Rio Tinto Alcan Planetarium, Science education center in Montreal Olympic Park, Canada
The Rio Tinto Alcan Planetarium is a science center in Montreal Olympic Park featuring two immersive theater spaces called Chaos and Milky Way. These halls present astronomical shows and space exploration programs on large screens.
The planetarium opened in 2013 as a replacement for the former Dow Planetarium, which served Montreal from 1966 to 2011. The new facility brought updated technology and expanded educational reach to the city.
The planetarium is part of Space for Life, a network bringing together institutions focused on natural sciences and environmental learning. It connects astronomical knowledge with local awareness about nature and ecology.
Visitors can reach the planetarium easily by metro at Viau station or use parking near 3000 Viau Street beside Olympic Stadium. Both options provide straightforward access to the building and its entrances.
A team from the planetarium captured 179,000 images of northern lights in Yellowknife to create detailed aurora borealis presentations. This extensive image collection allows visitors to experience the phenomenon in remarkable quality.
Location: Montreal
Inception: April 6, 2013
Website: http://espacepourlavie.ca/planetarium
GPS coordinates: 45.56130,-73.54780
Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:40
Olympic Stadium
491 m
Montreal Biodome
227 m
Saputo Stadium
415 m
Montreal Botanical Garden
836 m
Montreal Tower
393 m
Château Dufresne
952 m
Montréal Insectarium
761 m
Olympic Stadium
490 m
Maisonneuve Park
1.1 km
Denise Pelletier Theater
1.6 km
Maisonneuve Market
1 km
Montreal Velodrome
231 m
Nicolaus Copernicus Monument, Montreal
140 m
Japanese Garden
990 m
Bibliothèque Maisonneuve
1.3 km
Fermière Monument
1.1 km
Bain public et gymnase de Maisonneuve
1.1 km
Avenue Morgan
1.5 km
Les petits Baigneurs
1.1 km
Musée des arts décoratifs de Montréal
947 m
Maison de la culture Maisonneuve
1.3 km
Musée Dufresne-Nincheri
947 m
Marie-Victorin Statue
771 m
Monument à Jackie Robinson
659 m
Église Notre-Dame-des-Victoires
1.3 km
Le contour des conifères dans la nuit bleue et les étoiles derrière ma tête sont dans tes yeux
951 m
Site patrimonial de l'Ancienne-Cité-de-Maisonneuve
1.3 km
Projet Mosaïque
1.2 kmVisited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes