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Centre des Sciences de Montréal

Centre des Sciences de Montréal
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Type of Site
Entertainment Venues, Museums
Neighborhood
Central
Interests That Apply
Technology, Science, Engineering, Math, Architecture, Shopping
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Price: $5-$10
Combination tickets are available for purchase. See website for ticket price details.
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Water/Drinks: Available on site or nearby.
This is a good place to get: Snacks Dinner Lunch Breakfast
Restrooms: Available
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Centre des Sciences de Montréal

Montreal Science Center

State of the Art


Family Time Must See

Address: Phone:
333 de la Commune St W
(at King Edward Pier, on the corner of de la Commune and St-Laurent)
Montreal, QC H2Y 2E2
+1 514 496 4724
Fax: +1 514 496 0667

Description

This recently opened science and technology centre has quickly become one of the Old Port's biggest attractions. Along with the IMAX theatre, now part of the centre, three major permanent exhibitions anchor the museum: Life Lab examines the role of industry in the amelioration of human life; Information Studio focuses on technology and knowledge; and Matter Works showcases some of man's greatest technological achievements. The food court is on site.



Times & Dates

Open Hours: 9am-4pm, Mon-Fri; 10am-5pm, Sat-Sun
Notes: Times listed are for the Exhibitions. Doors open at the Centre at 8:30am, Mon-Fri; and at 9:30am, Sat-Sun. See website for the IMAX shows schedule and for specific event/exhibition times.
Visit Time: 1hr-6hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: $5-$10
Price Notes: Combination tickets are available for purchase. See website for ticket price details.
Payment Types: VISA, MASTERCARD, AMEX, BANKCARD

Exposure

Indoor with climate control.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Nearest Train or Bus: Champ-de-Mars
Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car Subway Taxi
Notes: There is plenty of parking at the Science Centre.
Parking Availability: Yes
Notes: The parking lot is located next to the Montreal Science Centre and is open 24 hours, daily, but can be expensive! See website for map and rates.


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