Place d'Armes is in the old town Montreal (Vieux-Montreal) The Square is surrounded with remarkable buildings – on one side is the majestic Notre-Dame Basilica; The fist skyscraper completed here was in 1888 and was only 8 stories high. The Aldred Building a perfect example of Art Deco architecture was built here in 1929 and in 1967 The National Bank of Canada Tower was built.

The monument in the center of the square was erected in 1895 and is dedicated to Paul Chomedey de Maisonneuve , the founder of Montréal. It was designed by Louis-Philippe Hébert and adorned with the bronze statue of Paul Chomedey.

Vieux-Montreal is a charming neighborhood with narrow cobblestoned streets. The streets are lined with little bistros, restaurants, cafes and fashionable boutiques. The 18th century buildings are well preserved. Vieux-Montreal is a popular tourist attraction and City Hall, Bonsecours Market, Notre-Dame Basilica and Vieux –Port are all at a walking distance.

Where is Place d'Armes: Vieux-Montreal

How to get to Place d'Armes: Subway Orange line to Place d’Armes station

Place d'Armes, Monument, Montreal

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