Nelson's Column, Montreal

Name: Nelson's Column
Address: Montreal, Canada

#78 among attractions in Montreal

Memorial, Historical place

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Facts and practical information

Nelson's Column is a monument, designed by Scottish architect Robert Mitchell and erected in 1809 in Place Jacques-Cartier, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, which is dedicated to the memory of Admiral Horatio Nelson, following his death at the Battle of Trafalgar. Subsequent to the destruction of Nelson's Pillar in Dublin, Montreal's pillar now stands as the second-oldest "Nelson's Column" in the world, after the Nelson Monument in Glasgow. It is also the city's oldest monument and is the oldest war monument in Canada. ()

Alternative names: Height: 62 ftCoordinates: 45°30'30"N, 73°33'14"W

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Ville-Marie District (Vieux-Montréal)Montreal Canada

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Day trips

Nelson's Column – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Montreal Science Centre, Marché Bonsecours, Notre-Dame Basilica, Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel.

~1420 ftSE
Museum, Science museum
Montreal Science Centre, Montreal
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Montreal's Old Port, the Montreal Science Centre stands as a beacon of knowledge and exploration for visitors of all ages. This modern museum, dedicated to science and technology, is a hub for interactive exhibits and educational programs that...
~670 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Marché Bonsecours, Montreal
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Montreal's historic district, Marché Bonsecours stands as a proud testament to the city's rich heritage and its contemporary vibrancy. This architectural gem, which opened its doors in 1847, functioned for over a century as the city's main...
~1570 ftSW
Towering Gothic Revival church
Notre-Dame Basilica, Montreal
8 min walk • The Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal is a stunning embodiment of Gothic Revival architecture nestled in the historic district of Old Montreal. This church, dedicated to the Virgin Mary, stands not only as a place of worship but also as a cultural and artistic landmark...
~920 ftNE
18th-century worship site and saint's tomb
Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel, Montreal
5 min walk • Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel, often referred to as the "Sailor's Church," stands as a historical and spiritual landmark in the heart of Old Montreal, Canada. This church, with its origins dating back to the 17th century, is one of the city's oldest and was built in...
~220 ftN
Grand building housing mayor's office
City Hall, Montreal
2 min walk • Montreal's City Hall stands as an iconic landmark in the historic Old Montreal district. This stately building, inaugurated in 1878, serves as the seat of local government in Montreal, Canada. Reflecting the city's rich architectural heritage, City Hall is an exquisite...
~280 ftNE
History museum in former governors' home
Château Ramezay, Montreal
2 min walk • The Château Ramezay is a museum and historic building on Notre-Dame Street in Old Montreal, opposite Montreal City Hall in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
~1670 ftW
Park
Sun Yat-sen Park, Montreal
9 min walk • Sun Yat-sen, or Place Sun Yat-sen, is a park in Montreal's Chinatown, in Quebec, Canada. The space, named after Sun Yat-sen, hosts many cultural events and other festivals. It features a bust of Sun Yat-sen.
~1680 ftSW
Church
Saint-Sulpice Seminary, Montreal
9 min walk • The Saint-Sulpice Seminary is a building in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It is the second oldest structure in Montreal and was declared a National Historic Site of Canada in 1980.
~80 ftN
Square, Battlefield
Place Jacques-Cartier, Montreal
1 min walk • Place Jacques-Cartier is a square located in Old Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It is an entrance to the Old Port of Montreal.
~410 ftW
Historic grassy park for relaxation
Champ de Mars, Montreal
2 min walk • Champ de Mars is a public park in Old Montreal quarter of Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Formerly a military parade ground, the park had previously been traversed by Montreal's fortifications, which were demolished at the beginning of the 19th century.
~1510 ftSW
Monuments and statues
Maisonneuve Monument, Montreal
8 min walk • The Maisonneuve Monument is a monument by sculptor Louis-Philippe Hébert built in 1895 in Place d'Armes in Montreal.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Nelson's Column?

Nearby attractions include Place Jacques-Cartier, Montreal (1 min walk), City Hall, Montreal (2 min walk), Vauquelin Square, Montreal (2 min walk), Château Ramezay, Montreal (2 min walk).

How to get to Nelson's Column by public transport?

The nearest stations to Nelson's Column:

Bus

Saint-Antoine / de l'Hôtel-de-Ville • Lines: 129-N, 129-S (3 min walk)
Station Champ-de-Mars • Lines: 14-N, 14-S (3 min walk)

Metro

Champ-de-Mars • Lines: 2 (5 min walk)
Place d’Armes • Lines: 2 (9 min walk)

Train

Montreal Central Station (22 min walk)
Lucien-L'Allier (33 min walk)