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1000 de la Gauchetière

1000 de la Gauchetière
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Type of Site
Sports & Recreation, Buildings & Monuments, Shopping Areas & Stores
Neighborhood
Downtown
Interests That Apply
Sports & Recreation, Architecture, Engineering, Shopping, Local Culture
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Price: $0-$5
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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1000 de la Gauchetière

Le 1000

Award Winning Architecture


Family Time Off The Beaten Path

Address: Phone:
1000 de la Gauchetière St W
(near St-André)
Montreal, QC H3B 4W5
+1 514 395 1000
Fax: +1 514 395 1005

Description

One of the most striking buildings on the Montreal skyline, this high-rise office building is also well known for the many shops and services housed within its magnificent atrium. Walk through the Underground City and suddenly you will come across a skating rink, restaurants and an overall sense of warmth even in the depths of winter. A fitness centre is among the many other services at Le 1000, as it is known. Bell Canada Enterprises, the Royal Bank and Lucent Technologies are among the many high profile tenants.


What you should know before visiting 1000 de la Gauchetière

Times & Dates

Open Hours: 11:30am-9pm, Mon-Thurs; 11:30am-12am, Fri-Sat; 10:30am-9pm, Sun, (Thanksgiving-Easter); 11:30am-6pm, Tues-Fri; 10:30am-10pm, Sat; 10:30am-6pm, Sun, (Easter-Thanksgiving)
Notes: There are age restrictions after certain hours. Be sure to see the Atrium schedule on the website for exact times and age restricted hours.
Visit Time: 1hr-2hr
Best Time to Visit: It's best to visit in the afternoons.
Why Best: The afternoons are much less crowded.
Average Wait Time: 0-15min
Notes: Weekends and evenings are crowded, as are legal holidays. +There is a charge by the hour for entrance to this rink, and skates can be rented as well for a fee.
Price: $0-$5

Exposure

Indoor with climate control. Notes: Great place to go during inclement weather.

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: Children (4-8yrs), 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: Bonaventure
Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car Bicycle Bus Motorbike/Scooter Subway Taxi Train Walking
Notes: Le 1000 is centrally located near the Metro and bus, with easy access from downtown hotels and by taxi from outlying areas.
Parking Availability: Yes
Average Price per Hour: $0-$5
Notes: Access to the parking lot is via de la Cathédrale St and the lot is open at all hours, daily.


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