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Aquarium du Quebec: A Playground Overflowing with Life!

3.8
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Discover our underwater world in the presence of 10,000 marine animals at Aquarium du Quebec. Regardless of the season or weather, the centrally located attraction always provides a fun and welcoming environment for friends and families of all ages. Observe and learn about fish, reptiles, amphibians,and invertebrates. You can also watch feedings and trainings for polar bears, walrus, and sea lions.

Overview

Discover our underwater world in the presence of 10,000 marine animals at Aquarium du Quebec. Regardless of the season or weather, the centrally located attraction always provides a fun and welcoming environment for friends and families of all ages. Observe and learn about fish, reptiles, amphibians,and invertebrates. You can also watch feedings and trainings for polar bears, walrus, and sea lions.

Itinerary

  • Aquarium du Quebec

    The Aquarium is next to the bridges at the entrance to Québec City. Only 15 minutes from downtown, it's also 5 minutes from the major shopping centres: Laurier Québec, Place de la Cité, and Place Sainte-Foy. 

    Picnic Area : Trees, flowers, and a view overlooking the river... The Aquarium is ideal for picnicking. Several areas are available in different sectors. The terrace of Alizé restaurant is also open to picnickers. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited on site except where they're for sale. Straws and glass containers prohibited.

    Boutique : Open year-round, the boutique is in the reception building. It offers souvenirs with the colours of the Aquarium and the animals it shelters: decorative items, clothing, jewellery, books, postcards, photos, toys, original and exclusive corporate gifts, etc.

    Strollers and Wheelchairs (free, subject to availability): The Aquarium offers a free stroller and wagon for kids rental service, and a free wheelchair loan service. All sectors are partially accessible with these mobility aids. Available year-round, the service is at the reception building. Subject to availability.

    Nursing room: The Aquarium provides its customers with a functional and comfortable nursing room for mothers and their babies. The nursing room has rocking chairs with nursing cushions, a changing table with mobile, a drawing table for children, and some essential accessories (like sanitizing product). A unidirectional mirror gives parents a totally private view of the St. Lawrence River and the Québec bridge.

    4 hours
    Admission Included
  • La Promenade Samuel-De Champlain

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    Admission Included

Location

Meeting Point Map

Address

1675 Av. des Hôtels, Québec, QC G1W 4S3, Canada

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Experience

Highlights

  • Enjoy a fun attraction with the whole family
  • Visit the aquarium when it’s convenient for you
  • Observe live sea life from around the world
  • Learn about wildlife conservation in a fun atmosphere
  • Inclusions

    • All taxes, fees and handling charges

    Exclusions

    • Food and drinks
    • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

    Additional Information

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
    • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

    Guide Languages

    • English

    • French

    Cancellation Policy

    • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.

    • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

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