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    Pointe-à-Callière

    4.0 (120 reviews)
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    Knights exhibit
    Vijay C.

    Had a free afternoon after work and was so excited to go to this museum that had not just the history of Montreal but a very fun exhibit on knights. There are some cool visuals and an area where you're basically walking over old ruins. It was very busy so make sure to be prepared for crowds and lots of walking but highly recommend

    Montreal Museum of Archaeology and History_Yelp_Sanju-2
    Sanjay G.

    The real reason for coming here is to hop in the elevator and head underground. We can look through a glass floor that sits on top of the remains of Fort Ville-Marie, which were unearthed during archaeological digs overseen by the museum from 2002 to 2015. The route through the city's history begins underground, where you can walk among the original stone-paved streets, drainage channels, and ground floors of 17th-century buildings. As you climb through the museum, the story unfolds in layers of history told through artifacts, maps, and exhibits. You can also follow the development of Montréal from its days as a fledgling colony and on up through the present day with a 17-minute multimedia program called "Generations MTL" that's projected onto the archeological site and narrated by six historical characters. it's near to famous Notre Dame Basilica Fee: Admission costs CA$27 (around $20 for adults)

    Pirate exhibit
    Kenneth K.

    Great museum about the history of Montreal with cool special exhibits. They have multiple buildings that are easy to go between. I was borrowing a wheelchair and it was a bit of a challenge not usually using one or my wife pushing one so I did have to push it a bit myself to get through some of the ramps and elevators but it was well worth it. It was nice to see that there were some others with my last name and my wife's mother's maiden name using their computers whom resided in Montreal. The witchcraft and pirate exhibits were amazing. It was so cool to see a T-shirt of our favorite women's basketball team the Washington Mystics from back home featured in the witchcraft exhibit.

    Part of the archeological history of Montreal display
    Jen W.

    This museum should be one of the first places you visit when in Montreal. It was so interesting to see the archeological dig in the basement. The side by side dioramas of how the city changed and grew. The history is laid out in a time line that is easy to follow. It is a very fun, family friendly visit. The pirate exhibit is a blast. I took the test, and I'm the cook. It's what I expected - I'm not very good with a sword. There was also an Egyptian exhibit during our visit which was very informative. The gift shop has a few of the expected items and several that were unexpected. The staff we interacted with from purchasing tickets to help within the exhibits were all very nice and spoke English in case you are concerned about that. Closed Mondays, they offer reduced rates for seniors, children and have a flat rate for a family of four. Check out the website for details.

    Kids can try excavating a square of their own to see what they can find
    Michele T.

    This place was recommend by a friend. If you're interested in the history of Montreal- this is the place to come. It's an archeological site with a museum built over it to protect it. Artifacts and foundations and graves go back to the indigenous people of the area. The museum takes you through all of the eras Montreal has undergone. I didn't realize how multicultural it is here. People migrated here from everywhere and they have items related to each culture that settled here. There are videos that explain the different areas and what they were used for. It's fascinating. They say it can take 3-4 hours to visit. It took me a couple hours. If you come with kids, there are lots of interactive displays that they'll love- especially the pirate ship area! It could easily take 4 hours with kids who will want to try all the interactive stuff. There are some really cool things to see (and other things that aren't very exciting). There's something for everyone. I'm glad I came. It's worth a visit on your next trip to Montreal!

    this is building a, it's four stories, the elevator was broken
    Lily B.

    After paying what equals about $27 in the United States, I left this building in tears. After I paid, there was no warning on the entry doors or at the desk, the sole elevator in this building is broken. After speaking with one of the staff it appeared at that time that there were things I could do as a disabled person. so I did not demand my money back. That was my mistake I should have immediately demanded my money back. There is a 17 minute entry video to the city of Montreal. About five or six stairs to get up to it, so I thought okay I can do about 5 or 6 stairs, and I sat in the first row so I didn't go up further stairs to get my seat. However, after the video ends you have to go upstairs to leave the auditorium because the main door is closed. And when you exit the auditorium you have to walk down two flights of stairs to attempt to exit. The downstairs exhibition of the sewers, it has wheelchair lifts but there is no key and there is no one there to help. I had tears down in the sewer. This is the most ableist NEW public building I have ever been in. This could not exist in the United States because of our accessibility laws (go USA). The designers of this museum did not take into consideration the needs of people with disabilities. It was clearly an afterthought. So in the subterranean exhibit I had more stairs to deal with. if you look at my photo, an elevator is not a small thing when you're discussing four stories. And it's not a free museum where you could overlook this. So if you have any type of needs, you're disabled or you have a stroller, call first because you will not be told there is no working elevator until you pay. This is a disgrace.

    A pottery exhibition

    The museum itself was impressive, the tour guide was knowledgeable however when the group expressed an interest in a exhibit featuring a replica of a ship the guide commented rudely about how how we were out of time and would not enjoy the exhibit. After this our group was rushed out of the museum and told our time was up. The museum itself I would recommend however the tour guide soured the entire groups experience.

    Fort under huge glass floor!
    David K.

    THIS was the unexpected highlight for our 8-year-old during this vacation! (Consider the goal of our trip was to ski for a few days at Tremblant...). The pirate area is truly an interactive kids' fun area with at least an hour of fun. Bilingual staff made it no problem to feel welcomed. Very cool layout, much of the museum is spread out UNDER Montreal. I found this an adventure and this makes it unlike any other museum. Worth the price for sure. Not so much signage, and the layout is not intuitive, but embrace it, and you'll enjoy the story they have creatively woven in to this museum. Walk on a huge glass floor over a former fort! Walk through a sewer!

    Egypt: Three Millenia on the Nile: Ancient Egyptian Papyrus

    Reserve at least 3 hours for major exhibits, such as Egypt: Three Millenia on the Nile, which ran from Spring to Autumn. All members of the staff were calm and relaxed, smiling and inviting. Most artefacts were from the Turin Egyptian museum in Italy. Oriental music and rattlesnake noise set the mood, along with dimmed lights, and interactive quizzes and games to test your knowledge of this ancient civilization. This is the PAC's second ancient Egypt exhibit in only 4 years, hopefully this will be a recurring event, and who knows, possibly, the PAC will house a permanent exhibit in the future...

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    Pointe-à-Callière is a great city museum, opened in the 1990s to celebrate the history of Montreal from the First Nations to the present.

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    Musée d'Art Contemporain de Montréal - Anahita Norouzi's Constellational Diasporas

    Musée d'Art Contemporain de Montréal

    3.8(84 reviews)
    1.3 kmVille-Marie

    This is probably the best Contemporary Museum I've visited. My friends and I have a tradition that…read moreevery year during the Jazz Festival we would travel down to Montreal. We've been doing this for about 5 years and this year we decided to go to this museum. I've been to many museums in Boston, NYC, and LA. However, besides the Broad in LA- this museum is very well curated. What I love the most is that many of them are interactive and keeps you curious. I highly suggest you visit museum when you have a chance!

    I visited the MAC Montreal a few weeks ago when I was visiting the city on a solo trip. The museum…read moreis small and in a temporary location at Place Ville Marie (it's moving and its permanent location is under construction). So it has one small exhibit at a time. When I visited, the exhibit was "femmes volcans forêts torrents,) an exhibit featuring nine woman artists whose works relate to the environment, ecosystems, environmentalism, etc. I'm not sure I would have gotten much out of the exhibit or spent as much time at the museum except that they offer a free walking tour of the exhibit if you enter at the right time (included with the price you pay to visit; the museum is not free). The guide was wonderful and really helped me to have a better interaction with the pieces. I highly recommend taking them up on their offer of a tour if you have the time! Overall, very small and the temporary location is strange, but it can be very interesting if you're interested in contemporary art or if you're interested in the exhibit at the time you visit!

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    Vieux-Port de Montréal - 6.21.2025

    Vieux-Port de Montréal

    4.3(128 reviews)
    0.4 kmVille-Marie

    Vieux-Port de Montréal, or the Old Port, is part of the Vieux-Montréal area of the city. Along with…read morethe adjacent area that's filled with shops and restaurants, this is one of the top destinations for tourists visiting the city. There's a lot to see and do here; the promenade is quite long, and is filled with great views of the water and surrounding architecture. One of the main focal points here is La Grande Roue de Montréal - a large Ferris wheel that sits right on the water's edge. Additionally, there are carnival rides, food trucks, ziplining, and a beach that's open seasonally. Since I was there in autumn, most of the attractions and beach areas were closed for the season. It was still a great experience though because there were clear views of the water and foliage in the background. I also found myself sitting, people watching, and soaking in the aesthetics. No matter what time of the year, though, it's definitely worth stopping here during your time in Montreal.

    During our last visit, we spent some time just relaxing and hanging out around the Old Port. My…read morehusband and stepson got on the ferris wheel (La Grande Roue de Montréal) and had a great time, being able to see far from atop. The tickets were $28CAN per adult. There are also places to rent paddle boats and many benches to sit and enjoy the scenery. There are food trucks in one area of the Old Port and shops in another section A great place, day or night to hang out and people watch...

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    Centre des Sciences de Montréal - 6/3/25 - Steps to the main floor. There's a ramp on the side.

    Centre des Sciences de Montréal

    3.6(62 reviews)
    0.2 kmVille-Marie

    The fam and I dropped in here early afternoon on Valentines day, and the museum was not as busy as…read moreI was expecting (thankfully). It did take some time to inquire about admission at the desk as there was only one attendant working. We were visiting from Ottawa, and hold a Science museum pass, which gave us free admission here upon showing our membership and I.D. Otherwise, it would cost around $120.00 for the four of us (2 kids, 2 adults). Note that it is $25.00 for parking on site. We only saw two attendants throughout our whole time there. No staff on the floor. One to gain admission, and another to check out tickets further down. Both interactions with staff were to the point, and they were able to communicate in English. When we did get our tickets scanned for entry, we asked the attendant about food options on site (which was only a coffee shop, on the main floor). Interaction was very blunt, and to the point, and the attendant went back looking down at her phone. Super unprofessional. The museum itself was very interactive, but much smaller than I expected Maybe I missed parts of the museum, but we were able to get through within an hour. The kids seemed to have fun. It is definitely geared for kids to run around and explore. We did notice a slime room? but it was closed and locked up. There is a small playroom for ages 0-7 to roam safely. The museum was fine, but I would not run back.

    Worth the entrance price!…read more An incredible number of interactive and informative displays. Some quite humorous in a playful way. Great for school kids. The dinosaur section has a hands-on " paleontology " dig. The very wide screen display has dinosaur that seems to know someone is in front of them. Maybe it's my imagination, but I watched it for about 10 minutes, it would stalk me when I was right in front of it. Spooky. We enjoyed it. And, it's not our first museum visit.

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    Centre des Sciences de Montréal - 6/3/25 - dinosaur diorama

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    Biodôme de Montréal - Sunbittern

    Biodôme de Montréal

    3.8(286 reviews)
    6.3 kmMercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve

    Magnificent, adventurous, and endlessly curious, that's the spirit of my visit to the Montreal…read moreBiodome. I'm glad I arrived right at the 9 AM opening. With only about 50 people in line, I had the space to move freely, look up into the treetops, and peer down into rivers and tanks without feeling rushed. It felt immersive from the start. What makes this place special is how alive it feels. No cages, no bars, just ecosystems. Birds glide overhead, and wildlife lives within carefully designed natural habitats that feel both safe and intimate. Close enough to connect, far enough to respect the wild. Accessibility was thoughtful too, with both stairs and a smooth walkway option. Getting there early made all the difference. By my second loop, the school groups had arrived and the energy shifted from calm exploration to lively chaos. The Biodome itself is massive, divided into five distinct ecosystems. One moment you're wrapped in tropical warmth, the next you're stepping into a colder, northern world. It's like walking through climates instead of hallways. Location is another win. It's right outside Viau Station, making it incredibly easy to reach. Plus, it sits alongside the Montreal Olympic Tower and the Montreal Planetarium, turning the area into a full-day adventure playground. The staff were welcoming and bilingual in French and English, adding to an already smooth experience. #tysadventures26 #SpringBreak26 #Biodome

    Perfect place to get out of the cold and spend a couple of hours viewing animals in different…read morehabitats; perfect for younger kids. Don't wait in line. Get your tix online. The tropical zone is very humid and hot. But the other zones were quite comfortable afterwards. My fav were the tamarind monkeys and the frozen wall in the penguin exhibit was quite cool, figuratively and literally. Loop hole: around back is the exit by the cafeteria. You can enter the museum in the back as it says "entrance" and there is no security...

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