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Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours Chapel (Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours)

400 St-Paul St. E. | (Near St-Denis), Montreal, Quebec H2Y 1H4, Canada (Ville-Marie)
514-282-8670, 514-845-9991
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Ranked #9 of 193 attractions in Montreal
Type: Religious Sites, Museums
Owner description: Called the Sailors' Church because of the wooden ship models that hang from its ceiling, this church was originally designed by Marguerite Bougeoys,... more » Owner description: Called the Sailors' Church because of the wooden ship models that hang from its ceiling, this church was originally designed by Marguerite Bougeoys, one of Montreal's first teachers. « less
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Coquitlam, Canada
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27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

This was a charming little church just past the Bonsecours Market. We thought the ceiling was pretty and liked how there were ships suspended from the ceiling. There is a museum in the back for those interested in more details.

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Salem, MA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

The place consists of the chapel, which can be entered for free, and the museum, which costs $10.00C. The chapel was originally built by Marguerite Bourgeoys, who was later canonized. The most interesting exhibit is a series of 58 doll houses that tell the story of her life, which was created during the 50s and 60s by sisters of her... More

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Edmonton
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

We just kind of stumbled across this and it is charming. It is worth the visit just for the view from the tower. There are 69 steps to climb so its not for the faint of heart. I decided not to go to the cript as it was more stairs. It was only when the lady asked me had I... More

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Niagara Falls, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

I can only imagine what ceromony would be like in this church. The organ was being played when we were there what a sound!

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Brookfield, Connecticut
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

Wonderful history in a magnificant Chapel. Safe, peaceful, beautiful, tucked in Old Montreal. Lovely paintings.

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Ontario
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25 attraction reviews
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36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

My husband and I were walking around Old Montreal and had passed by this Chapel. Very nice and clean on the inside; not comparable to the Notre Dame, but still very nice. Free to see! Lots of history to learn. Definitely worth seeing if you're passing by.

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morin-heights
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

This place is fabulous. This is one of are best catholique bulding in Montréal. For a visit or for a mariage, you will mouth shut looking at the deseign. It's a stop to do. Don't miss it !

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Winnipeg, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

great church a must see when in Montreal History and beauty, need more review so I will see it is beautiful again

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Milton, Florida
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2013

Take the time to visit the church and the museum. It is well worth it for the history. Go to the top of the tower for the view all over the city. There are lots of steps and unfortunately on the day we were there the elevator was not working. It is not expensive and the museum is great.

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Westmount, QC
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2013

My favourite church in Montreal. Originally called the sailor's church as the story goes many sailors and their families prayed at this church for their safe return. Don't miss visiting it when you are in Montreal.

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