Aza Aquarium
Rating
Price
Free
Duration
1-2 hours
Best Ages
3-13
About
Aza Aquarium on Taschereau Boulevard in Brossard is a specialty fish and aquarium store on the South Shore that has earned a strong local reputation — 4. 7 stars from nearly 500 reviews — for the quality and variety of its livestock. For families, it functions as a free, low-key aquarium experience that is especially convenient for those living in the Brossard, Longueuil, or South Shore areas who do not want to cross the bridge for every outing.
The store carries a wide selection of tropical freshwater fish, cichlids, bettas, goldfish varieties, and saltwater specimens depending on availability. The tanks are well-maintained and clearly labeled, which makes it educational as well as entertaining. Kids who are curious about aquatic life can spend a genuine hour here without running out of things to look at.
Parents like the relaxed atmosphere — there is no admission fee, no time limit, and no pressure. Staff are knowledgeable and patient with kids who have questions. Stroller access is manageable inside the store. The location on Taschereau means you are already near dozens of food options for lunch or dinner afterward.
Because the store does not have a website listed in standard directories, it is worth calling ahead or checking Google for current hours before making a dedicated trip. Open Tuesday through Sunday with varying hours depending on the day.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Yes
Nursing / Changing
Unknown
Kid Meals
Not Available
Setting
Indoor
Rainy Day
Great option!
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Weekday afternoons for the fewest crowds
Wait Times
Minimal — no structured ticketing line
Nearby Food
Taschereau Boulevard has extensive dining options directly adjacent, including Asian restaurants, fast food, and casual sit-down spots.
Why Kids Love It
Aza Aquarium is one of South Shore Montreal's hidden gems — a specialty aquarium retailer with display tanks that seriously impress young fish fans. Kids are drawn to the variety of exotic freshwater and marine species up close in well-maintained tanks. The Brossard location is convenient from the South Shore and easy to fit into a half-day outing.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Located on Taschereau Boulevard in the plaza complex — look for the correct local identifier when navigating.
- Closed Mondays, so plan around Tuesday through Sunday.
- Pair the visit with lunch at one of the many restaurants on the Taschereau Boulevard strip.
What to Bring
- Phone for photos of the display tanks
- Curiosity — staff welcome questions from kids
- Hand sanitizer
Cost Info
Free Admission
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
Free to browse; purchases optional
Tips to Save
- No entry fee.
- Located inside a Brossard mall complex — easy to pair with a free afternoon without spending anything.
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Monday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM