McTavish Street

McTavish Street is a car-free street on McGill University's main campus in downtown Montreal, running from Sherbrooke Street West to Doctor Penfield Avenue. It connects multiple university buildings and joins the Promenade Fleuve-Montagne walking path.

The street is named after Simon McTavish, a North West Company fur trader who owned extensive land in this area during the 18th century. That land eventually became the site of the present-day university campus.

The street hosts the Redpath Museum and Morrice Hall, two buildings from the 19th century that show Montreal's academic tradition. Students and visitors use these spaces today to explore the university's history and its collections.

The walkway is easy to navigate and provides straightforward access to most campus buildings. The best time to explore is during quieter periods between classes, when the street is less crowded.

The street hosts an art installation called 'Le Joyau royal et le Mile doré' created by artists Philippe Allard and Justin Duchesneau. This work is a visual feature that many visitors notice while walking through the area.

Location: Ville-Marie

GPS coordinates: 45.50390,-73.57830

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:57