Musée de la santé Armand-Frappier
Explore health science fun with your family!
At a Glance
Best Ages
6 - 12
Cost
Varies
Time Needed
1 - 2 hours
Indoor/Outdoor
Indoor
Weather Fit
All weather
Stroller Access
Yes
Washrooms
Yes
Food
Cafeteria
Parking
Abundant
Booking
Recommended
Parent Effort
Low
Turn curiosity into discovery at the Musée de la santé Armand-Frappier - a hands-on haven where kids and parents dive into the wonders of the human body and science together.
About This Place
The Musée de la santé Armand-Frappier is a health science museum in Laval, Québec, dedicated to exploring medicine, the human body, and the environment through interactive exhibitions. The Découvertes space engages visitors with the microscopic world, human biology, and environmental science through hands-on activities. The museum runs science camps for ages 6–12, birthday party programmes, school visits, and guided educational sessions. Open daily 10:00–17:00 (09:00–17:00 June 24 to Labour Day).
Official Website open_in_new- Monday – Sunday
- 10:00 – 17:00
Hours were last verified in 2026. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date opening times.
Check the official website for current admission prices.
Body Explorer
Discover how your body works
Science Lab Fun
Get hands-on with real science
Youth Science Camps
Perfect for kids 6 - 12
Good to Know Before You Go
- Interactive exhibits
- The museum features hands-on, interactive displays focused on health sciences, biology, and environmental science.
- Dedicated to science education
- Designed for families, school groups, and children, with a focus on learning through exploration and experiments.
- Children's programs
- Offers science camps for ages 6 - 12, birthday parties, and guided educational sessions.
- Indoor facility
- Primarily indoors, making it suitable for visits in all weather conditions.
- Target audience
- Ideal for children, teens, and adults interested in health sciences and biological processes.
- No general museum content
- Not a traditional art or heritage museum; focused exclusively on science and health themes.
Kid Fit by Age
Too abstract and educational for babies; lacks sensory or interactive elements suitable for very young infants.
Limited appeal due to complex concepts; some basic visual exhibits may interest toddlers, but most content is beyond their comprehension.
Interactive exhibits like the microscopic world and simple body models can engage preschoolers, especially with adult guidance.
Ideal for elementary-age children - hands-on activities, science camps, and engaging topics like human biology and health make it highly suitable.
While more focused on younger kids, tweens can still enjoy the interactive elements, especially during science camps or with a curious mindset.
Can be engaging for teens interested in science or health, but may find some exhibits too basic unless exploring deeper scientific themes.
Insider Tips
Check for free admission days on local event lists
Arrive early to secure parking
Ask about guided family tours
Try interactive stations in Découvertes first
- •Supervise children near interactive exhibits
- •Avoid touching sensitive equipment without guidance
- •Follow posted signage and staff instructions
- •Step-free access throughout
- •Sensory-friendly hours available
- •Baby change facilities in restrooms
- •Wheelchair accessible exhibits
schedule Best Time to Visit
Visit mid-week mornings for fewer crowds and quieter experience.
shopping_bag What to Bring
- check_boxWater bottles
- check_boxSmall snacks
- check_boxComfortable shoes
- check_boxCamera for photos
- check_boxJacket for cooler indoor areas
Location
Address
2150 Laurentian Autoroute, Laval, Quebec H7T 0N1, Canada
Phone
+14506865641
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Last checked: 2026