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Plaza Cinema in Monthey: the big family hall in the heart of town

Looking for a family cinema outing in Monthey? The Plaza Cinema, on the Place Centrale, is the town’s big hall with its 180 seats. Big films, plenty of young-audience titles and an attractive family deal: a simple outing, in any weather.

Practical information

Address

Place Centrale 7, 1870 Monthey

Monthey · Valais

Accessibility
All year round 3-16 years Indoor Wheelchair accessible
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The big hall of Monthey

On the Place Centrale, right in the heart of Monthey, the Plaza Cinema is the town’s big “classic” hall, with its 180 seats and large screen. Run by the Cinérive group, it shows the big films of the moment and plenty of young-audience titles. A town-centre outing easy to reach, a stone’s throw from the station, ideal as a family.

What your children will discover

The Plaza regularly shows the animated features and family hits of the moment, often in French. With the Cinérive group’s “Pack Tribu” deal, the whole family enjoys a reduced rate. Its large hall offers children a real cinema experience.

What you do there and the atmosphere on site

You get your ticket (online or at the box office), and settle into the large hall. The atmosphere is that of a warm town-centre cinema, in the heart of Monthey. Everything is on site, sheltered: perfect in bad weather.

Before you go

  • Recommended age: as a family from 3-4 years, depending on the film showing
  • Duration: allow 1.5 to 2 hours depending on the film
  • Price: adult CHF 18, child (3-12) CHF 13, Pack Tribu (family) CHF 13/person; 3D surcharge +CHF 1
  • Booking: online via the Cinérive box office or at the box office
  • Transport: Place Centrale, in the heart of Monthey; CFF station and buses nearby
  • Accessibility: access for people with reduced mobility (give notice; toilets not adapted)
  • Best season: all year round

Tips from parents

  • Make the most of the Pack Tribu (CHF 13/person from one child) for an affordable family outing.
  • The Mardis Ciné rate (CHF 12) is good value midweek.
  • Check the language of the screening, especially for the youngest.
  • The Place Centrale is very central: handy to combine with a stroll or a snack.
  • If you need wheelchair access, give notice in advance.

Useful information

  • Address: Place Centrale 7, 1870 Monthey
  • Official website: cinerive.com
  • Opening hours: according to the programme (check the website)
  • Getting there: Place Centrale, in the heart of Monthey; CFF station and buses nearby

Why we recommend it

Because the Plaza is the big family hall of Monthey: 180 seats, big films, plenty of young-audience titles and an attractive family deal. A simple, central cinema outing, perfect in bad weather.

In a nutshell

The big hall of Monthey (180 seats, Cinérive group), big family films and the “Pack Tribu” deal, on the Place Centrale.

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Parking nearby

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Frequently asked questions

Does the Plaza offer films for children?
Yes, the cinema regularly shows the animated features and plenty of young-audience titles, often in French.
How much is a ticket?
Adult CHF 18, child aged 3 to 12 CHF 13. The Pack Tribu (family) comes to CHF 13 per person; 3D surcharge of CHF 1.
How many seats does the hall have?
The Plaza is a single large hall of 180 seats, with a large screen.
How do you get there?
The cinema is on the Place Centrale, in the heart of Monthey, near the CFF station and buses.
Is the cinema wheelchair accessible?
Access is possible (give notice in advance). Note: the toilets are not adapted for wheelchairs.
What is the Pack Tribu?
It is the Cinérive group’s family deal: a reduced rate of CHF 13 per person for an outing with at least one child.
How do you book?
You can book online via the Cinérive box office or get your tickets at the box office.

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