Olympic Stadium

Olympic Stadium is one of Montreal’s most iconic landmarks and it’s worth seeing at least once, especially if you like architecture, Olympic history, or big-city photo spots. The outside views are impressive (the “Big O” shape and the leaning tower are instantly recognizable), and the whole Olympic Park area feels like a major piece of Montreal history. Important: manage expectations right now. The Montreal Tower/observatory is closed for a major renovation and is not expected to reopen to visitors until spring 2027. The stadium itself is also in a long roof-replacement project, so parts of the experience can be limited compared to what you might remember from past years. If you’re going mainly for tours or viewpoints, it’s smart to check what’s actually open on your visit date before you make a special trip. Even with construction, it can still be a great stop if you treat it as an “exterior landmark + surrounding attractions” visit. The location is excellent for pairing with nearby spots like the Biodôme and the Botanical Garden area, and it’s easy to reach by Metro (Pie-IX or Viau) so you don’t have to deal with downtown driving. What to expect on site: * Big, open, concrete-heavy Olympic Park setting with lots of walking * Great photo angles from different sides of the stadium and along the esplanades * Paid parking is available if you drive, but it can feel busy during events or peak times * Because it’s a large complex, weather matters (wind/cold/heat can make the outdoor part feel long) Overall, this is a must-see Montreal landmark, but right now it’s best as a quick stop to appreciate the architecture and history, plus a base for the nearby attractions—rather than a full “tower view + stadium tour” experience.

Great location for all kinds of family and adult activities from the gym and Olympic pool, to the botanical gardens across the stress or the Biodôme or event some skateboarding. I am lucky enough to also have work in the tower - SIGMA-RH. Stunning views from the office!!!

As of August it’s currently through massive reconstruction. I’d recommend planning any visit after it’s done. There are some interesting things to experience while there but not too much to warrant a must see.

Nice to visit the site where the 1976 summer Olympic’s took place. There is a guided tour, but we didn’t take it. We went inside the building where all the swimming events took place. You can sit in the stands and watch whatever swimming or diving activities are taking place. It’s a 20-30 minute drive from downtown Montreal and we spent 1.5 hours walking around the site. Paid parking is available onsite and there’s only a daily rate. Although there’s not a whole lot to do there, I’m glad I visited this historic Canadian site.

The journey visiting the area super cool and I enjoyed it.

Breathtaking masterpiece, I highly recommend checking this space out if your into megaprojects around the world, one of the coolest structures I've seen!

This place gets a 4-star rating because I do love the grounds and the overall vibe of the stadium. It was a great construction project back in the 70s, but we've been fixing it since then, thus the removal of a star. Nonetheless, it's a place to see.

Easy stroll, beautiful surrounding and architecture. Plus an educational place for all ages!

I was spending a long weekend in Montreal in early Autumn, when I visited the Parc Olympique. I am a fan of the Olympics and religious about watching the events on TV and when possible attending an event, so I had to at least see the venue. Parc Olympique was the site of the 1976 summer Olympics. These are the Olympic games that propelled Nadia Comaneci to stardom. The venue is known for it's tower which is set at 45 degrees and affords a view of the Montreal skyline. It is 165 meters high. Presently it is closed because of the Covid-19 pandemic. Note that when admission is possible it is closed on Mondays. The cost to climb the tower was $15 and if you add the cost of stadium parking $20 people hesitate to visit. Days when traffic is light you will be able to find street parking close by. Besides climbing the tower you can see the the Olympic size swimming pool which is still used by the Olympic diving and swimming team.. The 5 five rings of the Olympics are still up including the medal stand. The Biodome which replicates the four ecosystems found in the United States requires a separate admission cost. The Planetarium is adjacent to dome is worth seeing. Across the street, Maisonneuve Park is home to the Montreal Botanical Garden and Insectarium. Saputo soccer Stadium can be found here as well. The bottom line is that I would not recommend Parc Olympique for everyone but it was interesting to see for me since it is only a 10 minute drive from downtown Montreal and is a unique dome.

It's a very cool looking piece of architecture. Montreal has some real gems; biosphere, habitat 67.... The newer addition VANS SKATEPARK is a fantastic new skatepark. Sections of the surrounding building are in need of revamping and redesign. Lot of DEAD SPOTS..

Do you like being at a concert that feels and sounds like you are inside the belly of a whale? Then this is the place for you. Horrible horrible hooooorrible sound. It made me tres tres mal. Was I hearing Metallica or a sea creature dying? Who knows?

2 stars earned because the place is well maintained. (not hard when rarely in use however) 3 stars reduced because staff have no idea whats going on. Can't tell you the point of no return for ticket scanners, everything is more expensive than the Bell Center yet 90% of merchants take cash only. Would be nice if there were actually ATMs in that case.

Very good spot to visit. However, we didn't research in advance and on Mondays the tower is not open. However, the rest of the visit was very good and interesting. The buildings are very interesting and it's quiet easy to arrive by train.

The Olympic Stadium is from the when the Olympics were in Montreal in 1976 I believe. Now you can tour the stadium and go up the tower for a panoramic view of the city. Beware though, parking is $20, and it's another $15-$20 for the tickets up the tower.