A stunning example of Gothic Revival architecture, Notre Dame Basilica is Montreal's oldest parish church, known for its magnificent interior and impressive sound and light show.
Currency
CAD ($)
Best time to visit
June to August
Languages
French · English
Coordinates
45.502°, -73.553°
Key facts
1The church's interior is adorned with over 7,000 pipes of the Casavant organ.
2The basilica's twin towers are the tallest church towers in Canada.
3The church's interior is illuminated by a spectacular sound and light show called 'AURA' every evening.
Timeline
1672: The first church was built on this site by the Sulpicians.
1829: The current church was consecrated.
1872: The church was elevated to the status of a minor basilica by Pope Pius IX.
