If you love animals, you will love the Biodôme.
I've visited here several times already but it doesn't get boring.
Looking forward to an expansion of the place soon!!

My favourite highlights:
* the otters
* the beavers at the beaver dam
* the penguins! Always my favourite - look for the ones that tries to swim against the current in the waters; it looks as if they're dancing the salsa haha.
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Visit the Biodome! I found it to be a nice "zoo", but I would call it more of a natural science museum mixed with a zoo. The biodome is split into four different ecosystems with all the animals and educate the population about different animals in ecosystems. From rain forest, to tundra, it's pretty fun. It is small though, so you could enjoy it in an hour and a half.

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Make your trip to the Biodome worthwhile by opting to do the combo package with the Planetarium and the Insectarium with garden tour. Also, I noticed the long lines in buying tickets, so buy your tickets ahead of time...online, and just show your printed scanner or on your phone when going in.

Everything is done indoors, so need to worry about rain, being cold, etc.

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Last week, the weather cooperated with us enough to be able to go pumpkin picking at Quinn Farm. This week however, has been rainy, windy and chilly (Hurricane/Tropical Storm Patricia) so we decided to do indoor activities. A great option for both children and adults is Montreal's Biodôme.

Opened in 1992, the Biodôme recreates 4 different ecosystems:

the lush and humid Tropical Rainforest
the... plus

Overpriced and overcrowded for what it is (basically a small zoo under a dome, with several simulated habitats, including tropical and temperate forests). Even though we went on a weekday we could hardly turn around due to all the people! It's interesting to see some of the animals without glass separating you (monkeys, caimans, and many, many birds) but overall I think this attraction would be... plus

Pretty cool place. Visited Montreal from NY with some people who dragged me there. Didn't expect much, was pleasantly surprised. I would definitely go back!

It's such a cute little weekend day trip. It's not a large place, but I can see how kids can really enjoy it. The dome is divided into 5 primary areas, encompassing the different climes of Canada, starting from the warmest jungle-like areas to the subpolar regions. They're well done and the animals are all prominently displayed and quite active.

The highlights for me were the penguin feeding... plus

Can't expect it to be breezy and cool, but I still had a good time here. I was looking forward to seeing the penguins. We got some great pictures of them. Not sure if I would come again but if family wanted to check it out I would tag along too. Maybe I'll see a sloth or two.

I had no idea this place was a zoo... sigh...
Birds (penguins, puffins..etc.. stuck existing in the smallest overcrowded 'habitats', no where for them to hide and often visiting kids are beating on the glass with their fists, just awful.
Reminds me of a few revolting Eastern European zoos I visited as a little kid.
If you want to introduce your kids to nature, take them outside.

Such a unique place to visit when coming to Montreal. I love the way they've created various habitats and ecosystems all under one roof so seamlessly. During the summer on a weekday it was packed. The lineup to buy tickets went all the way to the Restaurant! Luckily it moved quickly, and we were inside to enjoy the animals.

I love that they make the habitats look natural - especially the... plus

For the longest of time I was pretty jaded about the biodome. It opened when I was 9 and living in the nearby suburbs, so as you can imagine we took many a school trip to the biodome. I visited a few years ago and the whole thing seemed the same as when I first visited, though showing signs of wear. I visited again recently and was pleasantly surprised to see all the signage and visuals freshly... plus

I love the concept of the Biodome and I really enjoyed my time there. We got tickets to both the Botanical Gardens and the Biodome (which can be purchased together at a discounted price). We were delighted that we could use the tickets on separate days without any special requests!

The Biodome is kind of like an indoor zoo. I'm sure if you've been to any zoo you've noticed that they have some... plus

If you are a big city in the far north, and a traditional zoo is not a feasible idea - this like the Insectarium is a brilliant attraction idea.

It should take you the better part of a day. And the adjascent stadium is an interesting building too.

This is definitely a tourist destination, but also a bit of a "trap." We were extremely disappointed by our visit to the Biodome. Most of the exhibits had fake animals that were dragged to their location to give the appearance that they had moved there themselves. There weren't any employees standing out to talk to us about the exhibits. It wasn't anything that I had expected. The reviews I... plus

Quite large park located at the old site of the 1976 Olympics. The building where the cycling events once took place is now an indoor zoo. Here you'll see well maintained animal exhibits from exotic, native and Arctic bird and marine life to sloths and tamarind monkeys. Best is their minx exhibit. Admission is pricey so I recommend doing the combined package. It includes the habitats of the... plus

This is a fun touristy spot to visit while on Montreal. A great spot for kids also.
We were able to easily locate street parking close by.
They accept student discounts and Triple A discounts.
The interior of some exhibits definitely needs some renovations (fish tanks, bat exhibit).
All in all a good trip and interesting spot to visit. Penguin exhibit and rainforest area were the best.

Really short...but kinda interesting =/

If you imagine condensing an entire zoo and aquarium in one large dome, that's the Biodome in a nutshell. While it is interesting seeing different species of animals in 3 different habitats, the selection of the creatures was relatively limited and the novelty quickly wore off as you explore the entire "zoo" in less than one hour. I'm a little bit more... plus

Montreal is one of the prettiest cities in Canada... well that's my opinion anyways. The Biodome was an interesting thing to visit, there were lots of different types of wild life and exhibits which made for an interesting day trip. I would definitely recommend the Biodome to those visiting Montreal …

My husband and I had a nice day at the biodome and insectarium. Coming from another world class city, we are kind of spoiled when it comes to museums. The biodome was standard, the insects spiced it up. The buildings are about ten minutes apart and they have cues along the path making it very …

You can't get a place like this in the States. Being able to see so many animals, often up-close and without anything but air and guardrails between you is a real treat. I found it to be far more immersive than a typical zoo, as you will experience the same climate as the animals in each exhibit, with the …

I summoned my inner nerd and ventured out to the biodome which was one of the checkpoints I wanted to hit up on my first trip to Montreal. I came at a perfect time (which was near closing) because I was able to enjoy the exotic animals without having to push little bratty kids out of the way. As far as …

I went to the Biodome on a Saturday Morning around 11:00 AM. Although the ticket line seemed quite long, the service was pretty quick since they had so many people handling the ticket line. If you're a student, bring your student ID because the student biodome ticket was only $14.25 incl tax!

The biodome was smaller than what I anticipated, but for $15 it was pretty decent. There was a good... plus

In all my traveling, I've never seen a place quite like this. This is more than just the typical zoo or aquarium experience. It's a more laid-back and real way to experience animals just being animals. The exhibits are well maintained, and if you didn't know any better, you'd think they were the real thing.

We loved watching the sloths. In every zoo ever, they just sleep all day, but these... plus

One of my favourite places ever! I only wish it was larger.
This gives you a chance to experience being in the same habitat as the animals and observing how they do. It's bloody amazing!
If you can, avoid it on the weekends because it's super busy and line ups can be long. Also, try looking out for the penguins because they're adorable. They were the highlight of my visit.
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I like the biodome because they offer student pricing. I like the biodome because I get to see awesome animals and plants and get to see otters slide down their mini rivers.

I HATE the biodome because it's constantly filled with childrens group being monitored by people who couldnt' care less about how they're affecting other people's visits. It's also very frustrating to make the trek out... plus

An okay indoor zoo. Displays are kind of run down. Smaller than I thought it would be.

I loved the Biodome! This is such a fun museum to learn about different animals and their habitats. It's also walking distance from the Botanical Gardens (with very well-marked signs along the way). You can get a ticket package and visit both sites in one day. Go to the Biodome early, when they first open, to beat the long lines. My favorites were the Capybara in the rainforest, the Canadian... plus

3.5 stars

Recently I took some relatives here on a rainy Saturday afternoon.

This is my 3rd or 4th visit in the last 8 years and I would rate it on the better side of okay. Not fabulous but not horrible if you catch my drift!

We arrived here shortly around 2PM and it was evident that we were not the only people with the idea of visiting the biodome. There must have been a good 5000-10,000... plus

Great experience and worth the $18.75 to get in. The ticket line is VERY long - like Six-Flags-Great-Adventure-long. Buy your tickets online! You don't have to print the ticket if you have a smart phone. Someone will be able to scan the bar code from your smartphone. I only waited 3 minutes on line with my pre-purchased ticket.

Please note the Biodôme is small, so really take your time looking... plus

Pros: Layout, animals

Cons: small

We were in Montreal for the afternoon so we decided to check out the biodome. We have heard good things about it from other people and I feel as though in need to echo this. Like other indoor aquariums/animal domes I've been too, this place is well laid out and the flow kept people moving. I didn't seemed crammed in one area. I felt for its size there were... plus

This is a WOW...WOW...place...a must visit for all tourists of Montreal...the habitats are very well established....the animals feel more natural...the temperature is controlled for each habitat...moving from the rainy, humid, dim lighted tropical forests to the others...

the animals are not enclosed except for fishes/bats nd penguins :P...but they are at a safe height or distance...you... plus

What a great place to visit. This is the coolest reused building I've ever been into (it was the Velodome of the '76 Olympic Games). The habitats were well put together and the animals seemed to have enough space to hide and be seen. The rainforest is really really hot, the bat exhibit was cool (and scary) and the penguins were delightful. I loved how the birds could all fly and that it... plus

Overall :
Pretty cool zoo-esque experience, although a bit pricey for what it is. Definitely cool for kids.

Experience :
The animals are free within their area, so you get to see them behaving a bit more naturally than they might in a separated enclosure. Watching from underneath as a duckling dived down to fish for a clam was awesome. There are pretty limited signs, so you aren't always sure... plus

We did not know what to expect, this place is awesome! We have been to world class zoos & aquariums but this is unique. A beaver or puffin would be insignificant in those other places, but here, the are headliners and fascinating. We spent a lit of time watching the puffins surf the water jets-so whimsical. The penguins actually followed and mimicked the children-my daughter pulled her finger... plus

It was on the pricier side but I think you get your value for the dollar. My family and I had a very nice time and I will recommend this to anyone interested in visiting Montreal. All in all, a good time.

Price is high for what it is great that they turned the space into an exhibit though. Maybe worth seeing once but I wouldn't put It on the list of things you must see in montreal. Of course we didn't go with any kids either but I thought it was a bit short. Some of the animals like the otter for example did not seem happy the beaver was scratching at its wall like it wanted to get out kind of... plus

Animals are unpredictable. Sometimes, they pose on a tree branch, smiling for the visitors, acting cute and interesting. Other times, they nap when they should be doing the above (I'm looking at you, beavers).

Though skeptical about the Biodome at first, I was super excited that we went. First of all, it's right next to Olympic Park and the botanical gardens, if you're looking for a... plus

Nice way to see and learn about nature

My family and I enjoyed the biodome. They had nice displays for the animals and plant life. It also doesnt take too long to see everything so people of all activity levels can enjoy it.

So much betterave than a zoo

\A cheetah mom with her new cubs in a vast natural environment where they play. Different species living and interacting together. M'y grandson really loved it.

Excellent place to bring kids of all ages to

We've been here several times over the years (with and without kids), and it is always an amazing experience. The different climate zones are very interesting to explore, and you get to see tons of different plants and animals. You can easily spend the whole day exploring. Well worth it!

Great for Families

Our family loves the Biodome in Montreal. It is easy to get to and great for families to visit. Going into all of the different biospheres and seeing the creatures that live in each is amazing. We LOVE visiting with the penguins. They can entertain you for hours!!! You can easily slip over to the Botanical gardens for a walk... plus

Life saving

It's a life saving to have a biodome for children during our harsh winter, we can escape and become closer to nature. The kids learn so much there, and the different seasons and species are perfect! Apparently they now have a day camp for summer... plus

Especially in winter... A magical experience

Montreal has long, long winters (sigh). My family consistently enjoys taking a break from winter and immersing ourselves in these authentically-reproduced biomes, including a tropical rainforest, arctic penguin habitat, seaside rendezvous, and northern forest. My sons like the otters and penguins best, and my favourite is the rainforest with its waterfalls, exotic birds flying free, and... plus

Biodome

This was a great family outing. We arrived on what we found out was free museum day in Montreal. The line up was approx 2 hrs. We decided to come back the next day and pay the admission. Free museum day is the last Sunday in May every year. The kids really loved the biodome. I previously read that you... plus

They've got a good idea but haven't quite executed it right

We were super lucky to happen to be in Montreal on some Free Museum day where they were running free buses and entrance fee was free. So that was a definite plus. Usual admission is kinda steep for what you get and it is outside the city so you'd have to drive or take public transportation.
The place itself is... plus

This day happened to be a real zoo

We meant to go to the biosphere, but ended up at the Biodome. It just happened to be free day here so it was a mob scene. It is basically a walk thru zoo. I am so happy it was free!

Great visit with group of school age children

We recently visited with our group of approx 60 kids. All the kids enjoy the visit. The bobcats were the hightlight as they put a cardboard box in with them and the cats played around with it. It was also feeding time for the penguins and the outside educator was very helpful.

Could be better

There's nothing of special. Simple zoo with some animals and poor experience. The only thing there's different is that indoor zoo.

Boring and Amateurish

This was a waste of time for us. This combination zoo/aquarium/science museum did not do a particularly good job in anyone of these areas. Most of the sections are poorly designed. I guess if you live in Montreal and have never seen a penguin or a shark, this is the place to go. We also had a lousy meal in... plus

Unique

Let me be clear, this is not a zoo, so you will not see Noah's Ark. It is not small, yes, you can run through it and learn nothing, but to really take it all in and be awe inspired by our planet, count on 1 1/2 to 2 hours. The whole point is to present the main climatic zones... plus

Oasis

A Metro ride gets you to the former Olympic site. After a walk, you get to the Biodome. The plants and animal life are interesting. We bought a ticket that included gardens -- Jardin Botanique. It was tricky for us to find but is a nice and tranquil place to visit. We found the Viau Metro stop on the return... plus

OK, but kind of small

The idea is pretty cool, but the walk through he different biomes goes fairly quickly and there aren't that many animals to see. Kids might enjoy this more than adults. It's located in the same area as other tourist sites like Olympic Stadium, planetarium, botanical gardens.

Don't waste your time on this

As a Montrealer, all I can say is don't waste your time at the Biodôme... There is so much more stuff to do in Montreal! Don't go there even if you're in the neighborhood because you wanted to see the Olympic stadium, go to the botanical garden or Parc Maisonneuve right beside the stadium,but save your time and money and... plus

My favorite in Montreal

We visited this on a rainy day and enjoyed it a lot. There were lots of animals and plant life and everything was well marked and explained. Each of the four biospheres is accurately depicted. It takes about 1.5 hours to go through leaving time for the planetarium and observatory.

Bio-don't

Title was courtesy of my hubby :) The concept is neat, but the variety of animals was limited. We felt the entire exhibit was way overpriced at $18/ticket - $8 would have been a fair price. The penguins were the highlight, and the tropical section was our least favorite (but that's probably because we're from Houston and the oppressing humidity... plus

Young children may like, but older ones may be disappointed

We visited the Biodome with two 4 year olds on a week day. They liked what they saw, but thought there was not enough to see. Many of the species could not be seen and some habitats seemed empty. For an adult, the visit is quite ordinary. Too bad, because many years ago, we visited it with other kids and... plus

Fun, but probably more fun for families. Set aside about an hour

I went with a friend and we did the 2 experience package with the Biodome and the Planetarium. It was really fun and interesting! Just a heads up, the show we saw in the Chaos theatre made us both EXTREMELY dizzy. I had to take off my glasses and was a bit sick feeling by the end, but it was... plus

Worth a visit

Zoos are nice but the Biodome in Montreal is so much more. You see different animals that can be found in N. America, in representations of their natural environment. I found it extremely interesting and especially for kids it is a great activity in Montreal.

Day of fun

Great for young kids and animal lovers! Lots of fun activities planned to entertain children and help them learn about animals and the environment. All sorts of animals, including puffins! Parking is quite pricey, so it's best to park on the streets nearby if you don't mind walking a few blocks.

Very cool indoor zoo

We visited the Biodome as part of a day spent near old Olympic Stadium (including the Tower, the Insectarium, and Botanical Gardens). Perhaps this wasn't the most amazing stop of the day, but it was still in our view well worth it. The site is something of a combination aquarium / indoor zoo which made it an ideal activity for... plus

Loved seeing the animals uncaged

I really enjoyed my visit to the biodome. There was a wide variety of animals and I especially liked the Laurentian section that showcased the biodiversity of the area.

Loving the new updates!!! Great place to spend the afternoon with the family and friends

Glorified zoo but good for families

We visited the Biodome in the midst of a 4-day rainy cold spell, so being indoors with hundreds of other people was better than being outdoors getting wet. The Biodome is a fairly expensive attraction for what you get. As someone else mentioned, staffing inside the Biodome was a little thin. We spent about an hour and a half here,... plus

Skip the Biodome

I was really disappointed in this venue. Very overpriced and I was actually charged a higher price because I am not a resident of Quebec. Not cool. With parking and admission for 2 people, it cost $50 and took only about one hour to go through the entire site.
Tip: Find something else to do!

Great Experience

Amazing ecosystems and ample wildlife to keep you entertained. We especially enjoyed the Rainforest environment, in which we spent over an hour searching for all the species of birds represented. i would have liked to have more staff present in the exhibit to answer questions and better educate visitors.

Great For Family's

This bio dome is great for family's. It is just outside of old Montreal (about 10 minutes)The entire thing is on the inside of the dome next to the planaterrium witch is connected by a tunnel. The exhibits include birds, fish, penguins (the favorite of the group). Would recommend this to other groups.

Good Place for Families

My husband is from the Montreal area and this is one of the first places we went to when we started dating. I love animals of all kind and I really enjoyed the Biodome. I love that you're basically walking in an open area with animals in a way that feels really natural and open. The only animals that were... plus

A great way to spend the afternoon

We came to the Biodome as it was highly recommended and we weren't disappointed. There were a large number of people attending, but the line to pay wasn't too bad. The biodome is divided up into four ecosystems such as the tropical jungle, the South Pole, a Canadian forest and a hands-on display; all in one facility. Animals from each... plus

More Animals Needed

We paid 15.00 to park in a very low ceiling garage. We bought our tickets with a AAA discount. The only thing interesting was the four Eco- systems . There were a variety of species of birds, bats, fish, and of course our favorite "penguins". Other than a room filled with fossils and a room that had real animals that... plus

Kids enjoyed it thoroughly

When we asked them what was the highlight of their trip, all of them agreed it was the Biodome. Worth a trip there with kids. Highly recommend that you take the metro. The station is right next door. Biodome is like an indoor zoo, with adequate number of inhabitants. You can easily spend 2 hours there.

Good family fun

The crowds can be a bit daunting, but otherwise a fun place for the whole family. Some of the animals can be a bit hard to spot, after all they are in their own "natural" environment. If you have kids be sure to check out the downstairs area (it's easy to miss), it's a little more interactive, you get to... plus

nice displays, nice flow, penguins always make you smile

you can combine tickets with the insectarium, planetarium, etc. We managed to walk through the Biodome in 1hr 15min with a 5yr old, 45mins in insectarium. It was a 10min walk uphill from Biodome to Insectarium. We could have gone back to car, drove to Insectarium, re parkd, but it would have taken us probably 15 so was worth the... plus

Got kids? Out-of-town guests? Weather has you down? Here's your chance

The Biodome is truly one of the city's hidden treasures. You could easily lose a day here and the Botanical Gardens are not far away if the sun comes out! Both worthwhile!

Wonderful for families with young kids

Its not too large, but they pack a lot of fun into a small space. I'd recommend this place for people with kids 7 and under. there are so many places you can just sit and breastfeed, including an exclusive breastfeeding room with comfy couches. The natralia room downstairs is fantastic for hands on touching, seeing, smelling fun experiences. and... plus

Biodome

We expected to see something extraodinary, based on the description of biodome in the tourist guide. There was nothing there that we had not seen before. Very few animals that were hiding from us, very few plants. Great place for kids, but again, nothing that is extraodinary. If you don't have kids, don't waste your money.

Great

The perfect place to give yourself a whirlwind visit of some of the ecosystems of the Americas,,, Don't forget to bring your camera... plus

Great family tour

If you are willing to spend some time indoors with your children of all ages well this would be a nice
place especially if the weather is poor outside.Once you are inside you will completely be taken over by the animals and their natural habitant very relaxing.

another must if you like animals and history

beautifully decorated with all the trees and animals in their usual environments.- the pingouins are so funny, you can stay and Watch for hours. They have combined tour with the 1976 olympic stadium known worldwide so you should definitely spend a whole day there. Perfect for the kids but adults as well. You will learn a lot at the same... plus

it's incredible to have such a paradise in the city of Montreal

There is , Biodome, Planetarium, Jardin botanique, Olympic Stadium, and a theatre at the same place with underground parking. A must when you visit Montreal,,

Experience Planet Earth series in 3 hours

At first I was a bit hesitant about this place thinking that it might be like a zoo, but to my surprise this place blew me away. It was like experiencing the planet earth series under 3 hours. From tropical to tundra to the Antartic, this place has so much to offer for both children and adults. The place has... plus

A full day's worth of fun

We visited here with our 2 young kids (3 and 6). We all really enjoyed it. Biodome is a unique experience and the Planetarium show was memorable too. There are many cautions about the show being suitable for older kids only. Its mainly because the first show, Continuum, has music which tends to build a lot of suspense. The music... plus

Great spot for young and young-at-heart

The biodome was one of our better stops in Montreal. If you have young kids i'd say this is essential even if you go no further than the penguin complex. It was a nice reprieve from the cold weather outdoors. While it's no full on zoo, there is a good collection of species from the americas as well as extensive... plus

The ultimate kids attraction

This is a cool attraction you walk via different "geographical" area from jungle to arctic, sea to land. my kid was filled with joy.

Great place

We LOVE animals, and whenever we can we look for places to explore and see animals from different parts of the world and ecosystems.
Biodome Montreal is a great opporunity to teach our kids about climates, animals, see many of them alive AND teach them how a building used in olympic games can be transformed and reused once they are... plus

Very cool indoor zoo

The Bio-dome is an indoor zoo. But why i gave this 5 stars is the animals and environments that have been created make this zoo different from any zoo you have ever been too. Real habitats for exotic animals such as beavers (working beaver damn built) and my favorite the King Penguins where awesome. Not sure where else to see... plus

Similar to Moody Gardens

If you've ever been to Moody Gardens in Galveston TX you'll notice that this is like that, except in a dome shape instead of pyramids, and smaller. It's my understanding the Biodome came first, so as the original it's definitely pretty cool.
The areas (rainforest, river, polar, and forest ecologies) are well laid out so that it doesn't feel cramped... plus

A fun activity to enjoy when the weather outside isn't so nice.

One of the best highlights of our trip! Excellent facility, very well maintained. Fell in love with their Penguin Habitat. Definitely worth the visit...!

Wonderful spot to visit for all ages

This is a great attraction for all ages. If you really open your eyes you mig be able to see the sloth way up in the tree top or crawling along the ceiling support beams. Look for people pointing. If you spy something share the find with someone. They will be thrilled. Tiny colourful frogs sit on trees or the... plus

A surprise highlight

This was really well done. Both my husband and I and our 14 year old son were surprised by how much We enjoyed this. The penguins were certainly a highlight and we spent at least a half hour sitting and watching them play. This is especially nice when visiting Montreal in the winter as we were. Highly recommend.

I enjoyed my time here but for the price it really didn't have a lot to do. I think I walked through the whole thing in less than an hour. The different environments were neat.

Two things you've got to remember when visiting Montreal, 1. get a metro card, the more days the better, it'll get you all around town without worrying about parking. 2. Visit the biodome so you can help with funding the cause. I spent over 30 minutes watching their otter display, because it was feeding time and he was hyper and running/swimming all over the place. The beaver was doing some... plus

As a family outing on a snowy Friday morning, this was fun. We paid $2 to check our coats, took a swing through the discovery center where our small son got to pet reindeer antlers, peer at a dragonfly wing under a microscope, and so on. The rainforest is amazing, the laurentian forest is pretty quiet, and the penquins are adorable. The good thing with a 4yo is we could turn him loose in each... plus

Well, it's a good place to take the kids. It's not that entertaining for the adults... unless you're a big fan of penguins. It's not a very impressive zoo, the only thing that's interesting in my opinion is the recreation of the habitats of the animals.

The Biodome was one of my favorite places to visit in all of Montreal, for both children and adults. The Biodome has sections for different ecosystems of the Americas: Tropical Rainforest, Laurentian Maple Forest, Gulf of St. Lawrence, Labrador Coast, and Sub-Antarctic Islands. I really enjoyed taking photos of swimming penguins, a swimming beaver, a porcupine sitting in a tree, etc. We... plus

Yes.

There were lynx kittens. What else do I need to say?

Parked on street and walked over. Very cool experience. The more time you spend the more you will see. Very cool zoo experience.

This was a pretty neat zoo that takes you through three environments: tropics, the woods near Montreal and the Arctics. There was a variety of animals and lots of plants in each of the environments - sloths, alligators, exotic birds, penguins, beavers, a river otter, and so on. The price wasn't bad and the access to the metro makes it easy to get to.

This is a fantastic place for young and old alike. My liittle guy had a great time here and there's a wide assortment of exhibits, showing off the seasons and the critters that inhabit the surrounding regions.

Best of all, whether rain or shine, it's always open!

I would highly recommend getting the package deal with the planetarium and the gardens, otherwise the single admission for the... plus

First plus: no sign of Pauly Shore. Great place to learn about different biomes and to see (a)live exmaples of flora and fauna. Good place to relax and take a nice walk.

THe Biodome is amazing. The environment is inviting to the curious and is very open. I have to say that it was one of my favorite parts of Montreal.

This is a good place to go and spend an afternoon.
This isn't awesome but stay cool to see and discover some animals here.
It's cool that they change the Velodrome (from Olympics Games) to a Biodôme.

Came here for the first time on Montreals annual Museum Day in May which means lots of people but free admission. We got here early and lined up behind the endless stream of people going into the place. The Biodome is basically made up of different habitat areas that house different areas so you can wander through each once and try to spot the animals. The areas include Rainforest, Antarctica,... plus

This was my third time at the bio dome. We showed up around 12:30 on a Saturday during the labour day weekend, so the line was massive (almost an hour wait) - but it was worth it! Recommend checking it out.

This was the honestly coolest place ever; just the fact that they took the old velodrome from the Olympics and turned it into an indoor freaking savanna, Canadian woods, etc is just astonishing.

Awful. Crowded and there is nothing justifying the cost. Go to the botanical gardens instead.

Biodome is more for children than adults. If you're from NY, it's a mini-version of the Bronx Zoo. A bit disappointed since the place contained short exhibitions that took less than an hour visit. Meanwhile, the admission line is close to a 40 min. wait to purchase tickets. There were only 4 cashiers in the front to handle the volume of incoming tourists and visitors. There is so much that... plus

My major complaint about the Biodome is that if you want to truly enjoy your visit, you MUST visit it either very early in the morning or sometime during the week where the massive traffic of visitors won't bother you during your visit at this expensive attraction.

Simply put, they need to start making lines so that people aren't going inside the Biodome in droves, one over the other, baby... plus

5 stars for the penguin area.
to see the penguin close up is so worth it!
If you love penguin if will love this place.
all other area is nothing special.

If you have kids, it's raining, and there is nothing else to do, this is probably a great option. Unfortunately on it's own, I wouldn't really say it has a draw. The place was swarmed with camp groups and children running wild. I do not say this as hyperbole....there were literally thousands of children with very little adult supervision. I understand the Biodome people really don't have much... plus

Great place to spend an afternoon. Has many services to make your trip enjoyable. Audio tours, guided tours, coat check, binoculars for rent, restaurants, easy access my bus and subway.

An interesting, thoughtfully organised zoo, although the enclosures look a little crowded for the animals, and with some members of the crowd screaming at animals to try to get a reaction they do tend to look a little stressed. The enclosures are looking a little run-down in places.

Three zones (tropical, autumnal and subarctic) are organised as five ecosystems of the Americas, with possibly... plus