Sir George-Étienne Cartier National Historic Site: A Glimpse into Canada's Past
Discover the life and legacy of a Father of Confederation at this beautifully preserved Victorian home in Old Montreal.
Explore the meticulously restored 19th-century Montreal home of Sir George-Étienne Cartier, a pivotal figure in Canadian Confederation. The site offers a captivating journey into the life and times of an influential Father of Confederation, showcasing Victorian architecture and upper-middle-class life in the 1860s.
A brief summary to Sir George-Étienne Cartier National Historic Site
- 458 Notre-Dame St. East, Montreal, Ville-Marie, Quebec, H2Y 1C8, CA
- +1514-283-2282
- Visit website
Local tips
- Check the Parks Canada website for seasonal hours of operation and special events before your visit.
- Take advantage of the free admission for youth 17 and under to make it a family outing.
- Explore the surrounding Old Montreal area, including nearby attractions like the Château Ramezay Museum and Notre Dame de Bonsecours Chapel.
- Consider visiting during the week to avoid larger crowds and enjoy a more intimate experience.
Getting There
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Public Transport
The Sir George-Étienne Cartier National Historic Site is easily accessible by public transport. Take the Metro's Orange Line to Champ-de-Mars station. Exit the station and walk south through the pedestrian tunnel, then head up Gosford Street to Notre-Dame Street. Turn left (east) on Notre-Dame; the site is at the corner of Berri Street. A single Metro fare is approximately $3.50.
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Walking
From Montreal City Hall, walk east on Notre-Dame Street for approximately 5 minutes. The Sir George-Étienne Cartier National Historic Site will be on your right, at the corner of Notre-Dame and Berri streets. This is a pleasant and straightforward walk through the historic district.
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Car
The Sir George-Étienne Cartier National Historic Site is located at 458 Notre-Dame Street East. Note that the site has no on-site parking. Street parking is available on adjacent streets, but it can be limited. Paid parking is available in the City of Montreal parking lot on Saint Hubert Street, south of Saint Antoine Street. Hourly parking rates in the area typically range from $3 to $5.
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