Cosmodome

A museum of the environment, housing four ecosystems including the flora, fauna and landscapes of each: tropical forest, polar regions, Laurentian forest, and St. Lawrence marine environment. Fascinating for all ages! (KP)

A gardener's dream - over 20,000 types of plants and flowers, artfully arranged in gardens and greenhouses. There are also special exhibitions of sculptured plants and flowers. And a garden wouldn't be a garden without "bugs", and therefore, an Insectarium is included on site. (KP)

An inviting path surrounded by trees, flowers, cascades, stony grounds, and a magnificent 18-hole mini-golf course. This enchanting scenery is the set of an ideal recreation area for the whole family. (KP)

Choose an artistic mold and let your talents go to work. A fun afternoon, especially on a rainy day. (KP)

Laval location: 565 St. Martin Ouest, 450-669-9399

Visit many different kinds of animals in their natural habitat. Walk through the nature path and then go indoors for more animal fun. (KP)

Contains locomotives, rolling stock and memorabilia chronicling Canada's railroad history. Allow 30 minutes minimum. (KP)

NOTE: On Monday, October 13th, 2014, Exporail is open from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Outdoor site closes at 4:00 p.m.)

Impressive collection of firefighting memorabilia. Admission is free but a donation is requested. Volunteer-operated. (KP)

Big park, right next to La Ronde (the amusement park) (KP)

Montreal's Olympic Tower is 165 meters tall (540 feet), inclined at a 45 degree angle, and curved in shape. It affords a spectacular view of the city and the surrounding area up to about 80 km (50 mi), and similarly it can be seen from far away - e.g. from the 43 km marker in St Jerome on Autoroute 15. There is a ride to the top ("funicular") that manages to stay horizontal, despite the curved path, as it ascends. (KP)

Housed in a former fire station, this museum will immerse you in the day-to-day history of Montreal and its evolution from 1642 to the present. Join workers in a 19th-century factory. Enter a 1940's living room Travel by streetcar. Guided tours, videos and slide shows for the entire family. (KP)

An enchanting place where kids can try out, act out, and creatively experience a variety of careers and occupations such as cashier, teacher, construction worker, farmer, sailor, and even weatherman -- complete with all the props! Highly recommended for little ones. (KP)