Bell Centre
Bell Centre is Home of the National Hockey League's Montreal Canadiens
Montreal, you will come to understand, is a city steeped in history and culture and arts. There are so many places of historical interest that you would need at the very least a week to see everything the city has to offer. Now, although you may appreciate the theatre, opera or listening to a grand orchestra, you may be searching for entertainment of a different kind when in Montreal. Maybe what you would really like to do when you are visiting Montreal is to see a live hockey match. Bell Centre is the hub of entertainment and sports and is located on Avenue des Canadiens-de-Montreal. This complex is used for both sporting and cultural gatherings.
This sports arena is home to the famously known National Hockey's League, the Montreal Canadiens. If you are a hockey fan it would be a sin not to watch a hockey match if you are in Montreal when it is hockey season. Every year, thousands of hockey fans flock to the centre to watch their favourite team compete.
It also happens to be one of the world's busiest arena's when based on ticket sales. The Bell Centre is not just an ice hockey arena however, there are also many other types of sporting events and even cultural events which take place there. Apart from being a hockey arena it is also used to host basket ball games.
As an amphitheatre it the capacity to hold between 10,000 – 14,000 people, when used as a concert hall 15,000 people. The shere numbers of people are guaranteed to create a fantastic atmosphere, no matter what event you are attending. Take a look at the calendar of scheduled events on the website and choose something that suits you from the vast array of possibilities. Everything from sporting events to Kanye West and Elton John concerts could be happening while you are in town.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: Yes; Fees vary by event. Visit the official website for upcoming events.Bell Centre Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
Address: 1909 Av. des Canadiens-de-Montréal, Montréal, QC H3B 5E8, Canada
Phone: (514) 932-2582
Official Website: Bell Centre
Bell Centre Reviews
Rated out of 5
Bell Center’s atmosphere is unmatched during a Montreal Canadien game. I had the opportunity to be in a lounge and the service is superbe combined with food and refreshments. The view is perfect as the lounges are located at the perfect height to view a hockey game. The outside is also filled with festivity when there’s a event. If you have the chance you should definitely watch a hockey game here.
David Liu - 2 weeks ago
My wife and I visited for a NHL preseason game and the next day for a tour of the Bell Centre.
For both of us, this was our first time attending a game at this arena (my wife's first time watching her Habs live in person) we had level 300 tickets but that was no issue. We could see everything.
This is a world class facility and I have never seen fans like this for a preseason game. It's an atmosphere we won't soon forget.
I will also add, I was one of 19 Ottawa fans at the game. As long as you're not an annoying fan, they won't bother you. Yeah maybe a few jokes here and there, but all in good taste.
The next day when we did the tour it was eye opening to see the dressing room, the press box, and everything in between. Sometimes heights bother me, but this did not. The tour did mention a lot about the Canadiens, but also how they handle other events that come to town.
Do the tour. The Habs locker room is closed on game days, but it gives you a great idea what it's like behind the scenes of an NHL team.
James Potter - a month ago
It was a lovely experience watching the Habs playing vs. NJ Devils. 🏒 🇨🇦 🏒🇺🇸
Fans were amazing. Friendly staff, clean place, and the ambiance inside the stadium was awesome👌🏽
Joe Mouhasseb - a month ago
Really good venue. We visited twice, once for hockey and once to see twenty one pilots. There are plenty of amenities, and the views are great from anywhere. Only thing to improve is signage for the escalators to go upstairs! Took us a while to find.
Georgia Jackson - a month ago
It's a nice stadium but when I went for some reason it felt terribly hot, like the AC was not strong enough. Also I don't know about other sections but in
sections 400s the chairs are too close together, you're basically shoulder to shoulder with the people next to you. Other than that sound was good and services were okay, plenty of bathrooms and water stations.
Daniela Alas - a month ago
Directions
| Metro Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Line 2 - Orange | Bonaventure | 2 Minutes |
| Line 2 - Orange | Lucien-L'Allier | 1 Minute |
How to get to Bell Centre by Metro
By Metro: Bell Centre is conveniently connected by underground paths to both Lucien-L'Allier and Bonaventure Metro Station on Metro Line 2.
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Entrance to Bell Centre cc licensed photo by Rosana Prada -
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