La Ronde (Six Flags)
Rating
Family of 4
$200-$250 CAD (~$145-$180 USD) for a family of 4.
Duration
5-8 hours
Best Ages
Best for ages 3 and up
About
La Ronde is the amusement park experience that every kid visiting Montreal dreams about. Operated by Six Flags and located on the stunning Île Sainte-Hélène in the middle of the St. Lawrence River, it is the largest amusement park in Quebec and one of the most popular family attractions in all of Eastern Canada.
The park features over 40 rides and attractions, thoughtfully divided by thrill level so families with mixed ages can all find something exciting. The Pays de Ribambelle section is purpose-built for young children, with gentle rides like mini cars, spinning teacups, and a small roller coaster that gives little ones their first taste of coaster thrills without the terror. For bigger kids and tweens, mid-level rides like the Orbite and Vampire deliver excitement without being too intense.
And for teens and thrill-seekers, the park's signature coasters — Goliath (one of Canada's tallest hypercoasters), Le Monstre (a massive wooden double-track coaster), and Le Boomerang — deliver genuine adrenaline.
Summer is the prime season, with the park open daily from mid-May through late August. Water rides like Le Splash provide welcome relief on hot days, and the park regularly features live entertainment, character meet-and-greets, and special events. In the fall, La Ronde transforms for Fright Fest with haunted houses and scare zones — great for teens, but fair warning to parents of young ones.
Getting there is easy. The Jean-Drapeau metro station is a short walk or shuttle ride away, and this is genuinely the best way to arrive. Parking is expensive ($30+ CAD) and the lots fill up quickly on peak days. The metro ride also gives kids a fun preview as they cross the river and see the park's skyline of coasters.
A few practical tips for parents: buy tickets online well before your visit, as there are no ticket booths at the gate. Budget for food and drinks inside the park — prices are steep, as expected. The One Meal Dining Deal at $22.
99 per person is decent value if you want a no-hassle meal. Bring sunscreen, hats, and water bottles — shade is limited and Montreal summers are hot. And if you are going with young kids, head to the kids' area first thing in the morning before lines build up.
La Ronde is a full-day commitment, but it is the kind of day kids remember for years.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Yes
Nursing / Changing
Available
Kid Meals
Available
Setting
Outdoor
Rainy Day
Not ideal
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Visit on weekday mornings for shortest ride lines. Avoid weekends in July and August when the park is packed. Arrive right at opening to hit the big rides first. Late September and October weekends feature Fright Fest (better for teens, not little kids).
Wait Times
30-60 minutes for popular rides on weekends; 10-20 minutes on weekdays
Nearby Food
Inside the park, expect typical amusement park fare: burgers, pizza, poutine, and funnel cakes. The One Meal Dining Deal ($22.99 CAD) gets you a meal, snack, and drink. For better food after the park, take the metro one stop to downtown and hit up Olive + Gourmando in Old Montreal or grab smoked meat at Schwartz's on Saint-Laurent Boulevard.
Why Kids Love It
La Ronde is Quebec's largest amusement park, and for kids, it is basically paradise on an island. With over 40 rides and attractions spread across Île Sainte-Hélène in the middle of the St. Lawrence River, there is something for every age and thrill level.
Little kids go crazy for the kiddie rides in the Pays de Ribambelle section, where they can drive mini cars, ride gentle coasters, and spin on teacups. Big kids and tweens start eyeing the mid-level thrill rides, while teens head straight for the Goliath — a massive hypercoaster that is one of the tallest and fastest in Canada. The water rides are a highlight on hot summer days, and the park atmosphere is genuinely festive with live entertainment, games, and colorful midway food.
Kids love the freedom of running between rides, and parents appreciate that the park is well-organized with clearly marked height requirements and family-friendly areas.
Pro Tips from Parents
- You MUST buy tickets online before you go — La Ronde does not sell tickets at the gate
- Take the metro to Jean-Drapeau station and catch the 767 La Ronde shuttle bus — it avoids the expensive parking ($30+ CAD)
- Bring ponchos or change of clothes for the water rides — kids will get soaked on Le Splash and Super Manège
- Download the La Ronde app for real-time wait times and a park map to plan your route efficiently
- If you have young kids, head straight to the Pays de Ribambelle kids area first thing — lines build later in the day
What to Bring
- Sunscreen and hats — there is very little shade in the park
- Refillable water bottles (refill stations are available)
- A change of clothes or ponchos for water rides
- Comfortable walking shoes (you will cover a lot of ground)
- A small backpack with snacks to supplement overpriced park food
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
$200-$250 CAD (~$145-$180 USD) for a family of 4.
Weekday tickets from $38.
99 CAD each, weekend tickets from $41.
99 CAD each.
Add $23 CAD per person for the One Meal Dining Deal.
Free for children under 2.
Tips to Save
- Buy tickets online — there are no ticket sales at the gate.
- Weekday tickets are cheaper than weekends.
- Season passes at $69.
- 99 CAD are a steal if you plan to visit more than once.
- Bring your own water bottles and snacks to cut food costs.
- Look for discount codes through CAA, corporate partners, or Air Miles.
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 11AM-9PM
- Monday
- 11AM-8PM
- Sunday
- 11AM-8PM
- Tuesday
- 11AM-8PM
- Saturday
- 11AM-9PM
- Thursday
- 11AM-8PM
- Wednesday
- 11AM-8PM