Bring your money to park your car. They want you to pay $20 to have a walk in this ordinary park. I called the administration and asked why they put fees to have us enjoy a few relaxing moments after a week of work. Well, the smart brains at the office said they consider the park a touristic attraction. It has nothing to do with any touristic attraction, it's a simple park. I pay if I park at the pool, I pay if I park at the beach, I pay if I park to see the Gilles Villeneuve track. All these are already tremendously expensive, thank you. The average income in Montreal is 40K but you are not aware because white collars make 2x or even 3x that amount on our taxes! I DON'T WANT to pay to have a walk in my park.

Jean Drapeau is one of the best park in Montreal... especially if you want serene peace and some amazing views of skyline of downtown Montreal, this is the place. Both in the day and night, it looks magical. Watching the sun set behind the skyline on a bright , clear day is one of the best thing you can do. In the evening the whole city looks so illuminated and its the best view of Montreal. It has a lot of fun things to do, sledging, ice skating, and a lot of other summer activities too. The ice skating rink is also one of the best in Montreal. It has these lights that make it look so amazing in night time, i would recommend you visiting here once in Winter e evening and do ice skating. You'll no regret.

Very large Parc! Many activities! Lots of resting places (benches)! Could improve on adding more public washrooms! Metro and Bixi stations! Great for kids and families! See map attached!

Expensive Parking $8/hr $14 for 2 hrs That is insane. Lack of signage, noise from the construction/renovations. Easy to get lost. Not worth it. I get more by walking to the Mont Royal & sit by the pond for free than pay $15 to sit in a bench facing the Saint Lawrence river. It was relaxing thought to sit on the wooden chairs It is therapeutic to listen to the water movement.

Huge park. lots of activities to do. parking is paid. $12/2hr and $20/day. it would take one full day to visit everything. go on a weekend as most of fun activity happens. check the website before going. one of the pictures is timing for the bistro there is big metro station if you don't want to drive. bus stops as well. easy transit access and more frequency. hiking trails, biosphere museum, la Ronde (fair), casino, garden, bar and patio, kayaking and water activities. lots of things available. please check the website to see if the activities you want to try is available on the particular day of your visit.

Very good park In the middle of the island close to the Formule 1 circuit As most places in Canada full of wildlife It's so nice to see beautiful squirrel 🐿️ around and listening to the birds Easy arrival by the yellow metro line

It's such a beautiful place. There's so much to see. The flowers are beautiful. There's also this enormous blue chair that's really cool. I simply went there to enjoy the clamness of the afternoon and had no idea a that the Biosphere Museum was near by. I was pleasantly surprised. I absolutely enjoyed going there and intend to go back soon.

It is very beautiful and peaceful place. Situated on island. There is no entry fee free to enter. To enter inside biosphere there is entry fee. Very clean and neat park. Friendly staff. Best place to spend whole day. There is paid parking with lot of timing options. Fully photogenic place.

(Translated by Google) Nice place for several festivals! (Original) Belle place pour plusieurs festival !

It's a big and beautiful park. Nice both during the day and night 🌉 only thing is worth mentioning is the parking fees. It's 8 bucks for an hour, which was quite expensive. So better take the metro which has station just inside of the park.

(Translated by Google) The administration neglects the built heritage of the islands. The Place des Nations, flag of Korea .... To let go unacceptable. (Original) L’administration néglige le patrimoine construit des îles. La Place des nations, pavillon de la Corée.... Du laisser aller inacceptable.

I visited the park primarily to swim at the Aquatic Complex and to see the Biosphere and its environment museum. There are trails, among trees, with access to the old fort. (Feb. 2021, "after 66 years of operation, the museum permanently closed. Unable to survive financially due to the COVID-19 pandemic, its collection will be relocated and merged with the McCord museum in downtown Montreal. The Fort itself is closed to the public since February 2021."--Wikipedia) For a place that attracts tourists, I was surprised that the signage was unilingual French.

One of the most beautiful park located in the heart of the city. Easily accessible via metro and bus routes. There are several cool activities during the summer as well as in winter for everyone. Huge picnic area with tables. Cityscape also looks great from there and amazing place for the nature walk and photography.

Beautiful island Lots of fun activities to do Wanna go for a small hike somewhere near Montreal downtown? This is the place The whole area is kept very clean. Biosphere also remains the attraction Or just go sit on the benches around the place and enjoy the view There are also boat rides available to go cruising around the island Train reaches straight in front of biosphere or if you're taking your own vehicle, the parking is very well managed I did not get to do it, but I'd suggest cycling to this place as it allows you to enjoy the beautiful view

Seriously loved this park! It was on the other side of Montréal so the drive on the bridge was fun. We visited in the fall but it seems like there’s a lot more to do in the summer but it was still worth the visit !

Great happy place.

Really amazing view of the skyline of Montreal from this place. It's very peaceful and quite. It's easily accessible via the metro as well. Definitely one of the places you have to visit for those perfect Instagram moments!

This is a very nice park. It's cool to go visit in the summer, nice place to walk around. It's even better when there's festivals. I've been to lots of events here, my favorite being Heavy MTL. Saw so many good bands. Can't wait for everything to be back to normal again !

(Translated by Google) Whether in winter or summer, it's always a pleasure to walk around this park. If you are looking for calm, this is the place to be. Stunning views of Old Montreal and the river. (Original) Que ce soit en hiver ou en été, toujours autant de plaisir de se promener dans ce parc. Si vous cherchez le calme, c'est le lieu rêvé. Vue imprenable sur le vieux Montréal ainsi que le fleuve.

If you’re in Montreal this is a must see! Look out for event happening at sphere. Even if you don’t have anything planned take a couple hours out to walk around the park. There is also a theme park on the other end of the island. Accessible via the metro

This is a must visit place while in Montreal. Bring a picnic and your swimsuit and stay all day or spend a quick hour. But definitely make this a stop on your trip. Rent bikes on the island and ride around Gilles Villeneuve racetrack. And a beautiful way to see the old port of Montreal. Hidden gem and must see!

(Translated by Google) An island park, what more can you ask for. Bike path. Many festivals as summer as winter. Beautiful view of Montreal. Big marmots not shy to meet (Original) Une île parc, quoi demander de plus. Piste cyclable. Beaucoup de festival autant été que hiver. Belle vue sur Montréal. Grosse marmottes pas farouche à rencontrer

A very big and beautiful park with great views of the city and harbour. They've been making many renovations to update the park's infrastructure, buildings, and landscape features. I definitely recommend coming here during the weekdays when it's quiet to explore the many trails and gardens.

Great place to walk or chill to relax! Many activities there like electronic piknik 48$ fee entrance or aquatic complex 6.5$ for 1h30. You can just walk in around contemplate the biospehere and discover the nature with some copybara, kind of big marmots. You can also go some historical monuments like the ardenal where you could have a wonderful view of MTL and Jacques Cartier Bridge.

It's a good place to canoeing and riding.

I spent 4 months in Montreal and went frequently there, even did a helicopter tour above. That’s really a gem in the city. I love the fact it is such easy to access with the metro. There are a lot of music events during the summer. Truly the best place to admire the city in my opinion.

What a wonderful location in Saint Lawrence river. Great feelings over time. Nobody will bored here to seat for a long time. One thing should remember. Please take some snacks and drinks with you.

Jean drapeau park is a beautiful and accessible place for everyone to enjoy. There are lots of areas for picnics, a park, lots of trees and shade. As well it is accessible from the metro, by bus, by car (jacques Cartier bridge) or by water. La Ronde theme park is also located there as well as the large Jean Drapeau Pool and the Biosphere museum. There are also many festivals hosted on the island throughout the summer (Osheaga music festival, eurkea science festival, picnic Electronik to name a few). Public transport is highly recommended to access the island and it's stunning views of the city of Montreal and st Lawrence river. Parking is limited and costly. A beautiful place to visit however right between the south shore and island of Montreal.

Easy transport from old port to this island every one hour and also to langueuil. And an under water metro station which takes you to berri UQAM fast and easy. The park itself is aesthetic and colourful designed by flowers. You can have a view of saint laurant, the round, habitat 67... They have provided scouter and bikes for the confort of visitors. There you can see some monument there like the biosphere. Highly recommended to go and enjoy your time there😊.

A beautiful park facing Montreal downtown, there are a lot of activities and concerts there , a beach , beautiful bike route and a big nice park. If you go there , take the metro, it's one station from Berri UQAM and the station is the park, if you are an absolute car person there is a parking too but make sure there is no event. The park is in an island, the St Helen's Island hence a beautiful view from both sides of the park, you have at least to enjoy the view of downtown Nice stop to enjoy a relaxing day, very easy access, no fees to access the park, take your bike if you're a biker. There are some food places but I would take some food with me if needed to prevent limited choice I recommend this stop

(Translated by Google) Jean Drapeau Park is one of the most popular parks in Montreal for hosting several of the most important events and festivals in the city and also several relevant tourist attractions. The park is composed of the islands of Santa Elena and Notre Dame in the middle of the Saint Laurent River, which together have an area of ​​268 hectares. The island Notre Dame is a completely artificial island built with the materials of the excavations made for the construction of the Montreal metro. (Original) El parque Jean Drapeau es uno de los parques más populares de Montreal por albergar varios de los eventos y festivales más importantes de la ciudad y también varias atracciones turísticas relevantes. El parque está compuesto por las islas Santa Elena y Notre Dame al medio del río Saint Laurent, que en conjunto suman una superficie de 268 hectáreas. La isla Notre Dame es una isla completamente artificial construida con el materiales de las excavaciones realizadas para la construcción del metro de Montreal.

This island is practically behind the Jaccues Cartier Pier.You need to cross the green bridge which you can see from the JC Pier. Parking is not an issue at the island - pay and park for time spent. Basically it is there to view the river , Jaccues Cartier Pier and enjoy downtown Montreal. It is really well done with walking trails and a paved pathway. Buses and I believe the subway connect from main Montreal. Perfect spot to spend the day or afternoon. Entry is free and you can roam around. They also have a large swimming pool but you need to book in advance. The rates are really good I thought.

the park is fascinating, I have been skating on its rink and it is beautiful, the views and the service are very good! the toilets are very modern and clean, you get there easily on the metro. in summer the swimming pool is highly recommended to enjoy with children!

Nice park but note that the splash park is tiny and not worth the special trip. Also note that access to the park is limited due to construction. In addition, the playground seems to be closed(?)

Absolutely terrible service by every employee I interacted with. I tried 4 times to bookan appointment to see Toundra for a wedding. The first time I spoke with a woman named Emilie and she was so rude on the phone. She was snobby and kept trying to NOT give me an appointment to see the venue. Finally I was able to convince her to give me an appointment. Then I had to reschedule it. I called twice, left two messages and never heard back. Then I emailed the venue and got an answer from Simon saying they cannot give me an appointment to come see the place, since they are 'occupied with events for 2016'. How do they expect to book events for 2017 if they don't let anyone visit?? I am EXTREMELY disappointed with this venue, and its employees Emilie and Simon who I dealt with. If anyone is trying to book a wedding with them, I would encourage you to go elsewhere. How helpful will these people be on that magical/stressful day, if at the initial interaction they have an inflated sense of self?

Great place for cross country ski! The intermediate trail is well maintained and is a very good place to start and practice. The smallest trail is kind of destroyed since people walk all over it, but it's also fun. I can't wait to go back and ski on île Notre-Dame.

Great skating trail and indoor heated skate tying area! And we even saw a fox on our way out!

I love this place, you can take beautiful pictures, it's easy to get there, you can take the bus to go to la ronde, if you want to you can take the ferry to the old port (extra if you don't have an opus card) or just enjoy the view and chill

I had the pleasure of visiting the Montreal Biosphère and the beautiful park surrounding it, and it exceeded all my expectations. This iconic geodesic dome, originally built for Expo 67, is a true marvel of architectural design. Inside the Biosphère, you'll find a fascinating exploration of our planet's ecosystems, climate change, and sustainability. The interactive exhibits are not only educational but also engaging for visitors of all ages. But the magic doesn't stop there. The park itself is a lush, green escape from the urban hustle and bustle. It's a perfect spot for a leisurely stroll or a picnic with stunning views of the Saint Lawrence River and the city skyline. The peaceful ambiance and well-maintained pathways make it a favorite among locals and tourists alike. Whether you're a nature enthusiast or simply looking for a serene place to unwind, the Montreal Biosphère and its surrounding park are a must-visit. It's a testament to the city's commitment to environmental awareness and a hidden gem waiting to be explored. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with nature and learn about our planet's precious ecosystems.

Lovely park right by the metro station. A beautiful view of the ferris wheel and the montreal skyline. Nice place to take and evening stroll or a evening bike ride

There are a lot of places and events in this beautiful park. But most important are beautiful bike roads along the river. I highly recommend it.

What can I say here.. although we really did not go deep inside, the outer part really peaked my interest. Awesome eye catching structure! Very well made! And kept clean!

My favorite park for walking during winter and summer,even though the parking fee is a bit expensive around 9 dollars for two hours.

What more can you say about Parc Jean-Drapeau? I’m quite certain that anyone who has lived in Montreal has been there and knows all about it and what a nice place it is! There’s so much to do that you need multiple visits to do it all! Of course, this includes the entire Saint Helens island. You have festival after festival taking place especially in the summer time. From Osheaga to La Ronde this place has it all! And it’s easily accessible by metro. 👍😎

I recommend renting a fat bike to explore the park. Loved it. A little bit pricey, though, $25/hr and only available on weekends

Nice park! Cross-country skiing is open in winter.

Great time at Osheaga! For the amount of people there were (50k) everything felt very safe and smoothly run. Lots of port-a-potties, food options, and amenities.

We took the Discovery Tour and can’t recommend it enough! It’s a great way to see all parts of the Parc in a short period of time, plus we got to see more of the F1 track than we thought. Such a fun time visiting Parc Jean-Drapeau!

Had a pleasant bike ride through Parc Jean-Drapeau on a sunny day in early May 2023. Large multi purpose lush park with many venues, sculptures, commemorative monuments and a well maintained hike and bike trail. A metro station serves the park. Perfect place to spend a day in Montréal.

Visited this place on the way to biosphere. I'm so glad to have come here to watch the breathtaking sunset with my friend. It was so calm and peaceful. Good spot for fishing too!

I had some trouble figuring out how to get here with all the construction. The first parking lot I tried did not have a working parking payment station. It was interesting once we got to the biosphere. A short walk on the promenade got us a great view of old Montreal and St. Lawrence River. More research will be required to make better use of the park next time!!

A lovely and lively place to be for the city's most exciting events. Just the weekend we were there, there was a eureka festival and an edm festival the day before. The biking in the grand prix circuit was also fun and surreal for my husband who is a fan. It's ideal if you can bike around since the park is huge. Easy access from metros too.

I just liked that it was a big park right on the water and it's basically free except for the parking. It should be free if you take the subway there. The Fort was super cool, it's a shame that the Stewart Museum had to close. I hope they do something with that place it's beautiful!

Two amazing venues you can have your wedding at: La Toundra and La Jamaique. Both are fantastic spaces! We absolutely love DJing there!

Visited the biosphere. The structure itself is cool but the exhibits inside are nothing special. They might be interesting for kids however. The too floor of the biosphere features a cool longue area where you can get a 360° view of the sphere in a quiet and minimalist room with a few couches. Not worth paying $22 in my opinion.

Visited recently to experience the Rammstein stadium tour. Entry took no more than 15 minutes. Huge space for well over 40,000 people. Parking was limited but if it's full, you can easily park off the island and take the metro. The cityscape as a backdrop was beautiful.

(Translated by Google) Indicated to stay all day. It has immense park, umbrellas tables, chairs, places to buy fast food. Enjoy very clean waters (Original) Indicado para permanecer todo el día. Dispone de inmenso parque, sombrillas mesas, reposeras, lugares para comprar comidas rápidas. Disfrutar de aguas muy limpias

charming

(Translated by Google) I love this park !! (Original) J'adore ce parc!!

(Translated by Google) Superb place but too many events in recent years. We can hardly enjoy this great park without going through countless safety corridors. Fortunately, there is Notre Dame Island. (Original) Superbe endroit mais trop d'événements depuis quelques années.. On ne peut pratiquement plus profiter de ce super parc sans passer par d'innombrables corridors de sécurité. Heureusement qu'il reste l: île Notre Dame.

Gorgeous

(Translated by Google) It is not only a site of irresistible beauty, it is also my privileged place to leave the city and take refuge in nature on the edge of the River. What's more, my favorite event, Piknic Électronik, takes place every Sunday in the summer! A Dominican meeting like no other <3 !!! (Original) Ce n'est pas qu'un site d'une beauté irrésistible, c'est aussi mon endroit privilégié pour quitter la ville et me réfugier en nature sur le bord du Fleuve. Qui plus est, mon événement préféré, le Piknic Électronik, y a lieu tous les dimanche de l'été! Un rendez-vous dominicain comme nul autre <3 !!!

Osheaga babyyyyy

(Translated by Google) Total spread (Original) Esparcimiento total

Quite nice place

(Translated by Google) Nice park (Original) Nice parc

(Translated by Google) Excellent place for a picnic with the family (Original) Excellent endroit pour faire un picnic en famille

(Translated by Google) To discover, in Montreal park + outdoor activities (Original) A découvrir, à Montréal parc+activités plein air

(Translated by Google) The park is located on the artificial island of Notre Dame. Here many activities take place especially in the summer, there is the possibility of going around the formula one circuit with bicycles, in the park you can have a picnic, sunbathe and even bathe in the lake; it can also be reached by underground (Original) Il parco si trova sull'isola artificiale di Notre Dame. Qui si svolgono molte attività soprattutto in estate, c'è la possibilità di girare sul circuito di formula uno con le biciclette, nel parco si possono fare pic nic, prendere il sole e fare anche il bagno nel lago; si può raggiungere anche con la metropolitana

Why isn't there a good restaurant in this island? Bring your own food. Nothing good quality to eat!

Beyond beautiful and amazingly friendly. Everyone should visit at least once. :)

Long walk to get inside the concert. Amazing metallica concert here though

Best festival grounds I have been to yet, Forested sections as well as big open spaces allow for big crowds as well as it opens up to a variety of stages to full fill all your festival needs!

Generally nice, clean, people watching out for others, etc. Not much in the way of food so bring your own. Parking on the high side (come on guys, $18 a day??) The competition pools are too warm for workouts and competition. Competed in the FINA World Masters and the pools were 82. Again - come on guys - 78 degrees max.

Great place for concerts!

It's a very nice parc with a historic value.

The park is big and direct access to the metro. It is a great place to explore as a tourist or as a first timer but before could explore with your car but right now there is a lot of bicycles running around all directions. But All in all, amazing park!

Its a good place for a walk and to bring your kids. There are also picnic tables on the site. There is a trail inside the forest which is good for walking or biking and taking pictures.

First time we visited this park and on a hot, humid summer day but we enjoyed our time. Not crowded in a pandemic summer.

Lovely island off of Montreal with woodland, lakes and good views of Montreal.

This place is amazing, I took this picture from the bank of saint-laurance. It is therapeutic to stay in the water and feel the stones. Others can find many refreshments around but this made me refreshed!

Loved it totally. Parking is a hassle. But it's certainly reachable by the metro. Anyway, a good place amidst the chaos and sitting just beside the St Lawrence River makes it all go away. With a view across the Old Port of Montreal, it's the perfect getaway within the city and within reachable distance.

Fun place to bike to! Really good experience there!

I luv it because it's look so great!

(Translated by Google) Nice activities and very pleasant beach (cold and deep water, hot sand). A must! (Original) Belles activités et plage très agréable (eau froide et profonde, sable chaud). Un incontournable!

Great place, even after winter season is ended, it's March now. Can't wait to come back next season!

(Translated by Google) Beautiful area. Beautiful park and clean. (Original) Très bel endroit. Beau parc et propre.

I expected more

Epic

Amazing park.

(Translated by Google) A place in the heart of Montreal where you can simply escape. (Original) Un endroit au cœur de Montréal où l'on peut simplement s'évader.

(Translated by Google) meh (Original) meh

Nice email urban space to wonder around away from the city

(Translated by Google) Beautiful park. (Original) Très beau parc.