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Centre d'Histoire de Montreal

Centre d'Histoire de Montreal
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Type of Site
Museums, Castles, Palaces, Historic Homes
Neighborhood
Central
Interests That Apply
Architecture, History, Photography, Local Culture
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Price: $0-$5
Admission to the museum is free for tour guides, taxi drivers, carriage drivers, journalists with press passes, those accompanying the handicapped, and more. See website for details.
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Water/Drinks: Available on site or nearby.
This is a good place to get: Snacks
Restrooms: Available
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Centre d'Histoire de Montreal

Place d'Youville

Interactive History Museum


Family Time

Address: Phone:
335 Place d'Youville
(in Old Montreal, near St-Sacrement)
Montreal, QC H2Y 3T1
+1 514 872 3207 (Information) / +1 514 872 0238 (Administration)
Fax: +1 514 872 9645

Description

Housed in a Queen Anne-style firehouse in Old Montreal, this interactive museum presents the history of Montreal from 1642 to the present day. There are eight exhibition halls, each presenting a different era in Montreal's history. Period furniture and objects, videos, slides, theatrical recreations and audio recordings are available. Guidebooks are available in both French and English.



Times & Dates

Open Hours: 10am-5pm, Tues-Sun
Notes: The Centre is closed from Dec 11-Jan 11.
Visit Time: 30min-2hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: $0-$5
Price Notes: Admission to the museum is free for tour guides, taxi drivers, carriage drivers, journalists with press passes, those accompanying the handicapped, and more. See website for details.
Discounts Available: Children under 6 (free!)

Exposure

Indoor with climate control.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Nearest Train or Bus: Place-d'Armes
Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car Bicycle Bus Subway Taxi Walking
Parking Availability: Yes


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