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World North America Canada Quebec Montreal Attractions St. Joseph's Oratory

St. Joseph's Oratory

Last updated on August 5, 2026
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Founded and built by Fr. André in the 1920's, The St.Joseph Oratory is a very popular Catholic pilgrimage site devoted to St. Joseph. It is located on the north-western side of Mount Royal. It has a small church/chapel at it's lowest floor, a museum at an higher floor and an impressive contemporary church at it's top floor that is topped by a large, recognizable from miles away, dome.

Many hundred thousands of pilgrims from all over the world visit the St. Joseph Oratory every year.

Quick Facts

  • Type: Building, Sacred Place, Historic Place, Church
  • Visitor access: Open to visitors
  • Admission: Free
  • Denomination: Roman Catholic

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Admission: Free · Basilica entry is free; donations welcomed

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