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.
Tips
"don't forget to visit the little chapel in the back! amazing wood work"
"Before the 11:00am and 17:00 masses on Sundays there is an organ audition (mini concert) that lasts 30 min. The Basilica's organist, M. Pierre Grandmaison, is a must-hear attraction in Montreal."
"Les trésors de Napoléon à Montréal."
"Becoming kind of commercial (need to buy a ticket? seriously?) They used to just ask for donations"
"Regular visits run up untill 4:30pm. Further is the lights show which is interesting....along with the history of the church, you get to learn about the history of Montreal ;0)"
"Pay for the indoor tour and take ALL the photos. The interior is amazing."
"Try to avoid weddings hahaha"
"A must-do if visiting Montreal. Take the 20 minute complimentary tour, it's definitely worth it!"
"Worth visiting!!! Light show is amazing:)"
"Well worth paying the $5 for admittance. Didn't realize architecture like this existed in North America."
"beautiful. But you have to pay to come in if you're not attending mass"
"Beautiful Gothic architecture. Check out the time when the free tour guide is available. You'll see more of its hidden beauty."
"One of the greatest attraction in Montreal..."
"Best Cathedral I have ever been in! I was very amazed! Do not overlook this place in Montreal!"
"God tossed from daycare: Quebec toddlers can see religious symbols, but now can’t have them explained. Read more: http://natpo.st/egIPal"
"Beautiful blue interior. Breathtaking. Don't forget the chapel in the back with a wood finish and the light show in the evening."
"Thir features stained glass windows showcasing scenes from the city’s religious history and it’s filled with hundreds of detailed wooden carvings and statues and a pipe organ created in 1891."
"Like visiting the gate of heaven!"
"Hearing the organ is astounding"
"Ticket$$$2Get.2.church.forgive.us.we.know.not.what.we.do..."
"Inside the Basilica du Notre Dame - best in the world! - Jen (England & Wales)"
"Church bells at noon are awesome!"
"One of the most beautiful churches I have visited"
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