Saint Joseph’s Oratory is a must see destination when in Montreal. It’s exterior dome is impressive as you walk up the hill toward it and the indoor architecture is uniquely modern and distinctly different from other Catholic churches I’ve visited over the years. I loved...More

I’ve been going to The oratory since I was a kid. And it’s always great to be back. The view is impeccable. There’s so many sites to go. So much activities to do with family and friends.

This church with a magnificient looking dome, looks impressive on the outside, whether from afar or at the bottom of the hill looking up. One would expect an equally awe inspiring interior similar to Basilique Notre-Dame-de-Montreal, but the starker, more modern looking interior was a...More

We walked to St. Joseph’s Oratory after hiking up and down Mont Royal. It was a crisp fall day, so the couple mile hike was worth it. I recommend purchasing a visitor’s guide when you get up to the church. The $2 cost is well...More

We visited here as one of our number is related to Brother Andre, the originator of the oratory. As the oratory is uphill from the street level, it is good to know that there is a continuous shuttle bus up and down the hill in...More

This is a huge church with many floors, the church itself being on the main floor. There are beautiful stained glass windows, some of which would be considered traditional, with a few that are modern. Additional floors contain a museum and history about Andrew, who...More

This place also offers a museum "feel" with it, making it a fantastic place to check out and find out about culture and record.