Aura

Show occurs in the evenings - guests will need to purchase tickets beforehand

110 Notre-Dame St W, Montreal, QC H2Y 1T2

Aura is a luminous experience which takes place in the heart of Montreal's Notre-Dame Basilica. Multimedia installations highlight the beautiful artwork found in the 19th century gothic church complemented by a multi-sensory light and sound show which triples the grandeur of the church's intricate interior. Both adults and kids alike will marvel at the hauntingly beautiful multi-media experience.

A Family Pass (2 adults + 2 kids ages 6-16) can be purchased for $66.00

The lights and sounds of the show might prove overwhelming to some youngsters. I should mention, however, that our five year old Seamus enjoyed the show and had no problems sitting through it. Another thing to keep in mind about Aura is that the first part of the show involves guests viewing the artwork found inside the church in a dimly-lit setting. Our five year old Seamus found the dark atmosphere during the first part of the show a tad spooky. It was nothing in the end that he couldn't handle - he just wasn't expecting it to be dark when he entered the church. These factors are just something to keep in mind if you are bringing your young ones. In terms of seating, it is first come, first serve, and from experience (I've been twice to see the show) I find sitting towards the middle part of the church or the back affords you a better view of the entire spectacle.

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