Old Port of MontrealMontreal's Old Port (Vieux Port de Montreal) is actually fairly
new, having had a major face-lift to make it the most popular site
for visitors to the city, drawing five million of them each year to
throng the bustling wharves. In the 19th century the port of Québec
on the St Lawrence was one of the most important in the world, with
thousands of ships and sailors passing through. There are still
plenty of boats in evidence but nowadays they are mainly tour
boats, ferries and even amphibious buses, which offer sailings
along the St Lawrence or around the port. Ferries cross to the Parc
des Iles, site of the Expo 67 world's fair, which lies in the St
Lawrence and offers family outdoor activities like picnic
facilities, swimming, skating or skiing in winter. The Old Port
itself is a thriving arts and entertainment venue where something
is always happening. It also offers a huge open-air skating rink,
Imax cinema, and a Science and Technology Center with interactive
displays. The port
Address: 333 Rue de la Commune Ouest
Website: www.vieux.montreal.qc.ca
Telephone: (418) 648 3640
Transportation: Square-Victoria, Place d'Armes and Champ-de-Mars metro
stations are a short walk away
Opening Time: Interpretation Centre: open daily from 10am to 5pm (8
May to 3 September)
Admission: C$4 (adults), C$2 (children 6-16). Guided walks: C$8
(adults), C$7 (children 6-16) |
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