Montreal Science Centre
See How Science Really Works in Daily Life
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
Fee: Yes; There is a family discount available - see the official website for details.Montreal Science Centre Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- 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: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Address: 2 R. de la Commune O, Montréal, QC H2Y 4B2, Canada
Phone: (514) 496-4724
Official Website: Montreal Science Centre
Montreal Science Centre Reviews
Rated out of 5
We have the ASTC passport and saw that this museum was on the list, so we decided to check it out. Met up with a couple friends to explore. Its great that as soon as you enter the hallway the interactive displays start up immediately. They have a few fun human related displays, included an audible fart, to get the kids excited and started. A lot of different audio and visual displays. Several displays that involves teaching different basic physics. A good mix between educational and some just fun displays. It can be pretty crowded, but for the most part it seemed like the kids and parents were doing really well at making sure to take turns. We had a great time.
Nathan Delaney - a week ago
For the past 5 years We go there a few times a year. Recently they add one interactive room on native population. IT IS JUST GREAT. We can spend 1 hour just to find the hints. They really work hard to make each visit a very special one. If you want to go there and enjoy every activity, be aware that you'll need 3-4 hours. Science have no respect for time 😀😀 , so dont be in a rush or plan other activities after that.
Enjoy !
Daphnée Alexandre - in the last week
Happened to visit during a school field trip — three full school buses, so it was quite crowded! The museum has a large space with lots of fun science experiments to explore. Mini Mondo is great for little kids, with pretend stores and hands-on play. A wonderful place for children to learn and burn off some energy!
Crystal Y - a month ago
Great place for kids. Not for a single person like me. But still you can enjoy some of the activities. Looks like new exhibitions on the way for summer.
I highly recommend watching the movie. IMAX. I visited April and this is one of the attractions open on Monday during spring I think. (Most of them are closed)
Very friendly staff. Small self vending machines near the movie theater and connected with a coffee shop inside.
Steve Asiri Jayatilake - 5 months ago
Movie is good And not so very long.
the place has many scientific things to do and it has been very good to have fun and enjoy the games.
it’s just not that much of an issue to be able to watch and have some fun .
Overall a very good place to visit with kids.
Surya Prakash Yadav - 2 months ago
Directions
| Metro Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Line 2 - Orange | Place-d'Armes | 10 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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Youth enjoying one of many interactive exhibits at the Science Centre cc licensed photo by Jared and Corin -
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