Pioneers' Obelisk, Montreal

Name: Pioneers' Obelisk
Address: Montreal, Canada

#546 among attractions in Montreal

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Facts and practical information

The Pioneers' Monument Obelisk is a monument in Old Montreal. ()

Alternative names: Height: 41 ftCoordinates: 45°30'3"N, 73°33'20"W

Address

Ville-Marie District (Vieux-Montréal)Montreal Canada

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Day trips

Pioneers' Obelisk – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Pointe-à-Callière, Notre-Dame Basilica, Centre d'histoire de Montréal, Saint-Sulpice Seminary.

~750 ftNE
Excavations and historic buildings
Pointe-à-Callière, Montreal
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Old Montreal, Pointe-à-Callière stands as a testament to Canada's rich historical tapestry. This premier archaeology and history museum was founded in 1992, coinciding with Montreal's 350th anniversary.
~1450 ftN
Towering Gothic Revival church
Notre-Dame Basilica, Montreal
7 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...
~150 ftN
Museum, History museum
Centre d'histoire de Montréal, Montreal
1 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Old Montreal, the Centre d'histoire de Montréal stands as a testament to the city's rich and diverse history. This museum, housed in a former fire station—a historical building in its own right—presents a deep dive into the past, offering...
~1250 ftN
Church
Saint-Sulpice Seminary, Montreal
7 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.
~1710 ftNE
Popular complex with shops and activities
Old Port of Montreal, Montreal
9 min walk • The Old Port of Montreal is the historic port of Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Located adjacent to Old Montreal, it stretches for over 2 km along the Saint Lawrence River. It was used as early as 1611, when French fur traders used it as a trading post.
~1160 ftS
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Fonderie Darling, Montreal
6 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.
~1700 ftNW
Park
Place Jean-Paul-Riopelle, Montreal
9 min walk • Place Jean-Paul-Riopelle is a public square located in the Quartier international of Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
~1520 ftN
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.
~390 ftS
Museum, Palladian architecture
Douane, Montreal
2 min walk • 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.
~1050 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Art gallery
Centaur Theatre, Montreal
6 min walk • The Centaur Theatre Company is a theatre company based in Montreal, Quebec. It was founded in 1969 by The Centaur Foundation for the Performing Arts with Maurice Podbrey as the Artistic and Executive Director, and Herb Auerbach as chairman of the board.
~1640 ftN
Romanesque architecture, Historical place, Architecture
New York Life Insurance Building, Montreal
8 min walk • Montreal's New York Life Insurance Building is an office building at Place d'Armes in what is now known as Old Montreal, erected in 1887-1889.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Pioneers' Obelisk?

Nearby attractions include Place d'Youville, Montreal (1 min walk), Centre d'histoire de Montréal, Montreal (1 min walk), Douane, Montreal (2 min walk), Pointe-à-Callière, Montreal (4 min walk).

How to get to Pioneers' Obelisk by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pioneers' Obelisk:

Bus

McGill / William • Lines: 35-O, 61-O, 75-N (2 min walk)
McGill / Le Moyne • Lines: 35-E, 61-E (3 min walk)

Metro

Square-Victoria-OACI • Lines: 2 (10 min walk)
Place d’Armes • Lines: 2 (11 min walk)

Train

Montreal Central Station (15 min walk)
Lucien-L'Allier (23 min walk)