A weekend in Montreal with kids: 2-day itinerary
Coming to Montreal for a weekend with the kids? Here's a two-day itinerary combining the must-sees, with little travel and breaks for little legs.
In short: Saturday at the Old Port (Science Centre, Ferris wheel, SOS Labyrinthe or a boat); Sunday in the Olympic district (Biodôme, Planetarium) and on Mount Royal.
Saturday: the Old Port
Morning: Montreal Science Centre
Hands-on interactive exhibits and a film at the IMAX theatre.
Lunch: picnic or restaurant in Old Montreal
Afternoon, take your pick:
- La Grande Roue de Montréal: Canada's tallest Ferris wheel, open year-round.
- SOS Labyrinthe: a 2 km treasure hunt in a former port hangar.
- Le Bateau-Mouche or Écorécréo pedal boats, late spring to fall.
- Pointe-à-Callière: walk among the remains of Montreal's founding.
Sunday: the Olympic district and Mount Royal
Morning: Biodôme and Planetarium
Neighbours, easily visited in the same morning. See our article Space for Life with kids.
Afternoon, depending on the season:
- Winter: free skating at Beaver Lake, on top of Mount Royal.
- Summer: a swim at the Olympic Park Sports Centre, right next door.
- Year-round: the Insectarium and its Grand Vivarium.
Our tips
- Buy Space for Life tickets online before you go.
- The Old Port is entirely walkable; the metro is handy between the two areas.
- In December, add the Grand Marché de Noël; in February, Montréal en Lumière.
- For more ideas: Things to do in Montreal with kids.
Frequently asked questions
What should we see in Montreal in 2 days with kids?
The Old Port (Science Centre, Ferris wheel) and the Olympic district (Biodôme, Planetarium).
What can we do in Montreal with kids if it rains?
The Science Centre, SOS Labyrinthe, Pointe-à-Callière, the Biodôme and the Planetarium are all indoors.
Is the Ferris wheel open in winter?
Yes, year-round, with climate-controlled cabins.
Information checked on October 13, 2026. Prices and hours may change: confirm with each place before you go.
