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Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal
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Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal

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Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal is located opposite Place d'Armes in Old Montreal. This Gothic Revival church was started in 1824 and completed in 1829, designed by Irish-American architect James O'Donnell. The exterior of the basilica is solemn and majestic, featuring three towering arches on the facade, with statues of Saint Joseph, the Virgin Mary, and John the Baptist standing above the doors. Two towers, each approx. 60m high, stand on either side. The west tower houses a large bronze bell named "Jean-Baptiste," which was cast in 1848. Stepping inside the church, the first thing that catches the eye is the deep blue vaulted ceiling, inlaid with thousands of golden stars. The altar area is decorated with an intricate blend of blue, purple, red, and gold, making it magnificent and solemn. Hundreds of exquisite wood carvings and religious statues are found throughout. Uniquely, the stained glass windows here do not depict biblical stories but instead showcase the local religious history of Montreal. The church also houses a Casavant pipe organ installed in 1891, containing 7,000 pipes. The interior decoration was led by architect Victor Bourgeau and was inspired by Sainte-Chapelle in Paris. In addition, the basilica features a long-running immersive light experience called "AURA," which uses the entire interior of the church as a canvas, blending the beauty and atmosphere of the architecture through sound, light, and imagery.Montreal · 489m from downtown

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Montreal: The Original Locally Owned Street Art Walking Tour
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The Bagel Class presents : Montreal Bagel Making Workshop!
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YoYo_1I8Q7O5OSeptember 1, 2026
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The Notre-Dame Basilica in Montreal was bathed in a deep blue light, with chandeliers hanging down like stars. Stained glass windows lined the basilica, sunlight streaming in and dappling the chairs. The organ behind the altar was enormous, reportedly containing thousands of pipes. Tourists sat in a daze, some with their eyes closed, others taking photos with their phones. Prayer slips hung on the backs of the chairs, written in French, crooked and illegible. As I left, a street performer was playing the violin in the square, the melody floating in the air. The steps were filled with people sunbathing, pigeons pacing at their feet. The church steeple stood quietly against the blue sky.

Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal

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GeoffreyuDecember 13, 2025
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It is a great place to go. A lot of shops and museum, the vibe is great and a lot of people to walking along the coast.

Old Montreal

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_TI***nqAugust 23, 2026
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Beautiful view of the city. We managed to take a lot of photos in 3 turns!

La Grande Roue de Montréal

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ToottyAugust 21, 2023
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Montreal underground city is a huge shopping mall bustling with food, shopping and lifestyle options. A nice place to escape the cold weather outside. The food court is amazing and looks very stylish and modern.

Montréal Underground City

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山长水阔元走高飞October 19, 2024
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1. Located in downtown Montreal, very convenient. 2. Free, no reservation required, go whenever you want. 3. There are different views in each season, but autumn is the most beautiful. 4. You can see the Montreal city skyline from the top of the mountain.

Mount Royal Park

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cparisshNovember 30, 2021
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The architecture of Joseph's Cathedral is Baroque, especially its peacock green dome, which is very beautiful. You need to be farther away to take a panoramic photo. It is free to enter and visit.

Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal

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老鹰在飞翔May 2, 2023
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Habitat 67 is a community building located on the banks of the St. Lawrence River in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It was designed by the famous Canadian architect Moshe Safdie. Due to its unique appearance, it has become a landmark building in Montreal and one of the most peculiar buildings in the world.

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绿带小米December 30, 2020
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The old port has a very small capacity and can accommodate one or two small passenger ships. They are probably specialized in inland navigation. There are not many sailings, but many people are willing to take them. This may be because Canadians have a slow pace of life, the transportation facilities are average, and there are no high-speed tools such as high-speed rail. Many people like to experience cruise ship travel.

Vieux-Port de Montréal

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小思文November 14, 2019
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The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts features works by famous domestic artists. The lobby design here is also quite huge, integrating many advantageous resources. You can also see many good paintings in the museum.

Montreal Museum of Fine Arts

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BetTerDAYSeptember 14, 2019
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It should be the largest and most magnificent church in the new city of Montreal. It looks a bit short against the backdrop of high-rise buildings, but it is magnificent for a church. It is very close to the VIA train station. It is just a few minutes walk west from the station.

Mary, Queen of the World Cathedral

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Don't miss these attractions in Montreal: Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal, Old Montreal, and La Grande Roue de Montréal. If you like Culture & history, try Montreal: The Original Locally Owned Street Art Walking Tour. If you enjoy Food & drink, try The Bagel Class presents : Montreal Bagel Making Workshop!.

You can give The Bagel Class presents : Montreal Bagel Making Workshop! and Montreal Liverpool House popular restaurant reservation service a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include The Best of Montreal Tour with Boat Cruise, Montreal Vieux-Port de Montréal - Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal - Mount Royal - Underground City day tour, and Montreal: Mile-End Foodie Walking Tour with 7 Tastings. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of November 4, 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Montreal is around USD 92.76 – USD 641.43. Rates vary by duration, group size, transportation, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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