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Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (Musee des Beaux-Arts)

1380 Sherbrooke W, Montreal, Quebec H3G 1J5, Canada (Ville-Marie)
514-285-2000
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As featured in Montreal on a Budget and 1 other guide
Ranked #4 of 196 attractions in Montreal
Type: Art Museums
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: More than 3 hours
Owner description: One of Canada's most famous museums, this popular institution houses a wide collection of international contemporary and Canadian exhibits, and... more » Owner description: One of Canada's most famous museums, this popular institution houses a wide collection of international contemporary and Canadian exhibits, and straddles two buildings, the 1912 original and its 1991 across-the-street annex with underground galleries that connect the two sites. « less
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Vancouver, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

The full history of the Mayans which is fascinating. Beautiful artifacts. I was expecting the exhibit to be larger and more items to display. Nevertheless it was an informative experience.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

This museum occupies several floors in several buildings, and covers multiple forms of art and art periods. There were several pieces that are stunning. This is one of my favorite museums of the world.

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Northampton, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

Good selection of Art from the middle ages to modern. Highlight for me was "Return from the Inn" by Pieter Bruegel the Younger.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

This is a brilliant Art Gallery/Museum - just wish we'd had more time to fully do it justice! If ever we're in Montreal again we'll be back....

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

We loved the buildings, the decorative art exposition, the gift shop! And the best of all is that it was for free!

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Montreal, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

I went during the Peru and Chihuly exhibitions both of which were 20$ to see. With both these and the rest of the free areas you need more than a day to see everything even if you rush through a few of the less interesting sections.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

The current exhibition on Peru: Kingdoms of the Sun and Moon is comprehensive and well worth a visit. It highlights the sophistication and exquisite craftsmanship of the natives from pre-Spanish times to the 20th Century. There are beautiful pieces that have never been seen outside of Peru before. Since this is the only showing in Canada, I would suggest rushing... More

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Leeds UK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2013

What an excellent museum! The exhibition on Peru was a bonus. One of the best fine art museums I have been to for some time - and I've been to a lot.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

Museum has free admission to the permanent exhibitions. Plan to spend there at least half a day. You will enjoy the time spent there.

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Montreal, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

I went with my three years old son to the art workshop. He made a beautiful mask with collage. It was free and the instructor was very helpful. We also went on a guided tour to see the decorative objects exposition. The tour guide was very nice, patient and tried to include our interests in the visit. I recommend the... More

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