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Category: Museum

  • Eden Project

    World-famous biome domes housing the world’s largest indoor rainforest and a Mediterranean garden in a former china clay pit. Kids go wild in the tropical dome. The adventure zip wire and summer outdoor concerts make it an all-day destination. Address: Bodelva, St Austell PL24 2SG Google Maps: Click here for directions Cost: Paid $$$

  • National Maritime Museum Cornwall

    Brilliant waterfront museum with interactive exhibits on Cornwall’s rich maritime heritage, tide pools, boats kids can climb in, and an underwater viewing window. The tidal zone on the ground floor is a huge hit with young children. Address: Discovery Quay, Falmouth TR11 3QY Google Maps: Click here for directions Cost: Paid $$

  • Natural History Museum of the Faroe Islands

    Compact natural history museum covering Faroese geology, wildlife, birds, and marine life. A great introduction to the islands’ unique ecosystem. Perfect rainy day stop — the Faroes average a lot of them! Address: Brekkutún 1, 100 Tórshavn, Faroe Islands Google Maps: Click here for directions Cost: Low Cost $

  • Biodôme de Montréal

    Walk through four distinct ecosystems — tropical rainforest, Laurentian forest, Gulf of St. Lawrence, and sub-Antarctic — all under one roof. Lynx, puffins, penguins, and sloths. One of the best family attractions in Canada. Address: 4777 Ave Pierre-De Coubertin, Montréal, QC H1V 1B3 Google Maps: Click here for directions Cost: Paid $$

  • Insectarium de Montréal

    Newly reimagined insectarium inside Parc Maisonneuve — immersive sensory exhibits where kids can get up close with live insects and experience the world from a bug’s perspective. Genuinely fascinating for all ages. Address: 4581 Rue Sherbrooke E, Montréal, QC H1X 2B2 Google Maps: Click here for directions Cost: Paid $$

  • Planétarium Rio Tinto Alcan

    State-of-the-art planetarium right beside the Biodôme with two immersive dome theatres showing space and nature films. Kids are completely awestruck by the sky shows. Combo ticket available with the Biodôme and Insectarium. Address: 4801 Ave Pierre-De Coubertin, Montréal, QC H1V 1B3 Google Maps: Click here for directions Cost: Paid $$

  • Musée des sciences naturelles (Redpath Museum)

    Canada’s oldest natural history museum on McGill’s campus — free and full of dinosaur fossils, Egyptian mummies, and mineral collections. Small but genuinely fascinating. A wonderful free rainy day option in the heart of Montreal. Address: 859 Rue Sherbrooke O, Montréal, QC H3A 0C4 Google Maps: Click here for directions Cost: Free

  • Centre des sciences de Montréal

    Hands-on science centre right on the Old Port waterfront with interactive technology, engineering, and nature exhibits. IMAX theatre on-site. Perfectly located to combine with a Vieux-Montréal stroll and waterfront lunch. Address: 2 Rue de la Commune O, Montréal, QC H2Y 4B2 Google Maps: Click here for directions Cost: Paid $$

  • Stirling Castle

    One of Scotland’s grandest castles perched on a volcanic rock with sweeping Highland views. The Great Hall and Royal Palace interiors are stunning. Kids love the cannon placements and the views of the Wallace Monument. Address: Castle Esplanade, Stirling FK8 1EJ Google Maps: Click here for directions Cost: Paid $$

  • Wallace Monument

    Iconic Gothic tower honoring William Wallace (Braveheart!) with 246 steps to a breathtaking view. The audio-visual experience inside brings the Wars of Independence to life. Kids obsessed with history will love every second. Address: Abbey Craig, Stirling FK9 5LF Google Maps: Click here for directions Cost: Paid $$