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Downtown Montreal
Downtown Montreal is the central business district of Montreal and houses the large majority of the city’s skyscrapers.
Above, view of Downtown Montreal and Rue Sainte-Catherine from my room at Hôtel des Gouverneurs.
Clock Tower
The Clock Tower (Tour de l’Horloge) is a landmark of the Old Port of Montreal. It was built as a memorial to the Canadian sailors who died in the First World War. Inside, there are stairs that lead to the top and a good view on the Saint-Lawrence river and the Old Port.
Old Port of Montreal
The Old Port of Montreal (Vieux-Port de Montréal) is the historic port of Montreal, located along the Saint-Lawrence river. It no longer has any industrial activities and is now a recreational area, with many activities like the Montréal Science Centre, the Clock Tower (and its beach), a skating rink or a ferris wheel (coming soon).
Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal
Notre-Dame Basilica is a catholic church in the historic district of Old Montreal. On its completion in the mid-19th century, the church was the largest in North America.
Au Sommet Place Ville-Marie
Au Sommet Place Ville-Marie is an observation deck located on the 46th floor of the Place Ville-Marie skyscraper in Downtown Montreal. At 185m, it is the highest observatory in the city. The main deck is fully enclosed with glass but the 44th floor has an outdoor terrace.
Montréal & Québec
Quai d'Orsay (French Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
After the Hôtel de Noirmoutier, I headed to the Quai d’Orsay, where the headquarters of the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs are located.
Above, the official entrance during the visit of a head of state.