AURA experience at Notre-Dame Basilica and guided cruise

With this combined ticket, valid for two of Montreal’s most emblematic attractions, you will enjoy a guided cruise of 1:30 on the St. Lawrence River, ideal for discovering the city from a unique angle, between heritage, urban landscapes and natural panoramas. You will then end your day with an unforgettable visual and musical immersion with the AURA experience, a captivating sound and light show presented inside Notre Dame Basilica. Tickets for AURA are undated and can be used at any time during the 2025 season, without prior reservation, subject to availability. We recommend that you consult the performance schedules before your visit.

Inclusions and Exclusions

Know Before You Go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please present yourself 30 minutes before the departure in front of the Croisieres AML ticket office on the dock; to pick up your physical ticket (required for boarding).
• Cruises operate rain or shine unless weather conditions pose a safety risk to passengers
• For the cruise: The time slot you book is for the guided cruise. Live commentary is offered in English and French. Audio guides are available in: French, English, Italian, Spanish, German, Mandarin, Japanese and Korean
• Rating that the temperature on the water can get cooler than on land, recommended to dress accordingly
• Upon arrival at the Cruises AML Montreal ticket office, you'll be given a voucher for the AURA Experience
• AURA Experience tickets are valid throughout 2026, according to their timetable. No prior reservation is required for AURA.
• Keep in mind that the AURA Experience is not guided
• For personal expenses, only credit card payments are accepted on board (cash not available)