Free Things to Do with Kids in Montreal
22 free kid-friendly activities in Montreal. No admission fees: parks, playgrounds, trails, and more. Age ratings and parent tips for every listing.
Highest rated: Karusel, raplapla, Grande Ourse. 14 are indoor. 4 are outdoor. Every listing includes age ratings, stroller access, and parent tips.
Top Picks

Karusel
5 starsKarusel has a whimsical, colourful atmosphere that draws kids in. The mix of toys, games, and novelty items means there's always something unexpected

raplapla
4.9 starsRaplapla makes soft, handmade plush toys and dolls that are unlike anything kids find in chain stores. Toddlers grab onto the colorful characters and

Grande Ourse
4.9 starsGrande Ourse is a toy store that feels like walking into a fairy tale. The wooden toys, handmade dolls, and craft items are unlike anything kids see a

Partenariat du Quartier des spectacles
4.8 starsIn summer, the interactive water fountains and light installations turn the public plazas into a giant playground. Kids can run through the fountain j

La Jolie Boutique
4.7 starsThis is a treasure hunt kind of store where kids find toys and clothes they've never seen before. The boutique format means each item has been hand-pi
FreeKarusel
Ages: 0-10
Freeraplapla
Ages: 0-7
FreeGrande Ourse
Ages: 0-10
FreePartenariat du Quartier des spectacles
Ages: All ages
FreeLa Jolie Boutique
Ages: 0-10
FreeKidlink Books & Toys
Ages: 0-10
FreeMaisonneuve Park
Ages: 0-16
FreeOld Port of Montreal (Vieux-Port)
Ages: Best for all ages
FreeBarbie Expo
Ages: 3-14 years
FreeBric à Brac
Ages: 0-16
FreeLe Valet d'Coeur
Ages: 6-17
FreeChez Rhox, le Geek Stop
Ages: 5-17
FreeAquarius Tropical Fish
Ages: 3-10 years
FreeAquarium Raging Reef - Montreal
Ages: 3-14
FreeAtwater Market
Ages: Best for all ages
FreeBoutique Citrouille
Ages: 0-10
FreeJoyeux-Vikings Park
Ages: 1-10
FreeIndigo
Ages: 0-17
FreeParc Jean-Drapeau (Biosphere & Aquatic Complex)
Ages: Best for all ages
FreeJean-Talon Market
Ages: Best for all ages
FreeComme des enfants
Ages: 0-7
FreePlace Jacques-Cartier
Ages: Best for all ages
Common Questions
- What are the best free things to do with kids in Montreal?
- Montreal has 22 free family-friendly activities. Top-rated picks include Karusel, raplapla, Grande Ourse, Partenariat du Quartier des spectacles, La Jolie Boutique. All are free admission — no tickets needed.
- Are there free outdoor activities for kids in Montreal?
- Yes — 4 of the 22 free activities in Montreal are outdoors, including parks, playgrounds, and trails.
- What free activities in Montreal are good for toddlers?
- 20 free activities in Montreal are rated for toddlers (ages 1-3). Parent favorites: Karusel, raplapla, Grande Ourse.
- How many free activities in Montreal are stroller-friendly?
- 11 of the 22 free activities in Montreal are fully stroller-friendly.
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