Sir-Wilfrid-Laurier Park (solo trip)
How Solo-Friendly is Sir-Wilfrid-Laurier Park?
What makes it 83% Solo-Friendly: Lap lanes, free sports gear, shaded benches and Wi-Fi let a single visitor swim, work out or read quietly; only drawback is weekend crowding in pool and playground areas.
Positives:
- Free amenities: Borrow sports gear, skates, and games at no cost from the Welcome Centre.
- Central Wi-Fi: Use free Wi-Fi in the pool building to check schedules or stay connected.
Challenges:
- Seasonal access: Pool and summer facilities run late June to early September, rink closes after March.
- Limited shade: Some fitness stations and ping-pong tables have little cover during midday sun.
What is Sir-Wilfrid-Laurier Park?
- A 10-hectare public park in Montreal’s Plateau-Mont-Royal borough
- Features a 50-metre outdoor swimming pool, seasonal skating rinks and a full-sized pétanque court
- Traversed by paved pathways under mature maple and birch trees, punctuated by playgrounds, ballfields and picnic lawns
What is so special about Sir-Wilfrid-Laurier Park for solo trip?
- Start the day with a reserved lap swim in the outdoor pool
- Skate solo on the decorative rink in winter with free boot loans
- Access free sports equipment and games at the Welcome Centre
- Complete a fresh-air workout on the outdoor fitness circuit
- Explore shaded paths by bike for a peaceful ride
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
Why 1-2 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: That time lets you swim, bike or workout without rushing.
Solo-Friendly Activities in Sir-Wilfrid-Laurier Park
Morning lap swim:
Use reserved lap lanes in the outdoor pool before 10:00am for a focused workout.
Tip: Check pool hours on Montreal.ca and arrive early to claim your lane.
Solo decorative rink skate:
Glide alone on the decorative winter rink with free boot loans.
Tip: Borrow skates at the Welcome Centre and skate early to avoid crowds.
Borrow sports gear:
Check out balls, badminton shuttlecocks, or board games from the Welcome Centre to join pickup games.
Tip: Look for group activities near the pool building and join in.
Outdoor fitness circuit:
Move through fitness stations along the south path for a fresh-air workout.
Tip: Follow the mapped signs from the north entrance for a full circuit.
Peaceful bike ride:
Ride the north–south bike path using your own bike or a BIXI rental.
Tip: Use the BIXI app to unlock a bike near Laurier Avenue and return it to any station.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Sir-Wilfrid-Laurier Park
- Time your swim: Arrive before 10:00am for quieter lanes and full gear availability.
- Use the BIXI app: Download the BIXI app in advance to unlock a bike quickly along Laurier Avenue.
Reviews of Sir-Wilfrid-Laurier Park
Laura Maciel
Beautiful park, with many options of leisure: pool, playground, several picnic tables, Chalet Laurier offering activities and material for free rental, yoga classes, baseball field, you name it!
Han Stw
Quite a large park for locals in Montreal. However because it was early spring/late winter when I visited— it was very muddy with snow and ice still around. There were also quite a lot of constructions and such. There are a couple of buildings and also stadium (baseball, I think) within the park complex. A good peaceful (sans the construction) park to stroll around
Alison BEAM Energy
What a gorgeous park. So well-laid out and so functional. There's a Trekfit installation (a super gym space, brilllllliant concept) and fields and sports turfs of all kinds. Lots of free parking around too, you just have to be patient and hunt for it. Enjoy!
Crystalbeauty Jasmine
Beautiful park extremely quiet with people scattered about doing different things from reading to playing the guitar and a few ladies having fun. Most appealing of the area it’s the Centre Laurier....has restrooms that are so so clean!
Victor Zell
Probably the best park in the area even if it’s generally crowded during the summer. There a pool on site, the ability to BB-Q, and no shortage of restos, bottle-Os and ice-cream parlours.
When is the best time to visit Sir-Wilfrid-Laurier Park (Montreal, Canada)?
Summer (late June–early September): pool open with free Wi-Fi. Winter (Dec–Mar): decorative and hockey rinks open with free skate loans. Spring/fall: paths and fitness stations are less crowded.
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Typical Budget for Solo Traveler (1 Adult)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| BIXI bike rental (30 min) | CAD 3.75 |
| Coffee at a Laurier Ave café | CAD 4.5 |
| Total Estimated | CAD 8.25 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Address: 5200 Rue de Brébeuf, Montréal, QC H2J 3L8, Canada
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