Visit
Our location
Purchase of the ticket on site.
The ticket office is located on the garden level, behind the Museum. You can access it by the garden gate on boulevard Pie-IX or via :
- 2929, Jeanne-d’Arc Avenue,
Montréal (Québec) H1W 3W2
Contact
Access
- Pie-IX Station (green line) western exit.
4-minute walk from the metro. - A bicycle path goes by the Museum and there is a bicycle rack in the parking lot.
- Free parking for visitors (limited space).
Opening hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Thursday | 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Friday | 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Saturday | 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Sunday | 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
The Museum is closed on public holidays
the Museum will be closed on Sundays, December 24 and 31, 2023 due to the holidays
Admission fees (tax included)
| Adult | $14 |
| Senior (65 +) | $13 |
| Full time students (ages 18-30) * | $13 |
| 6 to 17 y. o. | $7 |
| 5 years and under | Free |
| Family (2 adults and 2 kids or 1 adult and 3 children) | $30 |
| Members of the museum | Free |
| First Sunday of the month (Quebec residents only) ** | Free |
*Proof of identity required
**Proof of residence required / Due to the increasing traffic on free days, the digital tablet to help visitors won’t be available. However, facilitator guides will be in the rooms to inform visitors / Entrance for the last visitors is at 4 p.m.
Group rates (tax included)
A group consists of a minimum of 15 people.
Free for one accompanying person.
To take advantage of the group rate, please make a reservation :
Reservation required
| Adult group, seniors, students (18+) | $12 per person |
| School groups (17-) | $9 per person |
Group reservation
Special access passes and promotions
Château Dufresne and Tour de Montréal-Parc olympique
Package temporarily unavailable for an indefinite period of time (Tower renovation work in progress)
Passeport MTL
Montréal Museum Cards
Montréal Accès Montréal Cards
Identity card with photo required.
FADOQ Member Card
Identity card with photo required.
International Council of Museums
Identity card with photo required.
Canoo (Cultural Access Pass)
Identity card with photo required.
Visitory guide
The purchase of tickets is the same day of your visit to the museum ticket office.
No reservation required, except for guided tours.
Payment method
The museum accepts cash payment, Canadian debit cards (Interac) and Visa and Mastercard credit cards.
Where to enter?
The main entrance to the museum is on the ground floor at the back of the building.
You can access it by the garden gate of boulevard Pie-IX or by the entrance to the parking lot located at 2929, avenue Jeanne‑d’Arc.
Parking
The museum has free parking. It is reserved for visitors for the duration of their visit to Château Dufresne only. The number of space is limited.
Preservation of collections
Château Dufresne is a classified historic monument. In order to preserve it, it is prohibited to touch the works, furniture and other elements of decor.
Photos and videos
Taking images and videos is prohibited at all times without explicit consent and written understanding with museum officials. Requests are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Fees are required.
The use of a flash or photography accessories (telescopic pole, tripod, etc.) is prohibited everywhere inside the museum.
Drinks and food
It is forbidden to drink, eat and circulate with food or drink containers in the museum.
Bags
For security reasons, all backpacks and tote bags must be left in the locker room. The small handbags are however allowed in the rooms. Individual lockers at a cost of $ 1 CA are available in the locker room to secure personal effects during the visit.
Changing room
A free self-service locker room is available to visitors. The museum is not responsible for the effects left in the locker room.
Accessibility
The museum is accessible to strollers and people with reduced mobility. The building has an access ramp and an elevator. A wheelchair is made available to visitors for free. Note that it is not possible to reserve this chair in advance.
Animals
Pets are not allowed in the museum, with the exception of guide dogs or assistance. The museum reserves the right to request proof that it is indeed a service dog if necessary.