Site historique Marguerite-Bourgeoys et Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours

A beautiful church and must visit site in the old Montreal. Over the past 20 years, I have been in Montreal 3 times. Each time, I had myself wondered here and gazed around it, close and afar, drinking in its heavenly and earthy charm.

Beautiful church. Usually costs money to go up to observation level but they let us up for free. Neat history to read about.

I liked the chapel but my rating goes to the museum related to Marguerite Bourgeoys's museum! What an amazing woman! Very sightful and thoughtful person even for today's world and time. It's ongoing research there to know more about the foundation of the place which was accidentally caused the excavation of indigenous fingerprints. Hopefully they have enough resources and supports to expand their work.

Montreal's oldest active historical structure is also an absolutely amazing window into the past, and provides spectacular views of the city.
The "Sailors Church, " is dedicated to seafarers, as seen by the little ships hanging in the chapel, and that connection to the water is at its heart. The chapel itself is pretty, with some beautiful statuary, but it's the Marguerite Bourgeoys Museum that gives true value to this destination. For a small fee you will learn about Canada's first female saint through some fascinating displays, and even better than that you get access to the bell tower where you can step outside to see breathtaking views of Old Montreal and the St Lawrence River.
The crypt underneath the chapel provides more history to enjoy, and you can even access the active archaeological site under the church!
The staff at the museum were amazing as well, and the tour of the dig site was fantastic.
Easily the best $14 I spent in Montreal, and a stop highly recommended for all visitors!

Petite chapelle au bord de l’ancien port commercial de Montréal qui nous rappelle l’histoire de la ville. Elle protégeait les marins et des maquettes de bateaux sont suspendus dans La Chapelle qui est en visite libre et gratuite. Le musée, lui, est payant.

A chapel with rich history and lots to learn about Marguerite Bourgeoy's legacy.there is an attached museum inside to explore further which you need a ticket for but the main area is free to browse.don't forget to check out the side area as there is a lot of info on the history of this chapel and how it became the oldest chapel in Montreal.relish in the beauty of the stained glass windows as well!

Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel founded by Marguerite-Bourgeoys in 1655

Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours fondée par Marguerite-Bourgeoys en 1655

Beautiful and amazing chapel! A must visit Montreal's heritage gem. Lovely tour with friendly and knowledgeable guide. We can go up to the top of the tower and see the old port of Montreal. So worth it!

Free to visit historical place. It has very nice windows and you can see ships hanged on for lightning. This church sometimes called Sailor's Church as it is the first thing a sailor can see when he or she approaches to Montreal with his or her ship.

The oldest church of Montréal in old Montréal. Has a little museum to visit. Tour Guide are available. This a beautiful church.

Je suis passée devant par hasard, c'est une très belle découverte!
La vue depuis le Belvedere est superbe

A little church by the St. Lawrence River.
We couldn’t see inside the chapel as it was closed. The facade facing river is interesting.

A rather nice chapel dedicated to seafarers so there are ship models hanging from the ceiling. A walk up the tower is well worth the extra time and money.

On a été voir un show de musique à cette place et c'était vraiment bien! C'est petit, le son était bon! Et cette chapelle est remplie d'histoire! Ça vaut l'arrêt.

Très belle église qui a été construite sur le site de la première chapelle bâti en 1655
La chapelle avait brûlé en 1754 et L’église a été reconstruit en 1755 puis rénover une seconde fois en 1771
les fresques au plafond sont extraordinaires et les vitraux sont super beaux
il y a un musée à visiter ainsi que une grande escalier pour monter jusqu’en en haut prêt de la statue de Marie entre les deux anges au cout de neuf dollars
Le guide à l’entrée de l’église a été excessivement efficace et précis dans tous les détails et la dame à l’entrée du musée aussi.
Le musée nous explique en long et en large la vie de Marguerite Bourgeois née en 1620 et décédée le 12 janvier 1700.

En tout ce fut une excellente expérience de visite.

We went for a String Quartet concert of Halloween music. Everything was perfect. The music, the atmosphere, the acoustics! Absolutely recommend checking it out!

Lieu d'histoire très intéressant. Le musée se fait facilement et est très intéressant. La crypte et la chapelle sont belles et bien entretenues. Le belvédère offre une belle vue sur le vieux Montréal. Une question demeure. "Comment aujourd'hui peut-on oser être une Marguerite? "

Magnifique chapelle datant du 18e siècle. Nous y avons assisté à un concert classique d'un quatuor à cordes à la chandelle. Simplement magique!





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History of the Oldest Chapel in Montreal, Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours

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A Historical and Heritage gem

For over 350 years, the Chapel of Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours, a jewel of history and heritage, has made its way into the hearts of generations of visitors and pilgrims. As you step into the church, you will immediately notice the peaceful atmosphere and feel a palpable link to Montreal’s past.
This chapel, built in 1771, was constructed directly on top of the first stone chapel of Montreal whos foundations were recently uncovered. This first chapel was originally a site of pilgrimage. This is also the site where officers of the British regime considered setting up barracks to house the military. This was a silent witness to the faith of Montrealers who rebuilt a chapel when it seemed impossible

Very ancient and holy. City view from.the top.is.worth every penny. Well managed and nearly maintained

The Notre-dame of Montreal is a must visit for any tourist. We visited the Notre-Dame for the sound and light show. This is an amazing show and must watch.

Je suis impressionné! Si je n'avais pas été invité par ma fille, je ne crois pas que j'y aurais été et j'en ressort tres tres satisfait. Deux choses m'ont impressionnées particulièrement. 1- La visite des fouilles archéologiques et l'histoire de Montreal a travers cette visite 2- La vue en haut de la tour!
Je recommande

Beautiful old chapel that took my breath away the moment I stepped in. Incredible to believe this place is hundreds of years old as it's upkept so lovingly! Stunning architecture and truly humbling to think that a saint resides here.:) The gift shoppe located just off the actual chapel itself was also lovely to peruse and I left with a few new treasures after also seeing some of the artifacts on display in the hallway. I wish I had time to take a trip through the museum, but that will have to wait until I'm next in Montreal. Gorgeous chapel that's well worth the stop for history fans and pilgrims alike!

Beautiful church, no masses but can enter and just sit in prayer, very tranquil! Would love to come back soon!

The museum is small but well curated. My favourite part is the tower, where you can get a breathtaking view of st Laurent.

Ce lieu est génial. Il montre le génie et l'engagement des sœurs vis à vis de la population du Québec.

Tres belle exposition, super belle visite guidée du site archéologique sous la chapelle. Le personnel était très gentil et attentionné.

Very nice view from the tower. Really appreciated the different places available. Very beautiful and worth a visit!

Awesome place to visit! Tells you every bit of the history of this place! Awesome staff and very nice viewing deck!

Leur nouvelle exposition est très intéressante! La chapelle est magnifique, la vue du belvédère est à couper le souffle!

C'est une belle petite chapelle un lieux historique qui a gardé sa beauté intacte l'architecture des années 1700. De plus tout est d'une propreté impeccable. Le musée de Marguerite Bourgeoys est très intéressant de connaître la façon donc elle a aidé les filles du roi et surtout les marins. Cela nous permet de voir la façon que nos ancêtres travaillait pour construire notre ville de Montreal

The votive lights are model ships, hanging from a truly unique ceiling. The chapels history is well laid out in the attached museum and the view over the old port is quite extraordinary.

Very interesting as a Catholic I loved it. The history, spirituality, everything was so beautiful.

It was beautiful church. Nowadays it is only remains of the old one that burns. Once they rebuild it, it is going to be Paris landmark.

People that worked here were SO friendly and accommodating. My Mom and I got there very late in the day on Dec 27th and were rushing to take everything in. They stayed open late just for us. So much history and great exhibits to take in. We could have spent 2-3 hours. Merci beaucoup from Texas!

Incredible gem right in the heart of old Montréal. If you get a chance to see a concert inside do it! The acoustics are stunning and the painted organ is amazing. The painted ceilings alone are worth the trip.

Très beau musée qui nous ramène aux premières année de Ville Marie. Notre histoire mise en valeur de façon exceptionnelle, un lieux impressionnant à visiter absolument

Beautiful place. A must if you are in Montreal. They have mass service in the morning and at noon-ish.

Great museum! One of my favourites in Old Montreal. You can climb all the way up to get a great view AND can also see guided tours of an archeological dig below the building. It is also very fairly priced!

Belle église aménager pour les marin de le poque on i vois accrocher et suspendu navire de bois fessant offrande au marin de l’époque

Very welcoming and helpful of the staffs.
3 different zones of the tour, free Wi-Fi to download the introduction in English while touring. The crypt is historical and the tower has excellent views of old port, something you don't want to missed.

It was only $12 for this beautiful experience. The stairs to the top are very slim and winding and theres no rail. You must be a little adventures and determined. The result at the top is breathtaking and an awe moment to hold forever. The whole museum is stuffed with information and history.

Oldest cathedral in Montréal! The golden statue is clearly visible as you come down the street and the tomb inside is breathtaking. Well worth the free visit, and they offer a tour to the top tower as well for a charge

A very beautiful church in the old side of Montreal very close to the Old port. There is a museum here and you can enter for $7. They have an observatory deck all the way up. The church is beautiful inside. Very ancient style.

Very interesting museum, beautiful church and really gorgeous view of the Old Port of Montreal from a very unique balcony atop the church, overlooking de la Commune street.

Wow. What a stunning place to visit in Montreal! The inside holds so much beautiful talent and artwork. The shades of blue on the ceiling was just incredible. A must visit ️

Small chapel for sailors with boats hanging from the ceiling. Great frescoes on the ceiling and a nice European air. The access is through a cobblestone road. The stained glass is stunning. It has a museum and a tower with great views of the old port.

L'architecture riche de l'époque a été préservé dans toute sa splendeur. En y entrant j'ai été heureux de découvrir qu'ils avaient l'accès Internet gratuit et qu'en plus, ils vous faisaient cheminer à travers les époques dans une présentation auditive. La courtoisie sans borne de l'endroit amplifie le bonheur qu'on ressent en ces murs.

A nice little church by the St. Lawrence River. The facade facing the river does not do it justice as it looks rather run down. However, the front facade is interesting and the interior is well maintained. The stained glass looks impressive and the rest of the church is beautiful. We were short of time and did not really explore the rest of the area nor join the guided tour.

Something different and quiet away from the bustle of the street. Not what you expect from a museum in a church. There is no religious theme, nor icons, just a glimpse at the amazing life and times of a lady setting out to make a difference for others in this new land. The view and tranquility from the belfry is worth every penny. The crypt and discovered artifacts fascinating. The dolls house, incredible.

Beautiful. I gazed at the ceilings, it was nicely done. The church is smaller than the Notre Dame but it had such a warm vibe.

One of the things I loved about Quebec was how old things were. Fascinating. This was very interesting and worth the time.

Very nice and antique museum. The stuff are super friendly and knowledgeable. I liked it so much.

Here is gem - historic, beautiful church. The tower overlooking the Old Port, the archeological area, and Musee de Marguerite Bourgeoys.

Wow, such a beautiful Chapel! We were even lucky enough to stop by when a organist was playing. We love to see churches, chapels and cathedrals, and this was definitely one of the more beautiful ones we saw on our trip to Montreal.

Le musée Marguerite-Bourgeoys est très iconique du quartier du Vieux-Port de Montréal. La vue sur le vieux port est vraiment magnifique. Je trouve que c’est une expérience hors du temps que de visiter ce musée. Il me semble que le prix du billet d’entrée est de 12 $ pour un adulte.

A lovely discovery when I visited la Chapelle. Marguerite was a remarkable person - oh, to talk with her now. The view, the archaeology, the stories.

Nice history.
See the place on the left? It is the hotel where Ben Franklin met with the French to get to help fight the British during our fight for Independence. He met with them multiple times.

Très belle chapelle historique, belle restauration, très beau musée nous ramenant au début de l'histoire de Montréal. Une visite à ne pas manquer

Beautiful church and museum attached. Church felt sacred and holy, which can be challenging in the midst of tourism. Museum was well organized and the tower worth climbing to see the view and the Angels!

Beautiful chapel, great crypt, interesting museum. They have a free audio guide in the chapel that uses your own phone! They have more in the museum.