The best museums in Montreal in September 2025

These are the top 20 best museums in Montreal, Canada, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2025. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

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Looking for the best museums in Montreal? These are the best ones:

  1. Montreal Botanical Garden1

    Montreal Botanical Garden

     Montreal
    The Montreal Botanical Garden, located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, is a vast expanse of 75 hectares (190 acres) filled with thematic gardens and greenhouses. This large botanical garden offers a diverse range of flora and fauna, providing visitors with a unique opportunity to explore different plant species in one location.
  2. Montreal Biodome2

    Montreal Biodome

     Montreal
    The Montreal Biodome, located in the Mercier–Hochelaga-Maisonneuve neighbourhood of Montreal, Quebec, Canada, is a unique facility that allows visitors to explore replicas of four different ecosystems found in the Americas. This immersive experience provides a unique opportunity to learn about and appreciate the diversity of life in these environments.
  3. Montreal Science Centre3

    Montreal Science Centre

     Montreal
  4. Montreal Museum of Fine Arts4

    Montreal Museum of Fine Arts

     Montreal
  5. The Biosphere5

    The Biosphere

     Montreal
    The Biosphere in Montreal is a unique museum dedicated to the environment. It is situated in the scenic Parc Jean-Drapeau on Saint Helen's Island. This location not only offers a rich learning experience about the environment but also provides a picturesque setting for visitors to enjoy.
  6. Redpath Museum6

    Redpath Museum

     Montreal
  7. Canadian Centre for Architecture7

    Canadian Centre for Architecture

     Montreal
  8. Musée d'art contemporain de Montréal8

    Musée d'art contemporain de Montréal

     Montreal
  9. MEM – Centre des mémoires montréalaises9

    MEM – Centre des mémoires montréalaises

     Montreal
  10. Sir George-Étienne Cartier National Historic Site10

    Sir George-Étienne Cartier National Historic Site

     Montreal
  11. Musée des ondes Emile Berliner11

    Musée des ondes Emile Berliner

     Montreal
  12. Pointe-à-Callière Museum12

    Pointe-à-Callière Museum

     Montreal
  13. Montreal Insectarium13

    Montreal Insectarium

     Montreal
    The Insectarium de Montréal is a unique museum dedicated to the world of insects. It serves as an educational, cultural, and scientific institution that aims to raise awareness about the diverse and fascinating world of insects. The museum is located in Montreal, Quebec, and is a great place for visitors of all ages to learn about the importance of insects in our ecosystem.
  14. McCord Stewart Museum14

    McCord Stewart Museum

     Montreal
  15. Château Dufresne15

    Château Dufresne

     Montreal
  16. Château Ramezay16

    Château Ramezay

     Montreal
  17. Musée de l'Holocauste Montréal17

    Musée de l'Holocauste Montréal

     Montreal
  18. Maison Saint-Gabriel18

    Maison Saint-Gabriel

     Montreal
  19. 19

    Maison Smith

     Montreal
    The museum offers an insight into the history and geology of Mount Royal, the original settlement of first inhabitants in Montreal.
  20. Écomusée du Fier Monde20

    Écomusée du Fier Monde

     Montreal

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