Montreal Planetarium, Montreal

Name: Montreal Planetarium
Address: 1000 rue Saint-Jacques Ouest, Montreal, Canada

#112 among attractions in Montreal

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Facts and practical information

The Montreal Planetarium is a decommissioned public planetarium located at Chaboillez Square just South-East of downtown Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It closed permanently in October 2011. A new facility, The Rio Tinto Alcan Planetarium, near Olympic Stadium in Montreal, opened in April 2013. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1 April 1966 (58 years ago)Coordinates: 45°29'46"N, 73°33'50"W

Address

1000 rue Saint-Jacques OuestVille-Marie District (Vieux-Montréal)Montreal Canada

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Day trips

Montreal Planetarium – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bell Centre, Time Supper Club, Mary, Dorchester Square.

~1350 ftW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Bell Centre, Montreal
7 min walk • The Bell Centre stands as a beacon of sports and entertainment in the heart of Montreal, Canada. This modern arena, inaugurated on March 16, 1996, is primarily known as the home of the National Hockey League's Montreal Canadiens, one of the most storied and celebrated...
~410 ftN
Dancing, Nightlife, Art Deco architecture
Time Supper Club, Montreal
2 min walk • Time Supper Club is an upscale nightlife destination located in the heart of Montreal, Canada. Known for its luxurious ambiance and exclusive events, this venue has become a staple in Montreal's social scene since its establishment.
~1620 ftNW
Grand church dating to the 19th century
Mary, Montreal
8 min walk • Nestled within the vibrant city of Montreal, Canada, stands the serene and historic site known as Mary, Queen of the World Cathedral (Cathédrale Marie-Reine-du-Monde). A splendid example of religious architecture, this grand church is a scaled-down replica of St.
0.4 miNW
Large urban park with monuments
Dorchester Square, Montreal
11 min walk • Dorchester Square, nestled in the heart of Montreal, Canada, stands as an oasis of tranquility amidst the bustling cityscape. This verdant park, known for its historical significance and serene atmosphere, offers a respite to both locals and tourists alike.
~1160 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre, Hotel
Place Bonaventure, Montreal
6 min walk • Place Bonaventure is an office, exhibition, and hotel complex in Downtown Montreal, Quebec, Canada, adjacent to the city's Central Station.
~1740 ftNW
Monuments and statues
Macdonald Monument, Montreal
9 min walk • The Macdonald Monument is a monument to John A. Macdonald, first Prime Minister of Canada, by sculptor George Edward Wade, located at Place du Canada in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
~1830 ftNW
Monuments and statues, Neo-renaissance architecture
Ignace Bourget Monument, Montreal
9 min walk • The Ignace Bourget Monument is a monument of Louis-Philippe Hébert located in front of Montreal's Mary, Queen of the World Cathedral, in Quebec, Canada.
~1550 ftNW
Park, Bike trail, Outdoor activities
Place du Canada, Montreal
8 min walk • Place du Canada is a large urban square in downtown Montreal.
~1960 ftE
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Fonderie Darling, Montreal
10 min walk • Fonderie Darling is a contemporary art complex located in the Cité du Multimédia district of Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Located in a former foundry, the complex consists of an art gallery and artists studios.
0.4 miNW
Memorial, Monuments and statues, Sculpture
Boer War Memorial, Montreal
11 min walk • The Boer War Memorial is a monument to the heroes of the Boer War. It is located at Dorchester Square in downtown Montreal, in Quebec, Canada.
~1520 ftW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
St. George's Anglican Church, Montreal
8 min walk • St. George's Anglican Church is a heritage church located in the city's downtown core of Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The church is on Stanley Street on the corner of De la Gauchetière Street, although it also faces Peel Street and is opposite Place du Canada.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Montreal Planetarium?

Nearby attractions include Chaboillez Square, Montreal (2 min walk), Deloitte Tower, Montreal (5 min walk), Windsor Station, Montreal (6 min walk), Place Bonaventure, Montreal (6 min walk).

How to get to Montreal Planetarium by public transport?

The nearest stations to Montreal Planetarium:

Bus

École de technologie supérieure • Lines: 107-S (2 min walk)
Peel / Saint-Jacques • Lines: 107-N, 107-S, 74-N, 75-N (2 min walk)

Metro

Bonaventure • Lines: 2 (6 min walk)
Lucien L'Allier • Lines: 2 (9 min walk)

Train

Montreal Central Station (9 min walk)
Lucien-L'Allier (10 min walk)