Montreal's museums

The MAC presents temporary exhibitions devoted to outstanding and relevant current artists who provide their own, particular insight into our society, as well as exhibitions of works drawn from the museum’s collection.

The Planétarium Rio Tinto Alcan redefines the very essence of planetariums through its original and innovative approach to astronomy. Shows both poetic and scientific are presented in its immersive theatres.

The McCord Stewart Museum celebrates life in Montréal, past and present: its history, its people, and its communities.

Galerie de l'UQAM is a university gallery dedicated to contemporary art. The institution produces and disseminates exhibitions, public activities and publications about contemporary art from Québec, Canada and abroad.

With five ecosystems of the Americas, the Biodôme, home to over 2,500 animals representing 200 different species and some 800 plant species, is like a walk in nature.

The Science Centre invites you to explore the wonders of science and technology in a stimulating and interactive setting where children can explore and experiment through to a series of different hands-on experiences.

The Cinémathèque québécoise conserves Quebec’s and Canadian cinema, as well as international animated film. Its mission is also to present these works and support cinematic art in all its forms.

The Regimental Museum retraces the history and exploits of the oldest francophone Montréal battalion in the Canadian Armed Forces: Les Fusiliers Mont-Royal. It is housed in a magnificent armoury, declared a historic and heritage site by the city of Montréal. The building alone is worth a visit.