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While Montreal was the capital of Canada from 1843 to 1849, it also hosted the parliament building. The building was burnt to the ground by rioters in 1849. Some of the artifacts uncovered from the site are displayed in a self-guided tour.
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Covering the history of Montreal from its founding in 1535. The museum is housed in a former fire station that dates from 1903.
A privately endowed foundation, DHC/ART is a permanent location for exciting and relevant temporary visual arts exhibitions and projects.
Montréal Museum of Archeology and History
A modern museum built over the ruins of Montreal's first settlement, Pointe à Callière. This museum uses audiovisual technology as well as surrounding archaeological remains to tell the story of Montreal from the first natives to the present day.
Basilique Notre-Dame
Probably the city's most spectacular church, a gem of Victorian Gothic. Service is at 17:00 daily and on Sunday morning. Entrance is free for worship, but donations are suggested. During service, the organ music is not to be missed. While it shouldn't have to be mentioned, tourists should be respectful during services. Photography is not allowed during services. 20-minute guided tours offered in French or English.
Hands-on museum focusing on the history of banking in Montreal.
Old Port
The Old Port is a large waterfront green space with attractions such as Cirque du Soleil, the Montreal Science Center, the Labyrinth, the Clock Tower, and a large outdoor audio-visual stage which is the site for the Canada Day fireworks.