Montreal with Kids

Montreal is one of the best places for children to get their first taste of a foreign city. Montreal offers the familiarity of a modern city, as well as the old-world feel and appeal of a European metropolis. Kids will love the options for outdoor play, educational opportunities, and great food. Here are the top things to do in Montreal with kids.

Kid-Friendly Hotels

Perhaps the most underrated aspect of traveling with kids is picking a kid-friendly hotel. Nothing's more disappointing than to have your children running amok in a hotel where it's simply unacceptable to do so. In Montreal, there are several great hotels that are extremely kid-friendly. Delta Montreal, conveniently located downtown, is one of the city's most famous hotels, and it offers great perks for kids and makes them feel right at home. Upon check-in, ask for the "kids' essentials" kit, which consists of age-appropriate amenities and games. And, even better, kids stay here in their parents' rooms for free.

Museums for the Family

Once you have your accommodations squared away, you'll need to think of some fun activities to get the whole family involved. Visit Point-a-Calliere, an archaeological and historical museum documenting the history of Montreal. Kids will like the beautifully restored artifacts and sections of buildings. Also try out the Science Center, which features dozens of interactive exhibits for kids. Between these visits, wander around the Old Montreal area, where kids will be able to see history come to life, as many of the city's original buildings still stand as monuments to the past.

Outdoor Activities

When you've had enough learning and you're ready to do something active, head to Lachine Canal and go for a raft ride down the rapids. If your kids are up to it, you can take a speedboat from the Jacques-Cartier Pier to get there. It's bumpy and fast so it's not for the squeamish, but most children and teenagers will have a blast on the exhilarating ride.

Family Dining

Once it's time for dinner, you and your kids have plenty of options. Many children like Mango Bay, a Caribbean restaurant in the downtown area that offers specialties like jerk chicken and curry goat. If you'd like a more classic Montreal experience, head to Jardin Nelson in Old Town, which specializes in crepes.

Montreal has something for everyone, especially kids. If you're visiting Montreal with kids, make this one of the best vacations they've ever had. Let them get their hands "dirty" in the interactive exhibits or experience a thrilling speedboat ride. No matter what you end up doing in Montreal with kids, the whole family will have a memorable time.

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