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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.
The Old Port of Montreal is the historic port of Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Located adjacent to Old Montreal, it stretches for over 2 km (1.2 mi) along the Saint Lawrence River. It was used as early as 1611, when French fur traders used it as a trading post.
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Centre des sciences de Montréal
Interactive science museum and IMAX theater.
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.
Pedestrian street filled with street artists and musicians, and there are numerous fine restaurants and private art galleries nearby.
Hands-on museum focusing on the history of banking in Montreal.
A privately endowed foundation, DHC/ART is a permanent location for exciting and relevant temporary visual arts exhibitions and projects.