BOOKING TRAVEL / TRAVEL OLD MONTREAL
Arguably North America's most notable focus in 17th, 18th and 19th century buildings, Old Montréal is an interesting Parisian neighborhood between the harbor and the banking district. Lovelyly restored in recent decades and very popular with tourists, Old Montréal is best explored on foot, starting from Champ de Mars Metro Station. Town Hall and Place Jacques-Cartier are just south of the station, with St. St. Paul and Notre street Notre leads to more historic places, fine restaurants and luxury boutiques.
1. Old port
Stretching along the river, near Marché Bonsecours, is the site of the old port. It has been restored to great expense and now enjoys a role as an entertainment and entertainment center. Special attractions include the IMAX cinema, the Clock Tower reminiscent of Big Ben and the Montréal Science Center. In the winter, skaters come to an outdoor patio. From the old port, a magnificent view is obtained from the impressive Montréal skyline. Boat tours, including the 1.5-hour, yet fun-filled Montreal Historical Discovery Trip, run from the docks.
2. Notre Dame Cathedral
On Place KCNrmes, Notre Dame Cathedral is Montréal's oldest Catholic parish church, founded in 1656. The twin towers (69 meters) are impressive, but the magnificent interior of the 1829 building is the focal point. hit really. The dazzling wood carving is the work of Victor Bourgeau, and the stained glass illustrates the history of Montréal. Altar Sacré Coeur (1982), in the chapel of the same name, consists of 32 bronze plates of Charles Daudelin. The great organ is a Casavant, and the readings held in the church throughout the year are very popular.
A walking tour of Old Montreal, including all the main highlights in the area, including free admission at the basilica. These tours, offered from spring to fall, are a great way to see the sights and learn about history. Options include 1.5 or three-hour tours.
3. The place of Jacques-Cartier
Stretching from the Old Port to the Notre Dame Cathedral in Old Montréal are the gardens of Place Jacques-Cartier. Under Nelson's Column, there is a famous market of arts, crafts and souvenirs surrounded by beautiful 19th-century street cafes and townhouses and villas.
Many of Montréal's historic attractions are nearby, including the City Hall, the Old Justice Palace, and the elegant 1705 Castle Museum, Chateau Ramezay Museum.
4. Bonsecours
The interesting Rue Bonsecours, off the street of Notre Notre-Dame, is one of the oldest streets of Vieux-Montréal. It represents a wide range of French architectural styles typical of the town landscape from the 17th to the 19th centuries of New France. Marché Bonsecours used to be the town hall before becoming Montréal's vegetable market from 1878 to 1963. Today, the building has a number of interesting shops and boutiques and is a popular spot for tourists. Montréal's oldest church, Chapel of Our Lady of de Bonsecours, is located at the end of the road. Nearby, Sir George-Étienne Cartier National Historic Site is the home of the first Canadian Prime Minister from 1841 to 1871.
5. Pointe-à-Callière, Musée d'archéologie et d'histoire
In the southeast corner of Place Royale in Montreal is Pointe-à-Callière, "the cradle of the city of Montréal". Place Royale was the center of French colonial life, the market and its parade ground, until it was converted in the 19th century with various government buildings. The Musée d'archéologie et d'histoire records the beginning of the city by taking visitors underground to see the rest of the foundation first. Two plaques and an obelisk, the work of the artist Québécois, was published in 1894, to commemorate the founding of a French settlement in 1642.
6. Location
The busy Place Place Placermes is very much located in the city center. The twin towers of Notre Dame Cathedral in front of public space, as well as a historic Bank of Montreal and its small museum. The old seminary of Saint Sulpice, adjacent to the basilica, dates back to 1685. This is the oldest stone house in a city where initially most of the buildings were built cheaper and as simple as the wood. To the west of the Place Decorrmes, the Palais des Congrès is Montréal's future convention center. It was built in 1983 on the Ville-Marie highway and is famous for its colorful glass walls.
7. Location
Place d'Youville is another popular public space in Montréal and a departure point for exploring historical sites. On the park, the Center of Montréal d'Histoire is located in the old red brick fire station (1903), and recounts four centuries of history of Montréal. Hopital général des Soeurs Grises is located a short distance from Saint Saint Pierre Street from Place d'Youville. Montréal's second hospital dates back to 1694, where Marguerite d'Youville founded the Congrégation des Soeurs Grises in 1753, the Gray Sisters' charitable order.
8. Saint Saint Paul
Rue Sai
nt-Paul is Montréal's oldest street, originally completed in March 1672 as a road between the fortress and the Dieu hotel, the old hospital. Today it is lined with all kinds of shops. The street is named after Paul de Chomedey, the devout founder of the city, as well as from the Apostle Paul.
9. City hall
Montréal City Hall was designed by Perrault to address the Napoleonic III style of the French Empire. Built between 1872 and 1878, it was restored after a fire in 1922.
Its hall of honor is brilliant with marble and copper, and has a bust of Jacques Viger, the first mayor of Montréal in 1833. It is from the balcony of the City Hall, during a visit. Canada in the summer of 1967, French President Charles de Gaulle uttered a pure call "vive le Québec libre!" - Québec free long live. The claim drew enthusiastic response from the crowd on the Place Cartier below, but upset the Canadian Federal Government.
10. Shopping
Old Montréal offers a full range of shopping possibilities, with everything from souvenirs to art and designer clothes. Montréal has long been one of Canada's most important cities when it comes to the fashion industry, with many leading designers calling this city home. And while high-end boutiques can be found all over the city, in Old Montréal, small boutiques are housed in beautiful historic buildings, making the shopping experience seem more glamorous. much. Art galleries, many of which feature works by Canadian artists, are one of the district's highlights. Souvenir shops and unique shops are also scattered throughout the area, and artists and street vendors line up narrow alleys and pedestrian squares.
Places to stay in old Montréal to visit
We recommend these excellent hotels near the top sites in Old Montréal:
The William Gray: exquisite elegance, historical architecture, modern rooms, terraces, helpful guides, library.
Bonaparte Hotel: mid-range price, stylish decor, helpful staff, delicious free breakfast.
Nellectan Hotel: affordable rates, near Basilique Notre-Dame, exposed brick and stone walls, breakfast and free parking.
Y Montreal Hotel: budget hotel, 1.3 km from Old Montréal, good value, shared and private rooms, shared kitchen and laundry.
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