Montreal’s Notre-Dame Basilica gives you the opportunity to explore our beloved city’s storied past, from the origins of the colony to the majestic church we know today. Soak up the Basilica’s iconic architecture and explore its artistic jewels, from the artwork to the carved décor to the gold leaf adorning its vaults.
On this self-guided tour , you’ll admire the Basilica’s exceptional stained glass windows, master works of art, elaborate sculptures and an impressive 7,000-pipe organ.
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The majestic vault of Montreal’s Notre-Dame Basilica stands before you, opening its arms wide to welcome you. On this cultural tour, you’ll explore 24 points of interest, each highlighting a work of art, an architectural feature or simply a fragment of history.
Montreal’s Notre-Dame Basilica is more than a place of worship; it reflects the city’s roots. The church bears witness to the close relationship between art and religion, and its architecture goes beyond that of a simple religious building: it’s a living work of art that tells its own story.
Its influence is so strong that it has inspired many other parishes and churches, leaving an indelible mark on the region’s architectural and artistic landscape. This sightseeing tour of the Basilica is an opportunity to connect with the soul of Montreal, returning to the past to celebrate the future.
Signs will be available in French and English to give you more information along the way, and the experience will last approximately one hour. Along the way, let your mind carry you through the rich history of Montreal and Notre-Dame Basilica – a chance to appreciate the beauty in every detail.
The tour gives you complete freedom to explore the basilica at your own pace and marvel at all its masterpieces. Passionate about art, architecture or history? This tour of the majestic Notre-Dame Basilica is for you.
Basilique Notre-Dame de Montréal - Visite touristique
