Animal activities Montreal

Wild Adventures in Montreal

Montreal is a haven for animal lovers, with a plethora of activities and attractions that let you get up close and personal with furry friends, feathered companions, and even scaly creatures! Here’s your guide to exploring the wild side of this vibrant city.

Zoos and Nature Museums

• Granby Zoo: Located about an hour outside Montreal, this zoo is home to over 1,500 animals from around the world. Don’t miss the Amur tigers, African lions, and white rhinos.
• Biodome de Montreal: This unique attraction features five ecosystems: tropical rainforest, Laurentian maple forest, Gulf of St. Lawrence, Labrador Coast, and sub-Antarctic islands. Get ready to spot everything from monkeys to penguins!
• Parc Jean-Drapeau’s Aquazilla: An inflatable water course at Plage Jean-Doré, good for families in summer. It has no animals.

Wildlife Encounters

• Montreal Insectarium: Delve into the fascinating world of insects at this one-of-a-kind museum. With over 250,000 specimens on display, you’ll be buzzing with excitement!
• Espace pour la vie (Space for Life): The umbrella for five nature museums: Biodome, Biosphere, Insectarium, Botanical Garden and Planetarium. A single-museum adult ticket is about $25.50 in 2026.

Tips and Essentials

• Be sure to check opening hours, ticket prices, and any specific rules or regulations before visiting each attraction.
• Consider purchasing a Montreal Museums Pass for discounted entry to multiple attractions.
• Pack comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for outdoor activities.
• Don’t forget your camera to capture those unforgettable animal moments!

Get ready to unleash your inner wild child in Montreal!