The Basilica is beautiful and can probably really be appreciated during the day because the outside lighting should illuminate the inside. There is an admission fee for the day time, which is $5 per person, and the light show is $10 per person. Unfortunately, we attended the light show the night before we left, and never imagined it would be a disappointment.

We found the light show disappointing for a couple of reasons. First, they don't let you take photos during the show -- only after the show, they allow you to walk around and take photos for less then 15 minutes, and then they kick you out. Second, the lighting was incredibly dim, so if you don't have a professional SLR camera, with a massive flash, you will not get good photos.

Who knows when we'll return to Montreal, but if we do, we are looking forward to seeing the Basilica in its full splendor during the day!

We went to hear a free organ concert on a Sunday night. This is a very beautiful baslica. The altar sculptures, art, and stained glass were extremely elaborate and stunning. None of the photos do it justice.

The organ performance was another story - not good at all. The organist needs to practice many more years before he can play in front of an audience.

One of the most stunning churches I have ever seen! Truly well worth the $5 admission price. A definite must see and the light show at night has also been well reviewed (although we never got the chance to attend). Beautiful colors, windows and art, it is truly one of the most spectacular sights in Montreal!

La Basilique Notre Dame de Montreal is not the oldest church in Montreal. The current church on this site was built in the 1800s. It is the oldest parish however started in the 1600s