Best Outdoor Activities for Kids in Montreal
9 outdoor adventures for families in Montreal. Parks, trails, playgrounds, and fresh-air fun for every age group.
Highest rated: Partenariat du Quartier des spectacles, Aqua Twist, Maisonneuve Park. 4 are free. Every listing includes age ratings, stroller access, and parent tips.
Top Picks

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

Aqua Twist
4.7 starsAqua Twist is a spinning water ride at La Ronde that whips you around while getting you thoroughly soaked. The combination of spinning, speed, and wat

Maisonneuve Park
4.7 starsThe huge open fields are perfect for running, kicking a ball, or flying a kite. In winter, the skating rink and toboggan hill draw kids from across th

Place Jacques-Cartier
4.5 starsPlace Jacques-Cartier is the beating heart of Old Montreal, and for kids, it is pure sensory delight. This wide, sloping cobblestone square runs from

Joyeux-Vikings Park
4.5 starsThe Viking-themed playground elements give this park a sense of adventure that generic parks lack. Kids pretend they're on Viking ships and exploring
FreePartenariat du Quartier des spectacles
Ages: All ages

Aqua Twist
Ages: 7-17
FreeMaisonneuve Park
Ages: 0-16
FreePlace Jacques-Cartier
Ages: Best for all ages
FreeJoyeux-Vikings Park
Ages: 1-10

Plage de l'Horloge
Ages: 2-16

Bateau-Mouche River Cruise
Ages: Best for all ages

Voiles en Voiles (Pirate Ship Adventure Park)
Ages: Best for ages 3 and up

Vol Ultime
Ages: 8-17
Common Questions
- What are the best outdoor activities for kids in Montreal?
- 9 outdoor family activities in Montreal. Highest rated: Partenariat du Quartier des spectacles, Aqua Twist, Maisonneuve Park, Place Jacques-Cartier, Joyeux-Vikings Park. Parks, trails, playgrounds, and more.
- Are there free outdoor things to do with kids in Montreal?
- 4 outdoor activities in Montreal are free, including Partenariat du Quartier des spectacles, Maisonneuve Park, Place Jacques-Cartier.
- How many outdoor activities in Montreal are stroller-friendly?
- 5 of the 9 outdoor activities in Montreal are fully stroller-friendly.
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