Montreal Science Centre, Montreal
Situated on King Edward Pier in the Old Port of Montreal, the Montreal Science Centre (Centre des Sciences de Montreal) is a highly popular tourist attraction. Initially known as the iSci Centre, it was established in 2000 and later renamed the Montreal Science Centre in 2002.
The Montreal Science Centre boasts engaging exhibitions focused on technology and science, accompanied by an IMAX theater. Its creation was specifically geared towards securing support from affluent community members to advance their mission.
The center organizes a range of prestigious activities to cultivate public interest and enhance its reputation. It caters to individuals who possess a deep passion for scientific and technological advancements, aiming to ignite curiosity and understanding in science and technology among its visitors.
With its interactive and dynamic approach, the Montreal Science Centre offers an enriching experience for both educational systems and the general public. Its primary goal is to foster awareness of scientific and technological trends in society while inspiring young individuals to pursue careers in science.
Don't miss the opportunity to visit this captivating and entertaining center, where you can learn, explore, and truly grasp the essence of technology and science in an interactive manner.
Why You Should Visit:
Interesting and easy-to-get-to kid-friendly museum, with most activities being geared towards preschoolers ('Fabrik' creativity factory is the section that you'd enjoy the most if you're an adult), plus good restaurants on-site for reasonable prices.
Tip:
Try to go early or later in the afternoon to avoid crowds.
The Montreal Science Centre boasts engaging exhibitions focused on technology and science, accompanied by an IMAX theater. Its creation was specifically geared towards securing support from affluent community members to advance their mission.
The center organizes a range of prestigious activities to cultivate public interest and enhance its reputation. It caters to individuals who possess a deep passion for scientific and technological advancements, aiming to ignite curiosity and understanding in science and technology among its visitors.
With its interactive and dynamic approach, the Montreal Science Centre offers an enriching experience for both educational systems and the general public. Its primary goal is to foster awareness of scientific and technological trends in society while inspiring young individuals to pursue careers in science.
Don't miss the opportunity to visit this captivating and entertaining center, where you can learn, explore, and truly grasp the essence of technology and science in an interactive manner.
Why You Should Visit:
Interesting and easy-to-get-to kid-friendly museum, with most activities being geared towards preschoolers ('Fabrik' creativity factory is the section that you'd enjoy the most if you're an adult), plus good restaurants on-site for reasonable prices.
Tip:
Try to go early or later in the afternoon to avoid crowds.
Want to visit this sight? Check out these Self-Guided Walking Tours in Montreal. Alternatively, you can download the mobile app "GPSmyCity: Walks in 1K+ Cities" from Apple App Store or Google Play Store. The app turns your mobile device to a personal tour guide and it works offline, so no data plan is needed when traveling abroad.
Montreal Science Centre on Map
Sight Name: Montreal Science Centre
Sight Location: Montreal, Canada (See walking tours in Montreal)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Sight Location: Montreal, Canada (See walking tours in Montreal)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Walking Tours in Montreal, Canada
Create Your Own Walk in Montreal
Creating your own self-guided walk in Montreal is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.8 Km or 2.4 Miles
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.8 Km or 2.4 Miles
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.6 Km or 2.2 Miles
The... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.6 Km or 2.2 Miles
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.2 Km or 2.6 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.2 Km or 2.6 Miles
The RMS Titanic Walking Tour
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Although Montreal's... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
Although Montreal's... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
Old Montreal Walking Tour
Old Montreal (Vieux-Montréal) is a historic neighborhood southeast of the downtown area, home to many architectural monuments of the New France era. Founded by French settlers in 1642 as Fort Ville-Marie, the settlement gave its name to the city borough of which it is now part.
Most of Montreal's earliest architecture, characterized by uniquely French influence, including grey stone... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.3 Km or 2.1 Miles
Most of Montreal's earliest architecture, characterized by uniquely French influence, including grey stone... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.3 Km or 2.1 Miles
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