Bell Centre
Bell Centre is Home of the National Hockey League's Montreal Canadiens
Montreal, you will come to understand, is a city steeped in history and culture and arts. There are so many places of historical interest that you would need at the very least a week to see everything the city has to offer. Now, although you may appreciate the theatre, opera or listening to a grand orchestra, you may be searching for entertainment of a different kind when in Montreal. Maybe what you would really like to do when you are visiting Montreal is to see a live hockey match. Bell Centre is the hub of entertainment and sports and is located on Avenue des Canadiens-de-Montreal. This complex is used for both sporting and cultural gatherings.
This sports arena is home to the famously known National Hockey's League, the Montreal Canadiens. If you are a hockey fan it would be a sin not to watch a hockey match if you are in Montreal when it is hockey season. Every year, thousands of hockey fans flock to the centre to watch their favourite team compete.
It also happens to be one of the world's busiest arena's when based on ticket sales. The Bell Centre is not just an ice hockey arena however, there are also many other types of sporting events and even cultural events which take place there. Apart from being a hockey arena it is also used to host basket ball games.
As an amphitheatre it the capacity to hold between 10,000 – 14,000 people, when used as a concert hall 15,000 people. The shere numbers of people are guaranteed to create a fantastic atmosphere, no matter what event you are attending. Take a look at the calendar of scheduled events on the website and choose something that suits you from the vast array of possibilities. Everything from sporting events to Kanye West and Elton John concerts could be happening while you are in town.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: Yes; Fees vary by event. Visit the official website for upcoming events.Bell Centre Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
Address: 1909 Av. des Canadiens-de-Montréal, Montréal, QC H3B 2S2, Canada
Phone: (514) 932-2582
Official Website: Bell Centre
Bell Centre Reviews
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Great experience coming over from NY, Montreal has always been my favorite hockey team and a trip to the Bell Centre was a bucket list item. It did not disappoint at all, very electric atmosphere inside, fans are very passionate and supportive. I wish the team store had larger sized jerseys such as 3xl and 4xl with older players names available and maybe some bobbleheads for sale but otherwise it was nice. For the second game of a new season I expected pristine amenities and I was surprised to find the seats torn up a bit, but we enjoyed the nice padding they had. Great time overall.
James M - a month ago
Went to our very 1st Habs game all the way from Northern Alberta tonight and what an amazing time we had! Lower row seats with a perfect view of the ice. We won the home opener game it was so exciting!! What an awesome environment to be in!! Highly recommended if you are in Montreal!
But one down side is, cheddar cheese onion popcorn...omg that smells absolutely disgusting...should definitely not be on the menu lol that is an at home snack.
Samantha Harrison - a month ago
Came to the hallowed halls of the Centre Bell/Bell Center for the 2025-2026 Canadiens season home opener against the Kraken. Wow - what a place, what a crowd of fans, what a place with so much hockey and tradition! This is one of the must-visit NHL arenas for any hockey fan, and it was nothing short of amazing. The team also did a tribute for their legendary goalie Ken Dryden #29, who sadly passed away during 2025. The Tricolore fan goods shop is located on the second floor, but it is not accessible from the street. Amazing, wonderful place to watch hockey and cannot wait to make a return trip. Highly recommended!
Shingo S. Ishida - a month ago
The Centre Bell is an excellent venue for concerts. We had access to the Hartland Salon where excellent food and drinks were complementary. It's fantastic for a memorable experience.
Claude Cyr - 2 weeks ago
The atmosphere was electric with excellent sound quality that really made the performance stand out.
Staff were friendly and well-organized, from security at the entrance to the bartenders and ushers inside. The lines moved quickly, and everything felt safe and efficient without losing the fun vibe.
Had an amazing experience seeing $uicideboy$ last week. Would come back for future events!
Chloe C - 2 months ago
Directions
| Metro Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Line 2 - Orange | Bonaventure | 2 Minutes |
| Line 2 - Orange | Lucien-L'Allier | 1 Minute |
How to get to Bell Centre by Metro
By Metro: Bell Centre is conveniently connected by underground paths to both Lucien-L'Allier and Bonaventure Metro Station on Metro Line 2.
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Entrance to Bell Centre cc licensed photo by Rosana Prada -
Photo Credit: Ken Lund - cc license via Flickr -
Photo Credit: Ken Lund - cc license via Flickr -
Photo Credit: Ken Lund - cc license via Flickr
