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BNP Tower & The Illuminated Crowd

BNP Tower & The Illuminated Crowd
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Type of Site
Buildings & Monuments
Neighborhood
Downtown
Interests That Apply
Art, Local Culture, Architecture, Engineering, Photography
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Price: Free
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Water/Drinks: Available on site or nearby.
This is a good place to get: Snacks Dinner Lunch Breakfast
Restrooms: Not Available
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BNP Tower & The Illuminated Crowd

La Foule Illuminee

Stunning Twin Towers


Off The Beaten Path Must See

Address:
1981 McGill College Ave
(near de Maisonneuve)
Montreal, QC H3A 2W7

Description

This striking all glass office tower is perhaps best known for the light-hearted sculpture at its base on McGill College Avenue: Raymond Mason's 'The Illuminated Crowd' is a life-size group of men, women and children looking amazed at something the passersby can only imagine. It is one of downtown's most visited attractions, a real touch of whimsy amidst the shadows of downtown. The building itself dates from 1983, when the broad avenue was remodelled in the spirit of Paris' Champs-Elysées.



Times & Dates

Open Hours: 24 hrs
Notes: You may pass by "The Illuminated Crowd" and the towers at any time.
Visit Time: 30min-1hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: Free

Exposure

Outdoor with little or no covering. Notes: There is plenty of inside cover nearby.

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: McGill
Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car Bicycle Bus Motorbike/Scooter Subway Taxi Walking
Notes: This site is located in the heart of downtown and is accessible via all forms of transportation.
Parking Availability: Yes
Notes: Unknown to visitors is the ability to park your car legally on the McGill University campus at very reasonable rates. Just go through the huge gates at the top of McGill College Street and you have just found the best parking deal in the downtown area. Do


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