Spread across 40 hectares, Québec’s aquarium contains some 10,000 aquatic creatures, including freshwater and saltwater fish, amphibians, reptiles, invertebrates and marine mammals. Among its several habitats are a wetlands region and an arctic sector complete with underwater window for observing polar bears. Catch daily events like walrus and polar bear feedings and a trained harbor seal show. Times vary throughout the year; see the website for details. It’s 11km west of the city center, near the Pont Pierre Laporte bridge.
There’s also a food court with a terrace overlooking the river.
