Aquarium
du Québec

Aquarium du Québec play host to a part of the Biodôme de Montréal’s collection of Amazonian fish. Take advantage of this activity, included in the daily admission fee, to discover new residents such as Amazonian stingrays, catfish, and the infamous red piranhas.

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The dead have decided to pay a visit to the living at Aquarium du Québec. Every Saturday in October, we’ll host a big party where you’ll be immersed in the colourful universe of the dead. All along an outdoor circuit, visitors will encounter the different stages of the festive celebration of the dead and meet costumed characters in an all‑encompassing atmosphere of mystery.

Join the party and wear a costume! An ideal outing for your youngsters of 12 years old and under.

• Outdoor activity

Schedule: October 5, 12 and 19, 2019, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Pricing:

• For holders of the annual membership: free
• Regular price (plus taxes):
  • $14/adult
  • $12.50/senior
  • $10/children 3 to 17 years old
  • $38/family (2 adults and children 17 and under from the same family)

Special Night: A Super Scary October 31 for Big Kids Only

Do you think you have nerves of steel? Come and test your courage during the frightening Festival of the Dead on October 31, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. This event, reserved for people aged 14 and over, will be more monstrous than ever. We’ll test your mettle!

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What’s this? Insects among our marine animals and our fish? From April 17 to 19, 2020, nearly 10,000 naturalized or living specimens will invade the Aquarium for the first fall edition of the Insect Festival, in collaboration with La Bibitte Mobile.

Come inside our butterfly aviary or handle our living insects! Those who are really brave can even eat some insects or visit our scorpion chamber! Entomological material and naturalized insects will also be available on site, so you can start or complete a magnificent collection.

An additional activity is included with the daily entry fee.

Period: April 17 to 19, 2020, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The outdoor illuminated site of Aquarium du Québec is the new go-to spot to enjoy beautiful summer evenings! Spend quality time with your family while enjoying acoustic music performances featuring local artists. Complete your visit with a stopover in the captivating universe of jellyfish in Pavillon des Profondeurs, the deep-water pavilion.

Period: August 21 to 24 and 28 to 31, 2019, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

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Festilumières is back at Aquarium du Québec. For the occasion, the site will be dazzlingly bright and will transport you to a world of magic. The whole family will be able to move to the rhythm of the lights synchronized with the music. Experience the magic of winter on this outdoor circuit that will entertain young and old alike. Snow tubing, inflatable games, and various fun activities await you!

• Outdoor activity

Festilumières Schedule (2019-2020)

• December 26, 2019, to January 5, 2020, every night, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
• January 11 to February 29, 2020, Saturday night, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

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Come meet these unique animals. An amazing fact: these Atlantic and Pacific walruses manage to live here together in harmony. An almost unheard of phenomenon that raises a great deal of interest! Did you know that Boris, our male walrus can weigh up to 3,500 pounds or 1,590 kilograms? Come and learn more in the company of an animal guide.

• Outdoor activity

Schedule available on site.

The young walruses are back

After two years of absence while they grew up in Vancouver Aquarium, the two young walruses, Lakina and Balzak, are back home for a few months. This is a great opportunity to revisit these impressive mammals, which have charmed visitors since their first appearances in our basins!

You may recall that in May 2016, Aquarium du Québec had the privilege of witnessing the birth of these two walruses. This was an extremely rare event as they were only the 7th and 8th walruses to be born since 1930 in North America, as well as the first births in Canada.

Due to a lack of space in the medium term and to avoid inbreeding, the two female walruses, Arnaliaq and Lakina, will leave in spring 2020 for the Toronto Zoo, which is currently setting up a brand-new habitat just for them. Boris and Balzak, the two males, will continue to navigate the waters of Aquarium du Québec.

These skilful and playful harbour seals are exceptional. Stop for a while by their pool and admire them. And take in the scenery. This area overlooks the St. Lawrence River and the bridges.

• Outdoor activity

Schedule available on site.

This vulnerable species is the focus of the Aquarium’s protection and conservation mission.

Did you know that?

Prevent their extinction!

Renovation of polar bear habitat

Our polar bears, Taiga and Eddy, are currently housed at the Cochrane Polar Bear Habitat while we’re expanding their habitat. The new enclosure will be double in size while meeting the highest industry standards for the well-being of our animals – and the safety of our employees and visitors as well.

Aquarium du Québec is part of Canada’s Accredited Zoos and Aquariums (CAZA) association and of Société des établissements de plein air du Québec (Sépaq).

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Discover atlantic stingrays in the company of a guide. On this occasion, you can touch the stingrays in their basin and even feed them in exchange for a donation to our Aquarium du Québec Conservation Fund (subject to availability).

• Indoor activity

Schedule: year-round, depending on opening hours

Meet a guide in the tunnel of the Awesome Ocean and discover the world of the Pacific and scuba diving, as well as the different issues surrounding marine life.

• Indoor activity

Schedule available on site.

Come and touch a wide variety of invertebrates in the company of an animal guide.

• Indoor activity

Schedule available on site.

Discover the reptiles and amphibians in this extraordinary place.

• Indoor activity

Schedule: year-round, depending on opening hours

On paper or using your tablet or cell phone, discover our different circuits for children and adults.

• Indoor activity

Schedule: year-round, depending on opening hours

A pathway to adventure for young adventurers! This aerial hebertism trail is specially designed for them. Kids 6 to 12 years old clamber about in complete safety 70 cm from the ground. There are nets, catwalks, gangplanks, vines, and so on. A way to develop balance and self-reliance while burning up energy!

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Schedule: May to September

Learn about the Aquarium from the inside out! Be an animal keeper for a day. A unique opportunity to discover the bears, walruses, seals and arctic foxes close up. Reservations required. Activity reserved for 14 years of age or over.

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The water games are an aquatic paradise for kids! They are very much appreciated on hot days. Water jets, interactive water canons, and amusing characters will delight the children ... and adults!

Locker rooms are available near the water games to put on your swimsuit.

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Schedule: June to September

From February 29 to March 8, 2020, Aquarium du Québec offers you a program filled with discoveries and pleasure!

Details to come for the 2020 edition.

You’ll also want to meet the 10,000 marine animals inhabiting this environment. What a great way to get some fresh air and dazzle the entire family.

Come greet our arctic foxes who love to play tricks to visitors. There is no doubt they will charm you.

• Outdoor activity

Schedule available on site.

With family or friends, combine a brunch with an Aquarium tour.

You'll appreciate the great view of the river and the Québec bridge. Later, you'll have plenty of time to discover this marvellous site. Reservations: 418 659-5264, option 5

Every Sunday, starting at 10 a.m.

Rates including Aquarium admission and brunch (service and taxes included)*:

• $38.33 / 13 years of age or over
• $22.32 / 6 to 12 of age
• $8 / 3 to 5 years of age
• Free for 2 years of age or under

Do you have a membership? The brunch costs (service and taxes included)*:

• $26 / 13 years of age or over
• $14.52 / 6 to 12 years of age
• Free for 5 years of age or under

* Special rates apply for holidays and the following special events:

• New Year’s Day
• Easter
• Mother’s Day (in French only)
• Father’s Day (in French only)

Brunch Menu (in French only)

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This restaurant is inside L'Atrium in the main building and offers sandwiches, homemade salads, beverages, frozen desserts, and basic shopping items.

Period:

• Summer (starting June 1): Open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Winter: every day, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Located in the wetland sector, it serves lunches, beverages, and frozen treats.

Period: June 15 to September 2, 2019, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The restaurant boasts a terrace and a superb view of the St. Lawrence River and the Québec bridges. With a cafeteria-style layout available for 20 to 175 people, it offers a different menu each tasty salads, frozen deserts, beverages, and so on.

Period: June 22 to September 2, 2019, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Outside Alizé restaurant. You can get ice cream cones and other frozen deserts here.

Periods: 

• June 15 to September 2, 2019

You’ve got a sweet tooth? Well, watch out! The Beaver Tail banner has arrived at the Aquarium! The vast array of flavours, each more succulent than the last, will be sure to satisfy your most powerful sugar cravings. Why not treat yourself to this tasty delight next time you drop by?

Periods:

• June 1 to September 2, 2019, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Weekends only for the rest of the year

A focal point for fast food! You’ll find popcorn, ice cream products, sweets, and much more.

Period: June 1 to September 2, 2019, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Immerse your students to an amazing underwater world! Come meet our enthusiastic guides. Aimed at young people in elementary or high school, our educational activities will help students get in touch with their environment, make them understand its fragility, discover multiple specimens, and take them through a memorable real-world experience.

Combining education and emotions, Aquarium du Québec is an institution dedicated to the development and conservation of animal species and their environment, the dissemination of knowledge about these animals and understanding the bonds that join us to them. 

NEW! The Aquavan at your school!
(for the three elementary school levels and the junior-level secondary school)

Here’s an extraordinary opportunity to discover Aquarium du Québec in your school thanks to our brand-new Aquavan educational vehicle! Armed with a number of animal species from the Aquarium and our mobile aquariums, an animal guide will come to your school and present educational activities directly in your classrooms. Starfish, sea urchins, sea cucumbers, turtles, hippocampi, axolotls, jellyfish, and anemones will be on the discovery agenda.

Educational program for the three elementary school levels

This educational program is specially designed for all three elementary school levels and includes a preparatory activity, a guided visit to the Aquarium du Québec and an enrichment activity. In line with the objectives of the Québec Education Program and the Ministère de l’Éducation, du Loisir et du Sport, these activities enable students to discover and explore the fascinating world of oceans. This way the teacher can introduce students to scientific and technological endeavours while assessing their learning progress.

NEW! Aquarium du Québec is registered with the répertoire des ressources culture-éducation (culture-education resources directory)

You could receive financial assistance depending on your project. Fees may be reimbursed (entry fees and transportation costs, for example) for scientific culture workshops held at your school and for organized student visits to scientific culture organizations. For more information and for eligibility conditions, please consult the scientific culture section of the Culture in the Schools program.

2019-2020 School activities brochure (in French only)

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Groups of all ages (scouts, youth centres, day camps, summer recreation camps, cadets, daycare centres, etc.) are invited to discover the vast array of species at Aquarium du Québec. A playground that’s full of life!

During the summer season, take the opportunity to cool off with some water games or make your way across the safe and child-friendly Tree-to-Tree Hebertism circuit.

Discover the Pavilion of the Deep, home to hundreds of jellyfish and magnificent seahorses, and featuring a tank of rays that you can actually touch!

2019-2020 Youth group activities brochure (in French only)

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Marine animals aren't the only extraordinary sight. From the Aquarium du Québec site you have a superb view of the river and the Québec bridge. Some of the rooms are perfectly angled for looking out at this impressive backdrop.

Terrace

On warm days, the terrace is a very popular place for mixing and mingling during cocktail hour. It's exceptional because of its lovely setting and the incomparable view it offers. Capacity: 225 people.

Atrium

It's in the main building and perfectly suited for receptions (product launch, cocktail, or happy hour).  Capacity: 600 people.

Tunnel

Under the Grand Ocean, this large open area will entice you with its different levels.

Alizé restaurant

With its lovely windows, the room is ideal for a banquet, reception, or meeting. Capacity: 75 to 225 people. Virtual Tour

Mistral

It too offers an interesting view of the river. Capacity: 40 people.

The Depths Pavilion

Discover our pavilion, featuring hundreds of jellyfish, seahorses, and a tank full of rays that you can touch! With its exceptional location and intimate lounge atmosphere, The Depths Pavilion at Aquarium du Québec is a place of choice for corporate cocktail parties and business events!
Capacity: 125 people
Pavilion layout

Nordet

This completely renovated room offers a magnificent view of our grounds. It’s the best place to see all of our facilities, especially the seal pool.
Capacity: 50 to 120 people

Meeting Package

2019-2020 Brochure

Room layout

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Alizé room at Aquarium du Québec offers a breathtaking view of the St. Lawrence River and the Québec and Pierre-Laporte bridges. This unique setting is an ideal spot for celebrating your magic moments in tranquility and all of this is available year-round!

2020 Wedding Brochure (in French only)

Layout of the rooms

Virtual tour - Alizé

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Set in the heart of a remarkable zoological environment and featuring magical winter landscapes and a fabulous view of the St. Lawrence River and the Québec Bridge, Aquarium du Québec is the perfect place for your Christmas party.

Christmas Package (in French only)

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