Notre-Dame Basilica
6 expert reviews
“As visitors enter, eyes are drawn to the ensemble of white oak statues, part of the imposing reredos that stands out against the background's soft blue hues.”
– Michelin Guide
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Montréal's famous landmark, Notre-Dame Basilica, is a visually pleasing if slightly gaudy symphony of carved wood, paintings, gilded sculptures and stained-glass windows."
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Afar Magazine
"This is definitely the mother of all cathedrals in Montreal. It is so ornate and peaceful inside, you can’t help but be awed by its beauty. "
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Atlas Obscura
"A grand Gothic Revival basilica with stained glass depictions of Montreal's religious history has only one soul resting in its crypt. "
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Condé Nast Traveler
"The church features two soaring towers and stands as a dramatic example of the Gothic Revival style. Its grand interior is filled with hundreds of intricate wooden carvings and religious statues."
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U.S. News & World Report
7.0
"It is said that when architect James O'Donnell designed the Notre-Dame Basilica in 1824, he was so moved by the outcome that he himself converted to Catholicism."
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