International congress
Number One host city in the Americas
for international events in 2011
Montreal
Cosmopolitan city, safe and lively streets, fine cuisine and “joie de vivre”: That’s Montréal, year round. It is the ideal destination! Learn more
Science & Industry
Home to innovation and creativity, Montréal is Canada’s R&D capital. With a community of higher learning that includes four universities and 200 research centres, Montréal is a hub of scientific and industrial innovation. Learn more
Testimonial
“The Palais staff are a topnotch team! Our stay in Montréal was immensely pleasant and our convention was a resounding success.”
Robert S. Scott
Rotary
Key Figures
- 113 rooms and spaces
- 368 events in 2011-2012
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Your event at the Palais des congrès
Looking for the best destination in North America for your international convention? The Palais des congrès and Montréal are ready to welcome you and your international congress!
Why you should choose Montréal
A leader in innovation and technology, Montréal is the top convention cities in the Americas. Discover a vibrant cosmopolitan hub of culture renowned for its acclaimed gastronomy, incredible creativity, and outstanding safety.
Prestigious events in a city of innovation
Montréal is home to a significant scientific and academic community, many are members of the Palais' Ambassadors' Club, which fosters innovation, creativity, and excellence. Meaning the city is the ideal location to accommodate prestigious large-scale events.
The Palais: ready to welcome you
The Palais is 113 rooms and 550,000 sq. ft. of versatile and functional facilities in a contemporary architecture that features abundant natural light. A dedicated staff will be with you every step of the way to make your event a success.
High-tech and green
Our installations are accessible for everyone and equipped with the latest cutting-edge technology. We’ve also made sure to incorporate energy efficiency measures and have adopted an Environmental Policy that speaks to our commitment to the best sustainable development practices. The Palais is also proud to be able to promote the staging of green events.
Near everything
Montréal-Trudeau airport is only 20 minutes away from the Palais. From there, a 10-minute walk gets you to 15,000 hotel rooms and famous districts, such as Chinatown and Old Montréal.