Pied-du-Courant Prison, Montreal

Name: Pied-du-Courant Prison
Address: 903 De Lorimier Avenue, Montreal, H2K 3V9, Canada

#72 among attractions in Montreal

Monuments and statues, Specialty museum, Museum

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Facts and practical information

The Pied-du-Courant Prison is a prison museum in Montreal, Quebec, Canada near the Saint Lawrence River and the Jacques-Cartier Bridge. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1835 (189 years ago)Closed: 1912Coordinates: 45°31'24"N, 73°32'46"W

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903 De Lorimier AvenueVille-Marie District (Sainte-Marie)Montreal H2K 3V9 Canada

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Day trips

Pied-du-Courant Prison – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: La Ronde, Stereo, Montreal Biosphère, Vampire.

0.4 miE
Six Flags amusement park with fireworks
La Ronde, Montreal
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0.8 miSW
Dancing, Nightlife
Stereo, Montreal
20 min walk • Stereo Nightclub is an emblematic venue nestled in the heart of Montreal, Canada, renowned for its exceptional sound system and vibrant dance scene. Established in 1998 by DJ and promoter Angel Moraes, the club has forged a reputation as a sanctuary for electronic...
0.9 miSE
Eco-related exhibits in a geodesic dome
Montreal Biosphère, Montreal
25 min walk • The Montreal Biosphère is an iconic environmental museum located in the city of Montreal, Canada. Situated on Saint Helen's Island in the former pavilion of the United States for the 1967 World Expo, this geodesic dome has become a distinctive feature of Montreal's...
~1980 ftE
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Vampire, Montreal
10 min walk • Vampire is one of the most thrilling attractions located in the La Ronde amusement park in Montreal, Canada. This captivating roller coaster is a must-visit for all adrenaline seekers traveling to the city.
0.5 miNE
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Goliath, Montreal
14 min walk • Goliath is a towering presence in Montreal, Canada, offering thrill-seekers an unforgettable amusement ride experience. Located within the La Ronde amusement park, this colossal roller coaster stands as a testament to modern engineering and a beacon of excitement for...
0.5 miE
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Ednör, Montreal
14 min walk • Ednör – L'Attaque is an exhilarating roller coaster nestled within the festive grounds of La Ronde, Montreal's premier amusement park. This steel coaster, known for its aquatic theme and adrenaline-pumping loops, stands as a thrilling attraction for both locals...
0.6 miE
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Aqua Twist, Montreal
16 min walk • Aqua Twist in Montreal, Canada, is a splash of excitement for locals and tourists alike seeking a refreshing amusement ride experience. This water-based attraction, located within the bustling La Ronde amusement park, invites guests to board circular rafts and engage...
0.7 miS
Historical harborfront clock tower
Montreal Clock Tower, Montreal
19 min walk • The Montreal Clock Tower, also known as the Sailor's Memorial Clock and Tour de l’Horlodge in French, is located in the borough of Ville-Marie and is situated in the Old Port of Montreal.
0.6 miE
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Le Monstre, Montreal
16 min walk • Le Monstre is a wooden roller coaster at La Ronde amusement park in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Le Monstre is the largest wooden roller coaster in Canada and is also the tallest two-track wooden roller coaster in the world.
0.9 miE
Steel-truss bridge with lots of traffic
Jacques Cartier Bridge, Montreal
24 min walk • The Jacques Cartier Bridge is a steel truss cantilever bridge crossing the Saint Lawrence River from Montreal Island, Montreal, Quebec, to the south shore at Longueuil, Quebec, Canada.
0.5 miSE
Museum, History museum, Military museum
Musée Stewart, Montreal
14 min walk • The Saint Helen Island Fort, a historic site on Saint Helen's Island in the city of Montreal, Quebec, was constructed in the early 1820s as an arsenal in the defensive chain of forts built to protect Canada from a threat of American invasion.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Pied-du-Courant Prison?

Nearby attractions include De Lorimier Avenue, Montreal (7 min walk), Centre-Sud, Montreal (7 min walk), Papineau Avenue, Montreal (8 min walk), Vampire, Montreal (10 min walk).

How to get to Pied-du-Courant Prison by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pied-du-Courant Prison:

Bus

De Lorimier / René-Lévesque • Lines: 150-O (3 min walk)
De Lorimier / Sainte-Catherine • Lines: 150-E (6 min walk)

Metro

Papineau • Lines: 1 (8 min walk)
Beaudry • Lines: 1 (15 min walk)

Train

Fort Edmonton (13 min walk)
Village (13 min walk)