5 top spots for architecture photography in Montréal
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Montréal is known for its eclectic and stunning architecture. Here are 5 musts for photographers seeking extraordinary photo opportunities.
1. Habitat 67
What it is: One of Montréal’s most famous architectural landmarks, Habitat 67 is a modern housing complex designed by architect Moshe Safdie.
Why shoot it: With its bold, modular concrete forms and geometric lines, it’s a playground for those who love minimalistic compositions and brutalist architecture.
Pro tip: Pair your visit with a walk along the Old Port to diversify your photo angles.
2. Campus MIL – Université de Montréal
What it is: A contemporary university campus built on the site of the former Outremont marshalling yard.
Why shoot it: The combination of reflective façades, footbridges, and a mist fountain offers endless opportunities for creative perspectives.
Pro tip: Visit in early morning for mirror-like reflections of the city’s skyline.
3. Montréal Soccer Stadium
What it is: Montréal Soccer Stadium is a sleek sports complex in the Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension borough.
Why shoot it: The stadium highlights Montréal’s local creativity, with sharp angles and reflective architectural surfaces that contrast beautifully with the green of the field.
Pro tip: Photograph its façade during golden hour—its glass structure glows against the brick buildings of the surrounding neighbourhood.
4. Parc Frédéric-Back
What it is: Frédéric-Back park is a vast green space transformed from a former quarry into a model of sustainable urban design.
Why shoot it: Its glowing, phosphorescent spheres hide biogas collection wells beneath the surface, giving the park a near sci-fi aesthetic.
Pro tip: Stay after sunset to capture the transition from daylight to luminescent night.
Nearby: The park connects easily to the Soccer Stadium—two urban masterpieces in one stroll.
5. The Olympic Stadium and Olympic Park
What it is: Montréal’s most recognizable architectural site, home to the Olympic Stadium, the Montréal Tower, and the Planétarium.
Why shoot it: The stadium’s spaceship-like silhouette and the metallic structures nearby create dynamic contrasts. The Olympic Park’s open plazas and urban installations are ideal for panoramic architectural shots.
