clic! is designed for children between the ages of four and seven. Here children can build a house or roller coaster and participate in various other science related activities which involve things like gravity and patterns and forms. The Science 26 exhibition displays practical uses of science with one use for each letter of the alphabet. For example, at the letter "A" it is possible to edit animation films and insert your own characters using the chromakey technique.

There are also team games such as Mission Gaia where teams play together to save the world using sustainable development and other technologies in a recovery from social and environmental disasters. This introduces the concept of team work as no progress is made without the players working together.

In addition to these fascinating permanent exhibits, there are a range of temporary exhibits which are changed on a regular basis to keep frequent visitors entertained and exploring the world of science.

Combine your visit with a movie in the IMAX Telus theatre which is also located at the Science Centre and you will be sure to have a fun filled day without going anywhere else.

Access is just a pleasant 10 minute walk through Old Montreal from the Place-d'Armes Metro station. Wheelchairs are provided free of charge for disabled patrons.

Facts For Your Visit

Official Website: Montreal Science Centre

Fee: Yes; There is a family discount available - see the official website for details.

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Regular Hours:
Hours may be subject to change. Please verify on the official website.

  • Monday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tuesday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wednesday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thursday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Friday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Saturday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sunday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Category: Museums

Address: 2 Rue de la Commune O
Montreal, QC H2Y 4B2
Canada

Phone: +1 514-496-4724

Reviews

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5 Star Rating Best place to take your kids of all ages and adults. There are different fun, interesting and educational exhibitions. Would definitely recommend this place... Read More

Flor M. Jan-23-2023

4 Star Rating It's a great science museum for kids to explore and play! My kids loved it; the interactive exhibits kept them entertained for hours! You can easily spend... Read More

Laura R. Dec-26-2022

5 Star Rating Fantastic museum. Don't understand the low ratings. Plenty to do and see. Many interactive exhibits. My kids had a blast. Easily spent 5 hours here.... Read More

Aarti M. Oct-04-2022

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Directions

Metro Line Nearest Station Walking Time
Line 2 - OrangePlace-d'Armes10 Minutes

How to get to Montreal Science Centre by Metro

By Metro: Take Metro Line 2 to Place-d'Armes; exit and go right (south) on St. Urbain Street. Continue on St. Sulpice Street all the way to de la Commune Street and turn left. The Science Centre is just ahead on the pier to your right.

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