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Bell Centre

Bell Centre
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© Gregory B. Gallagher, taken with the Olympus E-Volt digital camera - www.olympusamerica.com
Type of Site
Sports & Recreation, Entertainment Venues
Neighborhood
Downtown
Interests That Apply
Music, Sports & Recreation, Local Culture, Technology, Shopping, Architecture, Engineering
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Price: Free
It's free to visit the Centre, but game and event ticket prices vary greatly. Tour prices are approximately 5-10 Canadian dollars. See website for ticket and tour information.
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Water/Drinks: Available on site or nearby.
This is a good place to get: Snacks Dinner Lunch
Restrooms: Available
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Bell Centre

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State of the Art Facility


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Address: Phone:
1260 de la Gauchetière St W
(near Crescent)
Montreal, QC H3B 5E8
+1 514 989 2841 / +1 800 363 3723
Fax: +1 514 925 2135

Description

Located in the southern downtown area of Montreal, this new home for the Canadiens hockey club is a state-of-the-art facility that seats more than 21,000. Originally known as the Molson Centre, it is used not only for sports events but also for rock and pop concerts, various exhibitions and events. Visitors can tour its multi-functional amphitheatre and Hall of Fame, enjoy a drink in the Jacques Beauchamp Lounge and even get a chance to see the Canadiens' dressing room. The Canadiens' Souvenir Boutique sells everything in sportswear, posters, autographed sticks and other hockey-related accessories.


What you should know before visiting Bell Centre

Times & Dates

Open Hours: Hours vary
Notes: Game and event times vary. See website for game schedule. Tours run in French at 9:45am and 1:15 pm, daily. Tours in English run at 11:15am and 2:45, daily.
Visit Time: 30min-Half day(4hr)
Average Wait Time: 30-60min
Notes: Wait time can be determined by whether or not you have purchased tickets ahead of time for the specific event you are attending. There is no wait time to explore the building and the stores during appropriate hours.
Price: Free
Price Notes: It's free to visit the Centre, but game and event ticket prices vary greatly. Tour prices are approximately 5-10 Canadian dollars. See website for ticket and tour information.
Payment Types: VISA, MASTERCARD, AMEX

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: Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult
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 Subway Taxi Train Walking
Parking Availability: Yes


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Photo Credits:
© Gregory B. Gallagher, taken with the Olympus E-Volt digital camera - www.olympusamerica.com