Douane, Montreal
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Facts and practical information
The Old Custom House is a building in what is now Old Montreal, which served as Montreal's first custom house. The building was completed in 1836, designed by Montreal architect John Ostell in the Palladian revival style. It is a National Historic Site of Canada. It now houses the Pointe-à-Callière Museum's gift shop. ()
Completed: 1838 (186 years ago)Architectural style: Palladian architectureCoordinates: 45°29'59"N, 73°33'18"W
Day trips
Douane – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Montreal Science Centre, Pointe-à-Callière, Notre-Dame Basilica, Centre d'histoire de Montréal.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Douane?
Nearby attractions include Pioneers' Obelisk, Montreal (2 min walk), Place d'Youville, Montreal (2 min walk), Centre d'histoire de Montréal, Montreal (3 min walk), Cité du Multimédia, Montreal (4 min walk).
How to get to Douane by public transport?
The nearest stations to Douane:
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Metro
Train
Bus
- McGill / William • Lines: 35-O, 61-O, 75-N (2 min walk)
- Wellington / des Soeurs-Grises • Lines: 35-E, 61-E (2 min walk)
Metro
- Square-Victoria-OACI • Lines: 2 (11 min walk)
- Place d’Armes • Lines: 2 (13 min walk)
Train
- Montreal Central Station (15 min walk)
- Lucien-L'Allier (23 min walk)