Saint Joseph's Oratory steps (the pilgrim staircase)

The other great Montreal stair climb is at the Oratory. The long staircase rises to the vast domed basilica, with the central wooden steps reserved for pilgrims who climb them on their knees — so use the stone side stairs for your workout, out of respect. It's a free, scenic climb with the dome above and a city view, a different stair session from Mount Royal. Combine it with the observatory view as a reward.

The long staircase up to the great domed Oratory — pilgrims climb the centre wooden steps on their knees; the rest make a free, scenic stair workout of it.

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