Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica seen from above, its grey stone front and twin silver spires with the gilded Madonna between them, among Lower Town's roofs.

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Robert Linsdell from St. Andrews, Canada · CC BY 2.0 · Source

Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica

The Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica is the oldest and largest church in Ottawa and the seat of its Roman Catholic archbishop, on Sussex Drive opposite the National Gallery. Begun in 1841, it has twin spires with a gilded statue of the Madonna between them. Inside are carved wooden galleries, a vaulted blue ceiling and stained glass. It is a National Historic Site of Canada.

Good to know

Opening hours: Mon–Fri 09:00–18:00Sat–Sun 09:00–19:00
Price: Free entry

When to go

Today’s hoursAll weekHide week

Mon09:00–18:00

Tue09:00–18:00

Wed09:00–18:00

Thu09:00–18:00

Fri09:00–18:00

Sat09:00–19:00

Sun09:00–19:00

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Frequently asked questions

Is Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica free?

Yes. Entry to Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica is free.

What are the opening hours of Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica?

Opening hours: Mon–Fri 09:00–18:00 · Sat–Sun 09:00–19:00.

Free entry

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