Stade olympique

Olympic Stadium

Built for the 1976 Montreal Olympics, this amazing and controversial building's tower (from which the roof is suspended) is the world's tallest leaning structure. The roof, which could originally be raised, has been replaced numerous times and is the source of great local controversy. You can take a funicular to the top of the Olympic Tower for an incredible view of the city. Also has a public sports center that includes an Olympic-size swimming pool. The area around the stadium is a mecca for skateboarding, BMX-biking, and even snowboarding. the many slanted walls, hand rails and stairs give participants a concrete playground to entertain themselves.

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Address

4141 ave Pierre-de Coubertin

Getting there

east of boul Pie-IX; metro Pie-IX

Hours

Daily 09:00-17:00

Website

parcolympique.qc.ca (opens in a new tab)