Combined Offer (Day & Night)
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Shining by day. Glowing by night.
Visit Duration (Day)
Approximately 1 hour
AURA Duration (Night)
40 to 45 min
The Notre-Dame Basilica of Montréal package allows you to discover this heritage gem in its entirety. By day, take part in a sightseeing visit to admire numerous artistic treasures such as the masterly stained glass windows and the Casavant organ. In the evening, immerse yourself in the AURA Experience, which lets you see the Basilica from a totally new angle.
Discover the history of an emblematic site
Daytime
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
Disclaimer
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.
Experience the Basilica in a new light
Evening
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.
Disclaimer
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.
Activities at Notre-Dame
Notre-Dame's Music O'Clock
Discover Notre-Dame’s musical series, Music O’Clock and reconnect with classical music or jazz. All proceeds go to the Restoration Project, a long term endeavor managed by the Notre-Dame Basilica of Montréal Foundation.
Feb 14, 2026
Saturday at 1 P.M.
For the Love of Music featuring Second Wind
Come celebrate Valentine’s Day at the Notre-Dame-du-Sacré-Cœur Chapel with Second Wind. Eight passionate instrumentalists invite you to share their love of chamber music in this place filled with history and contemplation. This musical journey through the Classical and Romantic eras, performed with heart and authenticity, offers a special opportunity to experience music in all its beauty.
Mar 14, 2026
Saturday at 1 P.M.
Baroque Brilliance featuring Twisted Pearl
In this concert specially designed for the Notre-Dame-du-Sacré-Cœur Chapel, we present a selection of Baroque works originally written for chapels, along with brand-new pieces composed by members of Twisted Pearl, which you will be among the very first to discover. The beauty of this music lies in its ability to embody emotions and bring them to life for both the performer and the listener.
Apr 11, 2026
Saturday at 1 P.M.
Jazz Mosaic featuring the Jonathan Ethier Trio
Under the direction of jazz guitarist Jonathan Ethier, the Jonathan Ethier Trio elegantly revisits great standards, swing, and Latin rhythms, while adding a modern touch to more recent pieces. The trio features Marcin Garbulinski on double bass and Éric Thibodeau on drums, forming a rhythm section that is both flexible and powerful. Together, they create a vibrant atmosphere where virtuosity and the joy of playing come together.
Sightseeing Visit
Shining by day.
Discover the history and heritage of an emblematic Montreal site, from the origins of the urban colony to today's imposing neo-Gothic church.
The AURA Experience by Moment Factory
Glowing by night.
By creating a visual and musical universe of captivating beauty and combining it with the timeless beauty of the Notre-Dame Basilica, Moment Factory has succeeded in creating a divinely unique masterpiece, in which the Basilica acts as both muse and canvas.
Combined Offer: Sightseeing Visit (daytime) + The AURA Experience (evening)
Shining by day. Glowing by night.
Enjoy the best of both worlds at a reduced price - a special package including a performance of The AURA Experience and a tour of the Basilica!
Starting from $45 for both activities.