Sightseeing Visit & The AURA Experience

Every year, Montreal's Notre-Dame Basilica welcomes more than a million visitors from the four corners of the globe. Its heritage, neo-Gothic architecture, breathtaking décor and wide range of religious celebrations make it a must-see venue in Montreal.

From Céline Dion's wedding on December 17, 1994, to René Angélil's funeral on January 22, 2016, 22 years later, the Basilica remains a national landmark for many international celebrations.

Approximate duration: 1 hour

Both activities can be done on the same day, or spread over two different days. Each activity has its own QR code, which you will receive when you purchase your combined offer.

For the sightseeing visit, you may visit the Basilica at any time during normal opening hours (usually until 4 p.m., schedule subject to change) and return at the time indicated on your ticket for The AURA Experience if you wish to partake in both activities on the same day. 

AURA is an immersive experience created by Moment Factory. It allows visitors to discover an architectural jewel of Quebec's heritage in a new light, celebrating its exquisite beauty. Using state-of-the-art projectors and lasers, the Basilica's enclosure glows from floor to ceiling. The AURA experience accomplishes the unthinkable: bringing life and movement to a timeless place.

Approximate duration: Illuminate stations at your own pace from 15 to 20 minutes + show potion of 25 minutes for a total approximate duration of 40 to 45 minutes.

Both activities can be done on the same day, or spread over two different days. Each activity has its own QR code, which you will receive when you purchase your combined offer.

If you wish to see The AURA Experience on the same day as your sightseeing visit, please exit the Basilica at the scheduled closing time (usually 4:30 p.m, schedule subject to change) and return at the time indicated on your ticket for the evening showing.