About Saint Catherine Street

Montreal's main commercial district runs for nearly 10 miles in its downtown area with department stores, boutiques, restaurants and cafes. Saint Catherine Street, also called Rue Sainte-Catherine, originated in 1801. It starts at Claremont Avenue and de Maisonneuve Boulevard and ends at Notre-Dame Street. Highlights include Promenades Cathedrale, La Maison Ogilvy, The Montreal Forum and The Gay Village.