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Notre-Dame Basilica (Basilique Notre-Dame)
As featured in 3 days in Montreal
Ollie #1 of 208 attractions in Montreal
4.5 of 5 stars 584 reviews
Owner description: Montreal's oldest Catholic church, built in 1656, is known for its intricately designed interior, which includes stained glass chronicling the history...... more » Owner description: Montreal's oldest Catholic church, built in 1656, is known for its intricately designed interior, which includes stained glass chronicling the history of the city. « less
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings; Bar/ Clubs
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
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Old Montreal (Vieux-Montreal)
As featured in 3 days in Montreal and 1 other guide
Ollie #2 of 208 attractions in Montreal
4.5 of 5 stars 594 reviews

Vieux-Montréal  is one of the most beautiful, well-preserved vi... "old towns" this side of Europe. This is a key component in what makes Montreal, "the truly different North... more »

Attraction type  Neighbourhoods; Historic Walking Areas; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Beaches
Distance  0.4 km from city centre
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Montreal Botanical Gardens (Jardin Botanique de Montreal)
As featured in 3 days in Montreal
Ollie #3 of 208 attractions in Montreal
4.5 of 5 stars 285 reviews
Owner description: Located near Olympic Park, Montreal's huge botanical garden contains over 20,000 different plant species in 31 specialized gardens, including the...... more » Owner description: Located near Olympic Park, Montreal's huge botanical garden contains over 20,000 different plant species in 31 specialized gardens, including the largest Chinese Garden outside Asia and a Japanese Garden with a tearoom and fabulous bonsai collection. The Insectarium hosts an "Insect Tasting" in November and December. « less
Attraction type  Gardens
Distance  5.5 km from city centre
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Mont (Mount) Royal
Ollie #4 of 208 attractions in Montreal
4.5 of 5 stars 329 reviews
Referred to as "the mountain" by locals, this 764-foot mountain provides excellent view of the city and is a popular recreation spot.
Attraction type  Mountains; Parks; Neighbourhoods
Distance  2.9 km from city centre
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Canadian Railway Museum
As featured in 3 days in Montreal and 1 other guide
Ollie #5 of 208 attractions in Montreal
4.5 of 5 stars 35 reviews

Exporail, the Canadian Railway Museum, is a short drive from downtown Montreal, located in the southern suburb of St. Constant. With more than 150 locomotives, cars, and railway... more »

Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  14.7 km from city centre
L'Orchestre Symphonique de Montreal (OSM)
Ollie #6 of 208 attractions in Montreal
5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Attraction type  Symphonies
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St. Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal
Ollie #7 of 208 attractions in Montreal
4.5 of 5 stars 173 reviews
Owner description: Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount-Royal is the largest shrine dedicated to Saint Joseph in the world. You must come visit our treasures like the votive...... more » Owner description: Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount-Royal is the largest shrine dedicated to Saint Joseph in the world. You must come visit our treasures like the votive chapel containing 10,000 lights and votive candles, our marvelous museum with a permanent exhibit of hundreds of creches from around the world, the Chapel of Brother Andre built in 1904, the heart of Brother Andre, our spectacular gardens containing the Way of Cross, the Crypt Church and the majestic Basilica. Saint Joseph's Oratory is a must during your visit in Montreal. Welcome to all! « less
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  5.1 km from city centre
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Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours Chapel (Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours)
Ollie #8 of 208 attractions in Montreal
4.5 of 5 stars 41 reviews
Owner description: Called the Sailors' Church because of the wooden ship models that hang from its ceiling, this church was originally designed by Marguerite Bougeoys,...... more » Owner description: Called the Sailors' Church because of the wooden ship models that hang from its ceiling, this church was originally designed by Marguerite Bougeoys, one of Montreal's first teachers. « less
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Museums
Distance  0.6 km from city centre
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Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (Musee des Beaux-Arts)
As featured in 3 days in Montreal and 1 other guide
Ollie #9 of 208 attractions in Montreal
4.5 of 5 stars 149 reviews
Owner description: One of Canada's most famous museums, this popular institution houses a wide collection of international contemporary and Canadian exhibits, and...... more » Owner description: One of Canada's most famous museums, this popular institution houses a wide collection of international contemporary and Canadian exhibits, and straddles two buildings, the 1912 original and its 1991 across-the-street annex with underground galleries that connect the two sites. « less
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  1.9 km from city centre
A Day in Quebec City and Montmorency Falls
Ollie #10 of 208 attractions in Montreal
4.5 of 5 stars 27 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Scandinave Les Bains
Ollie #11 of 208 attractions in Montreal
4.5 of 5 stars 46 reviews
Owner description: Bains scandinaves en milieu urbain. Offrant des services tels que: thermotérapie (saunas, bains chauds et froids, station rinçage), aires de détente,...... more » Owner description: Bains scandinaves en milieu urbain. Offrant des services tels que: thermotérapie (saunas, bains chauds et froids, station rinçage), aires de détente, massages, bar à jus, achat de certificat cadeau. « less
Attraction type  Spas
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Strom Spa
Ollie #12 of 208 attractions in Montreal
4.5 of 5 stars 40 reviews
Owner description: Come enjoy a unique relaxation experience surrounded by all the wonders of nature…five minutes from downtown Montreal. Located on the shores of a...... more » Owner description: Come enjoy a unique relaxation experience surrounded by all the wonders of nature…five minutes from downtown Montreal. Located on the shores of a lake, Strøm Nordic Spa offers you an exceptionally beautiful natural setting.Enjoy thermal experience in nature, massages, treatments and bistro.Our facilities include outdoor whirlpools, thermal and Nordic baths, Finnish saunas, eucalyptus steam bath, thermal and Nordic waterfalls, indoor and outdoor relaxation areas with fireplaces.Open everyday from 9am to 10pm. « less
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  5.7 km from city centre
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Rue Ste.-Catherine
As featured in Montreal off the Beaten Path
Ollie #13 of 208 attractions in Montreal
4 of 5 stars 208 reviews

Ste-Catherine Street is divided in two parts by St-Laurent Boulevard: East and West. The intersection of those two important streets is not the nicest area of the city; try to... more »

Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Neighbourhoods
Distance  2.9 km from city centre
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Biodome de Montreal
As featured in 3 days in Montreal and 1 other guide
Ollie #14 of 208 attractions in Montreal
4 of 5 stars 326 reviews
Owner description: Housed in a former stadium used in the 1976 Olympics, the educational and entertaining Biodome consists of four different ecological habitats - rain...... more » Owner description: Housed in a former stadium used in the 1976 Olympics, the educational and entertaining Biodome consists of four different ecological habitats - rain forest, polar, marine and forest - where visitors can see the plants and animals native to each ecosystem. The polar penguins and puffins and the tropical monkeys and parrots will enthrall children and adults alike. « less
Attraction type  Science Museums; Architectural Buildings; Zoos; Natural History Museums; Gardens
Distance  5.8 km from city centre
Place des Arts
Ollie #15 of 208 attractions in Montreal
4 of 5 stars 45 reviews
Montreal's top performance hall features music, drama and more.
Attraction type  Theatres; Performances; Biking Trails
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Bell Centre
Ollie #16 of 208 attractions in Montreal
4 of 5 stars 112 reviews
In season, take in a Montreal Canadiens hockey game at this arena.
Attraction type  Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
Distance  1.6 km from city centre
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Laurier Avenue
Ollie #17 of 208 attractions in Montreal
4.5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  3.2 km from city centre
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McGill University
Ollie #18 of 208 attractions in Montreal
4 of 5 stars 33 reviews
Canada's oldest university, home to nearly 30,000 students, is filled with a variety of interesting architectural styles.
Attraction type  Educational Sites
Distance  1.5 km from city centre
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Bota Bota, Spa-Sur-L'eau
Ollie #19 of 208 attractions in Montreal
4 of 5 stars 48 reviews
Owner description: Embark on a journey without moving and immerse yourself in a world of endless contrasts. Bota Bota is a place of relaxation, escape and infinite...... more » Owner description: Embark on a journey without moving and immerse yourself in a world of endless contrasts. Bota Bota is a place of relaxation, escape and infinite wonder where each gentle wave washers over your spirit. This magical vessel combines vitality, tranquility and modern design. Aboard, admire an awe-inspring 360-degree view and discover the healing and invigoration water circuit. Enjoy our saunas, steam bath, cold plunges, jacuzzis, terraces and relaxation areas. Indulge in a massage, a facial or body treatment or in a manicure and pedicure. in a weightless space, between two water worlds... float away.Bota Bota is the proud recipient of a regional "Grand Prix du Tourisme Québécois 2012 Award - Attraction of the Year". It was also nominated as a finalist for "Business of the Year" and "New Business of the Year" by the Tourism Industry Association of Canada in 2011 « less
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  0.6 km from city centre
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Mont (Mount) Royal Cemetery
Ollie #20 of 208 attractions in Montreal
4.5 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Pretty Protestant cemetery where a smattering of historical figures have been laid to rest.
Attraction type  Cemeteries
Distance  3.2 km from city centre
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