Really nice looking church, no crowd so easy to get around and enjoy the interior's sculptures, and statues
Stop in and see the votive lamps shaped like ships. This is the oldest church in Montreal and offers free admission. Leave a donation to support upkeep. Located right next to Bon-Secours Market, you can easily pop in while walking around Old Montreal.
This is a fairly early church in Old Montreal that was the sailors' church. That's why you'll see model wooden ships hanging from the ceiling. The history of the church is fascinating, and there are miniature rooms on the second floor telling the story. The prize here is the climb to the bell tower. It's not too many steps (92) and it give a 360 degree view of Montreal featuring the old city and the river.
It’s a small chapel in the heart of old Montreal, the oldest church in town. It’s quiet and uplifting in a nostalgic touching way. It’s neither grand nor monumental, but very beautiful, particularly the ceiling over the sanctuary. The story of the first Canadian saint Marguerite Bourgeoys who the church is dedicated to, is really moving and meaningful. Her tomb in white marble is in the church.
You can climb to the top and the views of the port and the city on two different levels are breathtaking.
There is a small museum and a gift store. You have to pay for the climb which is totally worth it, but the chapel is free.
Very glad we stopped by, a lot of history here.
These are the two words that best describe this little chapel at the city's Old Port.
The inside is amazing. Look at the light fixtures dropping down from the ceiling and you will notice all of them are wood-sculpted fishing boats.
Wonderful area to stroll down Rue St. Paul as well.
