The Montreal Clock Tower, or Tour de l’Horloge in French, is located at the entry point to the Old Port. Construction of the tower was completed in 1922 and it was dedicated to the seamen who died in World War I. It’s quite a tall building with a clock at the top. It can be seen from a distance.

This tower was built in 1922 to honour sailors who were lost during World War I. It is 45-meter-tall and overlooks the bank of the St. Lawrence River. Clock Tower is a replica of Big Ben.

Those looking for views should visit the historic Clock Tower. Dating from 1919, this iconic structure is 45 meters high and performs double duty as a lighthouse. The Old Port of Montréal’s iconic Clock Tower celebrates its 100th year in 2022. Still a prominent feature of the city skyline, the Clock Tower continues to welcome visitors, watercraft, and tourists as they make their way along the Mighty St. Lawrence River. By the way, the Prince of Wales placed the foundation Stone in 1919 The Clock Tower was named a Classified Federal Heritage Building in 1996. In addition to commemorating the courage of the seamen of the Merchant Marine who perished in the First World War. Climb the 192 steps to the top, and you'll be rewarded with great views of the St. Lawrence River, Old Montreal, and the Jacques Cartier Bridge off in the distance. Admission is free. we were tired so we did not try this, there is a beach nearby (man-made, small beach).

The Clock Tower monument in remembrance of the sailors who lost their lives in WWI and WWII. We found a plaque at the Tower remembering first two Norwegian vessels with direct route from Europe to Chicago with immigrants and cargo which arrived in Montreal after two month on the sea in 1862/63. From there is great view to Jacques Cartier Bridge, theme park La Ronde on the St Helen's Island or St. Lawrence river with other bridges. Next to it is very pleasant park with plenty trees, which were in blossom, with picnic possibilities. The Clock Tower is part of Clock Tower Quay with a busy yachts marina. You can find there also sand beach with beach umbrellas.