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10 Overall Closest Attractions |
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Cathédrale Marie-Reine-du-Monde |
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(Attractions - Historic Sites) |
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1085 Rue de la Cathédrale, Montréal H3B 5J8 • 514-866-1661
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Distance:
~189 m * |
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This cathedral stands in the heart of the city's Anglo-Protestant district and is a one-fourth-scale replica of Saint Peter's in Rome. The structure was built in 1894 and designed to deliberately intensify the effect of burning candles. The high altar features a replica of Bernini's vast baldachin in Saint Peter's. The first chapel in the left aisle is a red-flocked sanctuary filled with medals and saintly relics. |
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Cathedrale Christ Church |
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(Attractions - Historic Sites) |
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635 Rue Ste-Catherine Ouest, Montréal H3A 2B8 • 514-843-6577
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Distance:
~346 m * |
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This historic church is the seat of the city's Anglican Church. Built between 1857 and 1859, the neo-Gothic structure was designed to emulate a 14th-century English cathedral. The church sits atop Les Promenades de la Cathedrale, a popular city mall. |
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User Rating: 9.5
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Planétarium de Montréal |
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(Attractions - Family Friendly) |
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1000 Rue St-Jacques Ouest, Montréal H3C 1G7 • 514-872-4530
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Distance:
~0.509 km * |
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The first planetarium built in Canada is guaranteed to appeal to people of all ages. Alternating hourly showings are presented in both French and English. Gives visitors a guided tour of our solar system and more distant galaxies. Themed events may include sunspots, eclipses, space collisions, meteorites and clear skies. |
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User Rating: 10
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World Trade Centre Montréal |
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(Attractions - Sightseeing) |
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747 Victoria Sq, Montréal H2Y 3Y9 • 514-982-9888
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Distance:
~0.511 km * |
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This stunning complex is devoted to international trade, but the architecture and history that comprise it are reason enough for a visit. The structure incorporates historic buildings into its overall design, including a stretch of the city's fortification walls, which lie beneath a glass-enclosed concourse. There's also a granite fountain and reflecting pool and a portion of the now-defunct Berlin Wall. Since the Centre is connected to the Underground City, shops and restaurants are easily accessible, as is the luxurious Inter-Continental Hotel. |
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McGill University |
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(Attractions - Historic Sites) |
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3415 Rue McTavish, Welcome Centre, McLennan Library Building, Montréal H3A 1Y1 • 514-398-4455
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Distance:
~0.686 km * |
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Montréal's signature university, McGill received its charter in 1821 after being endowed and founded by James McGill, a wealthy Scottish immigrant, in 1813. The gift was intended to give English-speaking residents an educational opportunity. Since that time, the university has grown to encompass both the original downtown campus and Macdonald Campus, about 25 miles west of the city. The school now accommodates graduate and undergraduate students and includes 6 teaching hospitals and 17 libraries. Tours of the downtown campus are available by reservation and last about an hour. They're led by students and feature the university's prominent buildings and facilities. |
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User Rating: 10
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Place des Arts |
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(Attractions - Sightseeing) |
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260, Blvd de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montréal H2X 1Y9 • 514-842-2112
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Distance:
~0.955 km * |
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Built in the early 1960s, this performing arts complex boasts five venues that host opera, musical concerts, theatre events and dance performances throughout the year. A large plaza unites them all, and they're linked to the city's underground shopping and entertainment district as well. The esplanade is an open air facility for countless shows and cultural festivals creating a more energetic vibe in the heart of the city. |
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Centre d'Histoire de Montréal |
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(Attractions - History Museums) |
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335 Place d'Youville, Montréal H2Y 3T1 • 514-872-3207
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Distance:
~1.007 km * |
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This museum takes special pride in preserving Montréal's past and making it come alive for visitors. The facility features exhibits on the city's architecture, history and culture, showcasing it all by means of murals, displays and technology. Permanent exhibits highlight residents of the city over the last 100 years and create an environment of history and opportunity. Temporary exhibits provide more specific details about particular facets of Montréal's bygone days. A great adventure for visitors of all ages. |
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Pointe-à-Callière |
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(Attractions - Historic Sites) |
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350 Place Royale, Montréal H2Y 3Y5 • 514-872-9150 • 514-872-9141
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Distance:
~1.103 km * |
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The Pointe-à-Callière Museum stands at the point of Montréal's city founding and provides a fascinating introduction to its history. The museum details Montréal's development as a trading and meeting place and features high-tech audio-visual displays. Among the exhibits are artifacts of a cemetery dating to 1643, sections of buildings' walls from various eras, and remains from 18th-century sewage systems. An interesting look at the development of this city. Free guided tours with admission. |
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Vieux-Port |
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(Attractions - Historic Sites) |
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Montréal • 514-496-7678 • 800-971-7678
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Distance:
~1.280 km * |
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The Vieux-Port is Old Montréal's gateway to the Saint-Lawrence River. The port was once the hub of shipping and gave Montréal its powerful economic presence in Canada. In 1992, the city renovated the port as part of Montréal's 350th anniversary celebrations. Visitors of all ages will enjoy biking, walking, ice-skating or shopping at the seasonal flea market. Athletic equipment rentals available. |
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Musée d'Art Contemporain de Montréal |
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(Attractions - Art Museums) |
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185 Rue Ste-Catherine Ouest, Montréal H2X 1Z9 • 514-847-6226
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Distance:
~1.299 km * |
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Description:
The Museum of Contemporary Art boasts exhibitions of post-1940s art from Québec and around the world. Canada's only major museum of contemporary art, this complex has hosted over 600 exhibitions and attracted over 1.6 million visitors. It also maintains an extensive contemporary art library. |
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