Montréal Three Day Science Tour

When he saw his church completed, the Protestant architect of the Notre Dame Basilica was so inspired that he converted to Catholicism. The blue-and-gold interior certainly is inspiring: practically every bit of the immense wooden church is covered in gold leaf. The imported stained-glass windows show the history of Montreal, further illustrated by the statues of famous residences outside. This famous Basilica helps demonstrate how the church played an important role in Canada’s history.

Architectural masterpiece and symbol of Expo 67, the Biosphère, Environment Museum is a unique and spectacular structure located on Île Ste-Hélène. Students experience interactive exhibits aimed at increasing understanding of major environmental issues and learn more about day-to-day solutions to protect the environment.

Discover the amazing tale of Man's conquest of outer space, learn about the impressive achievements that have been made in space travel, see replicas of massive space rockets, and even get the chance to see a lunar rock and an authentic Apollo spacesuit.

Enjoy a hearty authentic Québecois meal complete with traditional music and entertainment. After dinner there is a presentation on the production of maple syrup including a taffy pull.

Exploration and rally through four recreated eco-systems of the Americas at the Biodôme. From Tropical Rainforest, Laurentian Maple Forest, Gulf of St Lawrence, and Sub-Polar Regions, students will see more than 300 live animals in each simulated habitats -- macaws in the Tropical Forest, lynx in the Laurentian Forest, penguins in the Antarctic and different kinds of fish that inhabit the waters of the Saint Lawrence River.

Overlooking the city of Montréal, Mont Royal boasts breathtaking views from the highest point in the city. Considered to be the oldest protected area in Québec, this large urban park was designed by celebrated landscape architect, Frederick Law Olmsted. Inspired by “the poetic charms of natural scenery,” the park would be his only creation in Canada. Students can experience the public sculptures, paintings and installations, explore Smith House, the Chalet and the Beaver Lake Pavilion, and see a cross originally erected in 1643 to give thanks to God for saving the colony from a flood.