Things to do in Historic Old Montreal
Rue St. Paul:
Visitors can enjoy Montreal’s oldest street located in this district, where boutiques, galleries and other stores are situated in buildings dating back before 1850.
Place Jacques Cartier:
This delightful 19 th century square was once a vibrant marketplace, and is now considered one of the most popular destinations in Historic Old Montreal. The square is filled with cafes and specialty stores, where visitors and locals enjoy people watching from sidewalk chairs.
Rue de la Commune:
A unique promenade in the old district, where 19 th century buildings were constructed on stone walls that once surrounded the city.
Old Sulpician Seminary:
This is the oldest building in Montreal, having been constructed in 1685, even before the wooden palisade went up around the Ville Marie settlement for the first time.
Notre Dame Basilica:
This church is one of the most splendid examples of Gothic architecture and the first Catholic Church built in Montreal. The basilica was constructed between 1824 and 1829 and attracts millions of visitors annually who delight in its stunningly intricate woodwork, star spangled vault and the Sacred Heart Chapel situated behind the main chapel.
St. Jacques Street:
As the equivalent of New York’s Wall Street, many of Montreal’s financial institutions are situated in this location. The old buildings, with their stunning facades, are so well preserved that many film crews use this street as footage in films that portray New York City in older times.
Old Port:
This area of the Old Port was used for centuries by trappers and traders in the early days of the city, and it was only in 1830 that the area was officially ordained as the Port of Montreal. As trade and shipping became more intense, the port area of Montreal was moved eastwards and authorities decided to turn what was now named the Old Port into one of the city’s most attractive entertainment areas. Bars, cafes, skating rinks and even a science center make up this delightful location.
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