The Holidays are the perfect time to slow down, recharge and reconnect with nature. During this season of gatherings and traditions, Espace pour la vie invites you to take a moment for yourself amid the bustle. Every visit to our museums becomes a chance to breathe, celebrate differently and take in the beauty of our planet and the cosmos.
A gift that lasts all year!
ESPACE POUR LA VIE PASSPORT
Offer a full year of exploration, learning, and wonder at Espace pour la vie’s five museums: the Biodôme, Biosphère, Jardin botanique, Insectarium and Planétarium. From stars to tropical rainforests... give the gift of something unforgettable!
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Activity ideas for everyone
DISCOVER OUR 5 MUSEUMS
Biodôme
A Close-knit Nature
From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Discover the invisible interconnections that link species and keep ecosystems in balance. Nearly 1,000 preserved specimens and sensory experiences reveal the essential role of eight keystone species—from the grey wolf and hummingbirds to corals. An immersive exhibition that invites curiosity.
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Biosphère
Emolab
From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Dive into the science of climate-related emotions and spark conversations with family or friends. This exhibition is designed to help you understand your feelings about climate change and channel those emotions into action. It’s a space to understand, discuss and explore solutions together—solutions that feel good.
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Insectarium
A Special Encounter
Every hour, starting at 10 a.m.
Meet a fascinating insect up close in the heart of the Great Vivarium. A science educator helps you create a unique connection with these small creatures that play a key role in our ecosystems. An encounter you won’t soon forget!
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Jardin botanique
A world of plants to explore
From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Treat yourself to an escape… without leaving Montréal! The greenhouses of the Jardin botanique welcome you into lush settings where orchids, ferns, begonias, succulents and tropical plants invite you to dream of faraway places. A peaceful green retreat to unwind and recharge.
Experience our greenhouses
Planétarium
Family films
Variable hours
The Planétarium is getting into the festive spirit with children’s films playing throughout the day! These stories spark curiosity and explore big questions: Why is the sky blue? Where does matter come from? How might we find a new Earth? The lineup is sure to delight all ages and invites you to journey to the heart of the universe.
Check the film schedule
Activity ideas for everyone
DISCOVER OUR 5 MUSEUMS
Biodôme
A Close-knit Nature
From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Discover the invisible interconnections that link species and keep ecosystems in balance. Nearly 1,000 preserved specimens and sensory experiences reveal the essential role of eight keystone species—from the grey wolf and hummingbirds to corals. An immersive exhibition that invites curiosity.
Book your visit
Biosphère
Emolab
From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Dive into the science of climate-related emotions and spark conversations with family or friends. This exhibition is designed to help you understand your feelings about climate change and channel those emotions into action. It’s a space to understand, discuss and explore solutions together—solutions that feel good.
Visit the exhibition
Insectarium
A Special Encounter
Every hour, starting at 10 a.m.
Meet a fascinating insect up close in the heart of the Great Vivarium. A science educator helps you create a unique connection with these small creatures that play a key role in our ecosystems. An encounter you won’t soon forget!
Buy tickets
Jardin botanique
A world of plants to explore
From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Treat yourself to an escape… without leaving Montréal! The greenhouses of the Jardin botanique welcome you into lush settings where orchids, ferns, begonias, succulents and tropical plants invite you to dream of faraway places. A peaceful green retreat to unwind and recharge.
Experience our greenhouses
Planétarium
Family films
Variable hours
The Planétarium is getting into the festive spirit with children’s films playing throughout the day! These stories spark curiosity and explore big questions: Why is the sky blue? Where does matter come from? How might we find a new Earth? The lineup is sure to delight all ages and invites you to journey to the heart of the universe.
Check the film schedule
Tips and tricks for the season
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Biodôme
Credit: Ville de Montréal / Espace pour la vie / Mathieu Rivard
Biosphère
Credit: Ville de Montréal / Espace pour la vie / Blanche Photographe
Insectarium
Credit: Ville de Montréal / Espace pour la vie / Mélanie Dusseault
Jardin botanique
Credit: Ville de Montréal / Espace pour la vie / Michel Tremblay
Planétarium
Credit: Ville de Montréal / Espace pour la vie / Mélanie Dusseault
