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AURA experience at Notre-Dame Basilica and guided cruise

48 Reviews 4.23 out of 5 stars Based on 48 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | Montreal, Canada
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Overview

With this combined ticket, valid for two of Montreal’s most emblematic attractions, you will enjoy a guided cruise of 1:30 on the St. Lawrence River, ideal for discovering the city from a unique angle, between heritage, urban landscapes and natural panoramas.

You will then end your day with an unforgettable visual and musical immersion with the AURA experience, a captivating sound and light show presented inside Notre Dame Basilica.

Tickets for AURA are undated and can be used at any time during the 2025 season, without prior reservation, subject to availability.
We recommend that you consult the performance schedules before your visit.

What's Included

  • Admission to the Aura Experience
  • Taxes
  • 1h30 guided cruise
  • Food&drink
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200 Rue de la Commune Ouest
Montréal, QC H2Y 4B2, Canada

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Croisières AML Montréal Billetterie

During a cruise lasting 1h30, embark from the Old Port and enjoy a breathtaking view of the city center. Our professional guide will teach you more about the history of the city of Montreal, its key figures and its maritime heritage.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Notre-Dame Basilica

The AURA experience immerses you in a captivating visual and musical universe, projected onto one of the most sublime canvases imaginable: the neo-Gothic architecture of the Notre-Dame Basilica in Montreal.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Rating that the temperature on the water can get cooler than on land, recommended to dress accordingly
  • Upon arrival at the Cruises AML Montreal ticket office, you'll be given a voucher for the AURA Experience
  • AURA Experience tickets are valid throughout 2026, according to their timetable. No prior reservation is required for AURA.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the AURA experience at Notre-Dame Basilica and guided cruise?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the AURA experience at Notre-Dame Basilica and guided cruise?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Admission to the Aura Experience.
  • Taxes.
  • 1h30 guided cruise.
The following is NOT included:
  • food&drink.
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

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Accessibility information for the AURA experience at Notre-Dame Basilica and guided cruise is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for AURA experience at Notre-Dame Basilica and guided cruise will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Admission to the Aura Experience
  • Taxes
  • 1h30 guided cruise
  • Food&drink

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Please present yourself 30 minutes before the departure in front of the Croisieres AML ticket office on the dock; to pick up your physical ticket (required for boarding).
  • Cruises operate rain or shine unless weather conditions pose a safety risk to passengers
  • For the cruise: The time slot you book is for the guided cruise. Live commentary is offered in English and French. Audio guides are available in: French, English, Italian, Spanish, German, Mandarin, Japanese and Korean
  • Rating that the temperature on the water can get cooler than on land, recommended to dress accordingly
  • Upon arrival at the Cruises AML Montreal ticket office, you'll be given a voucher for the AURA Experience
  • AURA Experience tickets are valid throughout 2026, according to their timetable. No prior reservation is required for AURA.
  • Keep in mind that the AURA Experience is not guided
  • For personal expenses, only credit card payments are accepted on board (cash not available)
  • Operated by a business

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