Have you ever taken the time to take a stroll through Montreal East, Pointe-aux-Trembles or Rivière-des-Prairies? Often overlooked to the detriment of the Old Port or downtown Montreal, this part of the island has a lot to offer!
Let yourself be surprised by the many activities Montréal-Est has to offer. There’s something for every taste and every age!
Here are our top 5 must-do activities in Montreal East.
1. HAVE THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE AT BOULZEYE
BoulZeye is THE indoor fun center in Pointe-aux-Trembles. You’re sure to spend a busy day here, as the center offers a wide range of activities:
BOWLING
Bowling has never been so much fun, with 16 bowling lanes, including 4 private lanes, 4 giant screens showing sports matches, music videos or even your photos, super-comfortable leather couches and a full bar and restaurant service. You’ll also be able to play games directly on the lanes, thanks to animations such as Angry Birds, E-Z Bowl and much more.
THE LASERTAG
On a two-storey arena, you’ll face off against your opponents in a frenzied game of lasertag. Individually or in teams, don your state-of-the-art equipment, choose the game or mode you want, and off you go!
ESCAPE GAMES
BoulZeye offers 4 escape rooms of varying difficulty levels to suit all ages. Build your team, choose your scenario from Antidote, Budapest Express, TH3 C0D3 and Murder at the Manor, then start looking for clues. Can you solve the mystery before time runs out?
THE ARCADES
Take a trip back to childhood in the BoulZeye arcade! A wide range of games, old and new, can be played for hours on end. Choose from Skee-Ball 2, Fire Storm Air Hockey, Mario Kart Arcada GP Deluxe, Nerf Raw Thrill, Jurassic Park Environnemental, Babyfoot and more. Challenge your friends! Who’ll score the highest?
THE BOULZEYE RESTO-PUB
After an adrenaline-filled day or just for a break, head to the BoulZeye Resto-pub for a thirst-quenching drink and a delicious meal. And don’t forget to join us for themed evenings featuring comedy, DJs, musical performances, guest artists and more!
Discover a new way to have fun with family and friends at BoulZeye.
Website: https://boulzeye.ca/
Address: 3655 Boulevard du Tricentenaire, Pointe-aux-Trembles, QC. H1B 5X4
2. STROLL THROUGH POINTE-AUX-PRAIRIES NATURE PARK
This vast 261-hectare green space offers a host of summer and winter activities. In summer, take a walk or bike ride and observe a wide variety of birds and mammals.
In winter, children can enjoy the sliding hill. Snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and fatbike trails are also available.
Address: 14905 Rue Sherbrooke Est, Montreal, QC. H1A 4G4
3. PLAY 18 HOLES AT THE CLUB DE GOLF DE L’ÎLE DE MONTRÉAL
Golf enthusiasts will be delighted to discover this magnificent course in the heart of Montreal. Two courses are offered, the Ireland and Island courses, with various tee boxes to adjust your game according to your desired difficulty and level of expertise. A restaurant, driving range, golf academy and virtual golf are also available on site.
Address: 3700 Rue Damien-Gauthier, Montreal, QC. H1A 5S2
4. OBSERVE THE PUBLIC ART OF PLACE DU VILLAGE-DE-LA-POINTE-AUX-TREMBLES
Located in the heart of Vieux-Pointes-aux-Trembles, Place du Village-de-la-Pointe-aux-Trembles is a magnificent urban space perfect for relaxing or strolling along the St. Lawrence River.
When you arrive, take a moment to admire the public artwork at the entrance to the square. Don’t hesitate to extend your stroll until sunset to watch a multimedia performance, projected onto the public square’s floor, which will take you into another universe for some 30 minutes, with images, words and music.
Address: Boulevard Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Rue Notre Dame E, Pointe-aux-Trembles, QC. H1B 3Z6
5. ENJOY A RELAXING MOMENT AT PLAGE DE L’EST
Plage de l’Est invites you to relax on its magnificent beach on the banks of the St. Lawrence River. On site, you’re invited to stroll along a large lighted concrete promenade and a jetty that extends out towards the river. Two beach volleyball courts and water games are also available in summer.
Address: 16240 Rue Bureau, Montreal, QC. H1A 1Z1
