Founded in 1860, the Montréal Museum of Fine Arts presents Québec and Canadian heritage, Indigenous art and international art. Its collection spans painting, sculpture, graphic arts, photography, multimedia installations and decorative objects. The museum also presents temporary exhibitions and cultural programmes.
Founded in 1860, the Montréal Museum of Fine Arts presents Québec and Canadian heritage, Indigenous art and international art. Its collection spans painting, sculpture, graphic arts, photography, multimedia installations and decorative objects. The museum also presents temporary exhibitions and cultural programmes.
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montrealIt is a large complex of four floors, three comprising residential units and one used as an office building. It also contains a small underground shopping area with a cinema.
montrealNothing says Canada like hockey, the country’s national sport. If you are in town during the NHL (National Hockey League) season, which runs from October through April you’d be remiss not to watch a game. The Montreal Canadiens are one of the league’s six charter members. It may be difficult to get a ticket, but there’s nothing like the atmosphere and intensity of a playoff hockey game. If you’re in town from late April to early June and the Canadiens are still in it, seriously consider seeing a game, though it can be pricey.
montrealMontreal promises quality time to both adults and kids. The ongoing year-round festivals are usually family-oriented, and so are most public places around the city.
montrealThe Château Ramezay Museum is contained in a historic chateau in Old Montreal. The building was built in 1705 and served as the residence of the governor of Montreal (Claude de Ramezay). During the American Revolutionary War, it briefly served as the Canadian headquarters of the Continental Army during the invasion of Canada. Afterwards it once again became the governor’s residence. In 1894 it was converted into a museum and portrait gallery. The collection has expanded since then, and now consists of more than 30,000 objects.
montrealAt the nexus of science, technology, and entertainment, the Montreal Science Center is a great destination for families. There are seven permanent exhibitions and several temporary exhibitions. Science 26 offers 26 hands-on stations showcasing everyday science, one for each letter of the alphabet. Mission Gaia is all about sustainable development and the environment. Cargo provides an in-depth look into the goings on at a container port. There’s also an IMAX theater. The high-wire unicycle is a thrilling, but completely safe, ride fun for both older kids and adults.
montrealThe Bonsecours Market is located in one of Montreal’s most spectacular heritage buildings. The beautiful two-story neo-classical building features a large dome and briefly was home to Canada’s Parliament. Completed in 1847, it was home to Montreal’s main shopping center for more than a century. In 1963, it was briefly slated for destruction, but luckily the order was rescinded and instead the building was renovated to suit modern tastes.
montrealThis historic site is located in two in two early 19th century Victorian villas of the Cartier family. They have been renovated and now serve as a cultural and educational center. Known as the ‘Father of the Confederation’, George Cartier played an instrumental role in the independence of Canada. He helped bring Quebec into the confederation, and later served as one of the country’s first Prime Minster.
montrealThe Pointe-à-Callière, or the Montreal Museum of Archaeology and History traces the history of Montreal. It opened on May 17, 1992, the 350th anniversary of Montreal’s founding, near the site of the original fur trading settlement. The museum is housed in six different buildings. The main building is the Éperon, an iconic modern building built atop and old crypt. The Ancienne-Douane building was Montreal’s first Customs House. The Youville Pumping Station, built in 1915, was the city’s first electric wastewater pumping station. Archaeological excavations are constantly underway on site.
montrealNamed for the French explorer, this open plaza covers several blocks near the old port. It is a common gathering point in the city all year round. During the peak tourist season (summers), street performers flock to the Place Jacques-Cartier, and vendors and food kiosks line the streets. The terraces of the traditional Parisian style restaurants all around the plaza bulge with tourists eagerly awaiting their turn to try out the scrumptious French delicacies. During winter season the Place is covered with a beautiful blanket of snow which creates a romantic ambience.
montrealVieux Port, also known as the Quays of the Old Port of Montreal, is Montreal’s old port repurposed as an upscale waterfront promenade. The concept is certainly not unique to Montreal, but here it is executed particularly well. The old port dates back to the original trading post built in 1611. In the mid-twentieth century, it began to fall into disrepair as operations moved further east to the new Port of Montreal. In the 1990s it was redeveloped, and today attracts more than seven million visitors per year.
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montrealLocation: 900, Place Jean-Paul-Riopelle (Saint-Antoine et de Bleury), Montreal.
montrealLocation: 423, rue St-Claude, Montreal.
montrealLocation: 12 Dante, Montreal.
montrealLocation: 445 rue Drummond, Montreal.
montrealLocation: 3927 rue St-Denis (At rue Roy), Montreal.
montrealLocation: 6389 St-Laurent, Montreal.
montrealLocation: 4075 Sainte-Catherine West (Wood Ave), Montreal.
montrealLocation: 2077 rue Stanley (south corner of Sherbrooke), Montreal.
montrealLocation: Laurier Ouest, Montreal.
montrealLocation: 1840, rue Beaubien est, Montreal.
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montrealAddress: 355, rue Saint-Jacques, Montreal, Quebec H2Y 1N9, Canada.
montrealLocation: 901 Square Victoria, Montreal, Quebec H2Z 1R1, Canada. Telephone: (514) 395-3100 Fax: (514) 395-3150
montrealLocation: 1255 Jeanne-Mance, PO Box 130, Montreal, Quebec, Canada H5B 1E5. Telephone: 514-982-1234 Fax: 514 285 1243
montrealLocation: 1050 de la Gauchetiere West, Montreal, Quebec H3B 4C9, Canada. Telephone: 514 878 9000 Fax: 514 878 6761
montrealLocation: 1201 Boulevard Rene-Levesque West, Montreal, Quebec H3B 2L7, Canada. Telephone: (514) 878-2000 Fax: (514) 878-3958
montrealLocation: 208 Saint Antoine Ouest, Montreal, Quebec H2Y 0A6, Canada.
montrealLocation: 1155 Sherbrooke West, Montreal, Quebec H3A 2N3, Canada.
montrealLocation: 449 Sainte-Helene, Montreal, Quebec H2Y 2K9, Canada.
montrealLocation: 777 University Street, Montreal, Quebec H3C 3Z7, Canada.
montrealLocation: 901, rue Sherbrooke E., Montréal.