Pointe-à-Callière Museum
Museum · Montreal

Pointe-à-Callière Museum

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The Pointe-à-Callière Museum preserves excavated remains of the city's first settlement. Exhibits trace Montreal's development from indigenous habitation through French and British periods. Look for the crypt and the multi-level underground displays.

On day 1 of Montreal and Quebec City in 3 Days

Good to know

Tickets
Check the official website for current prices.
Time needed
2 hours
Best time
Weekday mornings
Getting there
Place-d'Armes metro station, short walk

Itineraries with Pointe-à-Callière Museum

Day 1 of Montreal and Quebec City in 3 Days

Old Montreal

How Pointe-à-Callière Museum fits into a day.
  1. 9:30Notre-Dame Basilica of MontrealMontreal
  2. 11:00Pointe-à-Callière MuseumMontreal
  3. 14:00Old Port of MontrealMontreal
  4. 17:00Mount RoyalMontreal
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Pointe-à-Callière Museum questions

What is at the Pointe-à-Callière Museum?

The museum shows archaeological remains and exhibits on Montreal's history from its origins onward.

How long does a visit take?

Most visitors spend about two hours on site.

Where is the Pointe-à-Callière Museum?

It stands in Old Montreal near Place Royale and the St. Lawrence River.

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