Jacques-Cartier Pier sits on the waterfront of Old Montreal, on the edge of the St. Lawrence River. It is a pier you can walk out onto, with the river on one side and the historic streets of the old city a short stroll behind you.
What the pier offers
The pier works as a gathering place as much as a viewpoint. It is used as a departure point for river cruises, and it hosts outdoor events and festivals through the year. Along its length you will find scenic promenades, where the walk itself is the reason to come.
- Views over the St. Lawrence River
- Views across to the city skyline and the old waterfront
- Open-air spaces that change with the events on the calendar
- Access to river cruises from the pier
Planning your visit
The address is Rue du Quai King Edward, H2Y 4B2 Montreal, Canada. Because the pier is outdoors and its atmosphere depends on what is happening there, it is worth checking what is scheduled before you go. Plan a few hours to combine the waterfront with the rest of Old Montreal, whose cobbled streets and historic buildings lie just inland.
Come for a slow walk by the river, for the sense of the city opening out before you, or for an event if one is on. It suits visitors who enjoy water views and a relaxed pace, and it pairs easily with a wander through the old town.