Centre Bell
Centre Bell
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In season, take in a Montreal Canadiens hockey game at this arena.
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Neil W
Montreal, Canada86 contributions
Jan 2020
I am not going to comment regarding the Team that occupies the building most of the time because that would be unfair.
1) Good sightlines
2) VERY expensive food
3) Main washroom all the way down the stairs
4) Biggest gripe - the best thing about the old Forum was the promenade that went around the ground level in the building. That was the best experience you could have right at ice level. Of course it took away too many seats but what a joy it was as a kid to walk around and see from the ice level perspective.
And in the playoffs (which the Habs participated in virtually every year) management would put up nice banners all around the Forum.
Miss the old venue and where it was located. Miss the old team.
1) Good sightlines
2) VERY expensive food
3) Main washroom all the way down the stairs
4) Biggest gripe - the best thing about the old Forum was the promenade that went around the ground level in the building. That was the best experience you could have right at ice level. Of course it took away too many seats but what a joy it was as a kid to walk around and see from the ice level perspective.
And in the playoffs (which the Habs participated in virtually every year) management would put up nice banners all around the Forum.
Miss the old venue and where it was located. Miss the old team.
Written February 11, 2020
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Stirling B
Ottawa, Canada765 contributions
Jul 2022
I recently took a tour of the Bell Centre. You buy the ticket online and then meet at the Souvenir shop. The tout is approximately one hour and it takes in the nightlights of The arena. You get to see the press box, premium seating area, Canadiens Alumni lounge and finally the Canadiens locker room. The guide was well versed in the Bell Centre lore as well as the team itself.
Written July 24, 2022
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PavlaPavla
Chrudim, Czech Republic7,543 contributions
Jul 2023
Although I'm not a hockey fan, I really enjoyed the tour in this building. Our guide (an archeology teacher by profession) was absolutely amazing. His narration about everything related to the building of the Bell Centre and the hockey club was interesting, funny, sometimes truly fascinating. I was not bored at all when he told us about how much it costs to buy a VIP seat, how the arena can be converted into a stage for a concert, what hockey players have written in the dressing room and why, how hockey was played before and what it is like today...
A very interesting and at the same time funny piece of information for me was why the hockey game used to be played in two halves and now it is thirds. This is because there are two breaks during the match instead of one and the visitors spend more money on refreshments. Well, it's all about the money. :-)
We were in the arena itself, in the places for reporters, in the locker room of the hockey players and in the press center.
A very interesting and at the same time funny piece of information for me was why the hockey game used to be played in two halves and now it is thirds. This is because there are two breaks during the match instead of one and the visitors spend more money on refreshments. Well, it's all about the money. :-)
We were in the arena itself, in the places for reporters, in the locker room of the hockey players and in the press center.
Written July 30, 2023
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Dennis L
Toronto, Canada16 contributions
Dec 2019
All modern NHL arenas are more similar than different nowadays. The Bell Centre does provide good seating with unobstructed views of the ice, food/drink options (expensive, of course). Designed to get people in and out as quickly and efficiently as possible (same goes for the bathrooms!)
Written November 20, 2020
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Nikolai Grigoriev
Montreal, Canada171 contributions
Nov 2022
Attended Marc Antony's concern there. First, Bell Centre is the absolute representation of the greed. Any snacks are _criminally_ expensive. A can of beer is more expensive than a box of 12 cans at the store. There should be a limit...Next, the floor is probably never mopped so you risk losing your shoes because it is dirty and sticky. And, finally, when it comes to the sound...sorry, but quantity is not a replacement for the quality. It is impossible to see the voice, they blast the music and there is real risk or ear damage.
Written November 11, 2022
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Shelley F
Hamilton, Bermuda1 contribution
Aug 2023 • Couples
Do not go this venue if you have issues with walking or stairs!! We spent $2k+ for front row seats with dinner at MyThik resto and there was NO WAY to get to the resto - after going through THREE checkpoints - without walking down 3 flights of stairs. I saw at least 20 other people struggling to get up and down those stairs! Asked 5 different employees about getting to the resto and only one was able to confirm that there really was no ramp or elevator or escalator.
Written August 15, 2023
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CMC
Herne Bay, United Kingdom1,049 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
Came here for the World Figure Skating Championships in March, and while the event itself was great, the experience in the arena was poor. The quality of the food there was terrible, the positioning of stalls selling things opposite where food was sold was stupid, creating bottle necks of people passing by. And to top it off, as the food and coffee was so so bad we went out of the arena to get something better, and even though we were advised we could bring the drinks back in, when we tried we were made to throw it away. They even made us throw away the candy which we bought inside the arena! We should have just smuggled everything in, I don't think they would have seen. Maybe when the hocky is on there is better choices.
Written June 19, 2024
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helenandpaul13
Worcester, UK1,676 contributions
Apr 2024 • Family
Went here to watch the Ice Hockey while I was in Montreal with my wife and daughter. Had difficulty accessing the venue because I couldn't get access to my tickets on Ticketmaster, but once this was resolved we had a great evening at the Ice Hockey. It seems that we paid for much better seats in the lower sections but the view was great and the evening was wonderful. The Canadians really know how to put on a show, but then this is their national sport. Excellent.
Written April 15, 2024
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Martin L
Montreal, Canada5 contributions
Oct 2019
The atmosphere in this building is insane! The fans are so loud and are very engaged in the game! Luckily, the Canadiens won when I attended the game (5-2). I sat in the 100 level seats and I was able to find last minute tickets with ease (via StubHub). Food and drinks are quite expensive but, that is expected like any other arena. Definitely recommend attending a Canadiens game when you’re in town.
Written January 22, 2020
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Ryley
New York City, NY15 contributions
Dec 2020
The Bell Centre is the best Aréna in the NHL. The fans are loud and passionate and it gives you chills hearing the “Go Habs Go” chant or the famous goal horn. The place is nice, good views, can be a little condensed at times. Food is pretty good quality and fairly easy walking out .
Written December 11, 2020
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Wondering what the temperature is like in the arena during a concert?
Written September 21, 2023
Hi I am going to see Andre Rieu and wanted to know what is the appropriate dress code for this venue. is it open air arena?
Thank you
Written September 13, 2023
Hi, this is an enclosed arena, usually used for hockey games so you wont be exposed to the elements.
As for dress code, you wont be cold inside ( depending when the concert is) so wear whatever you like!
Written September 14, 2023
Are fans allowed to watch warmups against the glass if they have seats in another area of the arena? I heard that they don't allow fans to do that at the Bell Centre, which is weird because it's allowed everywhere else with no more Covid restrictions.
Written November 4, 2022
Bonjour, nous avons acheté des billets pour un match des canadiens de Montréal pas très bien placé.... savez vous s’il est possible de changer de place (se rapprocher) pour se mettre sur des places vide après le début du match??
Ou faut-il impérativement rester à la place numérotée sur le billet?
Merci
Written October 20, 2021
Does the venue allow patrons to camp outside of the venue for any number of days before an event?
Written December 31, 2020
Does the Bell Centre have WiFi? I don't want to add an International plan to my phone, but would like to be able to be in touch during the week we are at World Skating.
Written March 11, 2020
Gary C
Cobourg, Canada
Can you take a Metro from Dorval Station to the Bell Centre
Written February 3, 2020
you must take express bus to Lionel-groux metro station from Dorval circle 20min to 25min max and about 15 min metro ride 4station to get to bell centre hope it helps...
Written February 5, 2020
I was gifted tickets to April 2 Elton John concert, sitting in section 210. However, I have a mobility issue and use an electric scooter. I looked through the Bell Center's site, but couldn't find any information on accessibility. Any suggestions on which would be the best entrance door and whether my scooter will be acceptable? Any advice will be greatly appreciated!
Written December 26, 2019
I would suggest the entrance next to the ticket office at the bottom of Rue Drummond opposite the Provigo Supermarket.
There are several entrance doors here with staff in attendance.
Written December 29, 2019
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