Outings for kids aged 6 to 12: 12 activities big kids love
Between 6 and 12, kids want to move, take on challenges and learn "real" things. Here are twelve outings designed for elementary-school kids, from Montreal to Laval and beyond.
In short: to climb, Accès Escalade Montréal and its Acro-Park; to jump, Acrosport Barani and Tiktak Parkour; for thrills, iFLY and Saute-Moutons (from age 6); to learn, the Cosmodôme and CIEAU.
Climb, jump, fly
1. Accès Escalade Montréal
A climbing centre with programs for every age and an Acro-Park (aerial courses) with a family option.
- 2350 Rue Dickson, Montreal
- See the listing
2. Acrosport Barani
Trampoline, trapeze, Tarzan rope and climbing, supervised by coaches.
- 1365 Dagenais Boulevard West, Laval
- See the listing
3. Tiktak Parkour
Parkour and obstacle courses, open sessions or classes, with zones for each age.
- 86 Rue Lucien-G.-Rolland, Saint-Jérôme
- See the listing
4. Clip 'n Climb Laval
34 themed climbing walls with auto-belay.
- 2929 Saint-Martin Boulevard West, Laval
- See the listing
5. iFLY Montreal
Fly in a vertical wind tunnel with an instructor.
- 2700 Avenue du Cosmodôme, Laval
- See the listing
6. Saute-Moutons
The jet boat on the Lachine Rapids, from age 6, mid-May to early October.
- 1 Rue Quai de l'Horloge (Old Port), Montreal
- See the listing
Learn for real
7. Cosmodôme
Interactive missions and astronaut training simulators.
- 2150 Autoroute des Laurentides, Laval
- See the listing
8. CIEAU
An interactive exhibit on the journey of water, designed for families with kids 6 and up, with a river rally.
- 12 Rue Hotte, Laval
- See the listing
9. Montreal Science Centre
Exhibits where you handle, experiment and understand, plus the IMAX theatre.
- King-Edward Pier, Old Port, Montreal
- See the listing
Team thinking
10. Échappe-toi
Quebec's first escape-room centre (2014), with adventures exploring Quebec's heritage.
- 2244 Rue Larivière, Montreal
- See the listing
11. SOS Labyrinthe
A 2 km treasure hunt in a former Old Port hangar, billed as the world's largest indoor maze.
- Quai de l'Horloge (Hangar 16), Old Port, Montreal
- See the listing
On a trip
12. Cité de l'Or
Become a miner for a day, about 91 metres underground. Check the minimum age for the descent.
- 90 Avenue Perreault, Val-d'Or
- See the listing
Our tips
- Let your child pick the activity from a short list: they'll be more motivated.
- Check minimum ages and waivers before booking.
- For older kids, see also our article Activities for teens.
Frequently asked questions
Which activity suits an 8-year-old's birthday?
Climbing (Accès Escalade, Clip 'n Climb), parkour or an age-appropriate escape room.
Which activities are open from age 6?
Saute-Moutons and the CIEAU exhibit, among others.
Where can a 10-year-old learn while having fun?
At the Cosmodôme, the Montreal Science Centre or CIEAU.
Information checked on October 13, 2026. Minimum ages, prices and hours may change: confirm with each place before booking.
