La Colonne Nelson

This area is beautiful and peaceful. There's plenty of people around and all times of the day to give that importance atmosphere. I enjoyed a cup of coffee while watch the people go by. A lot of history all around. Careful crossing the street here, cars go by fast!

Sitting at the top of Place Jacques Cartier, probably the most famous of all city squares, the Nelson column is the oldest historical monument in Montreal. Honoring an English hero in a predominantly French speaking city, the monument has had its share of controversy, but most of the city's current population doesn't give it a second thought.

Nice historical figure! with the real history of the city of old Monreal! Especially a character with a mohawk hairstyle on top is imperturbable in anything !!! With super vandal protection. Good solid fence!

Amazing monument to one of the greatest British citizens ever to live. Placed in a location easily accessible for all French Canadians to come and see

Walking around and see so many people.

Great place both night and day. It is full of restaurants and street music bands make the place so attractive. One the best examples of open space.

Very great place to take a walk in the square and try some food around the street

Colonne Nelson. Is a monument in Montreal. It's the city's oldest monument. Interestingly enough right across from Vouquelin's statute.

This entire location is the best place in Montreal for families to spend a great time.

Quite surprising that this testament to English colonialism had been allowed to still stand by the people of Montreal. The Irish demolished the one in Dublin in 1966.

Directions to La Colonne Nelson with public transportation

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