Montreal Science Centre and Notre Dame Basilica Private Tour

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5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 4 more

Explore the vibrant Old Port with a Licensed Guide and Skip-the-Line access to the Science Centre. Optional: private transport, Notre-Dame Basilica, and a walking tour of historic landmarks.

HIGHLIGHTS:
- Discover Montreal’s Old Port with a 5-Star Private Licensed Guide
- Skip the lines at the Montreal Science Centre with pre-booked tickets
- Admire Notre-Dame Basilica’s grand interiors (in 4-hour and 5-hour options)
- Walk past Place d’Youville, St. Paul Street & more (in 4-hour & 5-hour options)
- Enjoy private round-trip transport in comfort (in 3-hour and 5-hour options)

This private walking tour through Montreal’s Old Port blends world-class attractions with personalized storytelling. With Rosotravel, enjoy Skip-the-Line Tickets, a Licensed Guide, and curated routes filled with history, culture, and architecture.

Choose your perfect Montreal experience and uncover the city’s most captivating stories with us today!

What's Included

Skip-the-Line tickets to Notre-Dame Basilica (in 4-hour and 5-hour options only)
5-Star Licensed Guide fluent in your chosen language
Private round-trip transport (in 3-hour and 5-hour options only)
Skip-the-Line tickets to the Montreal Science Centre
- (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
Private Tour of the Montreal Science Centre, Notre-Dame Basilica, and more
Private round-trip transport (in 2-hour and 4-hour options)
Skip-the-Line tickets to Notre-Dame Basilica (in 2-hour and 3-hour options)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
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Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of Hotel Nelligan; 106 Saint-Paul St W, Montreal, Quebec H2Y 1Z3, Canada. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Montreal Science Centre

    A premier science museum known for its interactive, family-friendly exhibits on innovation, technology, physical sciences, and the cosmos. The experience includes hands-on stations, cutting-edge tech demonstrations, an IMAX theater, and architectural insights into its modern waterfront design.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Old Port of Montreal

    A picturesque walking area along the water featuring cobblestone paths, historic warehouses, and maritime landmarks. Visitors can stroll along the vibrant boardwalk, observe restored 19th-century architecture, and enjoy open-air scenic views of the urban waterfront.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    St. Lawrence River

    Panoramic views over one of North America's major historical waterways. Experience the riverfront atmosphere, watch passing boats and ships, and learn about the river's critical role in Montreal’s transformation from a 17th-century fur-trading post to a major international hub.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal

    One of Montreal's most iconic architectural treasures. The interior experience features dramatic Gothic Revival architecture, deep blue vaulted ceilings speckled with golden stars, intricate hand-carved woodwork, a massive 7,000-pipe Casavant organ, and brilliant stained-glass windows that depict local Montreal history rather than traditional biblical scenes.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    A contemporary art and cultural hub housed in a meticulously restored historic building. Visitors experience a fusion of Old World architecture and modern innovation, featuring cutting-edge installations, virtual reality (VR) art exhibits, sound experiences, and multimedia displays.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Montreal Museum of Archaeology and History

    An exterior stop highlighting the birthplace of Montreal. The viewing experience focuses on the striking contrast between modern glass architecture and historic stone structures, sitting directly over centuries-old archaeological ruins.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 7

    A tranquil public square commemorating the Great Peace of Montreal signed in 1701 between New France and 39 First Nations. The experience offers a peaceful, reflective moment to learn about local diplomatic history amidst historic surroundings.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8

    One of the oldest public squares in Montreal, rich in colonial atmosphere. Surrounded by historical stone structures, visitors can stand on the site of early trade, market gatherings, and community life in New France.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 9

    Montreal's oldest street, paved with classic cobblestones and lined with boutique shops, art galleries, lively bistros, and stone buildings dating back to the 17th and 18th centuries. The experience delivers a classic European-style stroll through the heart of the historic district.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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