The Old Port of Montréal: more vibrant, adventurous and festive than ever this summer!

At the Old Port, family days out quickly feel like mini-vacations: you’re on the move, exploring, taking on challenges… and above all, making memories. Climb and swing through the aerial courses at Voiles en Voiles, get lost (on purpose!) in SOS Labyrinthe, or set sail on the St. Lawrence River aboard the Petit Navire. To add a touch of mystery, step into the world of Navark’s Bateau Fantôme for a treasure hunt, and for some friendly competition, head to Mini-Golf Montréal and its two outdoor courses: perfect for combining laughter and team spirit, for young and old alike.

Looking for an adventurous day out? The classics never disappoint: Écorécréo’s pedal boats or quadricycles for a leisurely ride along the waterfront, the Saute-Moutons boat for a hair-raising ride, or Aventures Wet Set Mtl’s jet skis for an ultra-refreshing spin on the St. Lawrence River. And if your group loves adrenaline rushes, Montréal Bungee promises a challenge you’ll be talking about long after the outing.
For a well-deserved break, head to the terrace at Marché des Éclusiers, then let the smells from the street food trucks guide you: Kwizinn, La Boîte à crêpes, Ice Crème Glacée… and the newest Asian-inspired spot, Les Street Monkeys. And for a slower-paced (but just as memorable) activity, consider a view from the top of the Montréal Ferris Wheel, a relaxing moment at Bota Bota, a floating spa, or a dinner cruise on the river aboard the Bateau-Mouche — must-do experiences that work perfectly for a night out with friends (or an impromptu date).

This year, the summer program at the Old Port of Montréal isn’t limited to “the coming summer”: the festive atmosphere kicked off in May and continues in full swing from June through September. We’ve already seen music and dance events, and the city even switched to F1 mode with special activations during Grand Prix weekend. Up next, you’ll find must-see food festivals such as Le Grand PoutineFest, Tacofest MTL, Goût des Caraïbes and the Festival Streetfood Montréal! And as every year, the Old Port will host cultural events like the AfroMonde festival, Savours of India festival, Jackalope Montréal and the Shérif festival.

Get ready for an immersive experience that blurs the lines between fiction and reality. With Expériences Infinity Montréal’s The Black Mirror Experience, the Old Port of Montréal brings the world of the series to life through a roughly 60-minute adventure. Guided by LifeAgent, a personalized AI assistant, you’re invited to explore a daring narrative where one question follows you from start to finish: are you the master of your own destiny… or a passenger in your own life?

If there’s one “wow” experience you absolutely must add to your summer to-do list, it’s the amazing Cirque du Soleil show. After a huge success in 2023, the show ECHO is returning to the Old Port of Montréal. Through an immersive and resolutely contemporary production, ECHO explores the themes of connection, evolution and interdependence between humans, animals and the world around us. The artists perform a series of dizzying acrobatics, circus acts of impressive precision and striking visual scenes, all set to an enveloping soundtrack and bold stage design.
Whether you’re discovering Cirque du Soleil for the very first time or are a loyal fan, ECHO offers a unifying, moving and spectacular experience — a moment outside the everyday that leaves a lasting impression on young and old alike long after the curtain falls.

Visitors of all ages are invited to experience science differently at the Montréal Science Centre, a place where curious minds come alive. The Centre’s hands-on exhibitions let guests touch, experiment and explore fascinating worlds where science and technology never fail to amaze. Every exhibit is designed to spark curiosity and a love of learning. Top it all off with a larger-than-life show at the stunning IMAX TELUS theatre, and you’ve got a visit worth remembering.