Montreal walking tour & city guide
A French-speaking city of festivals and bagels.
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Montreal, on an island in the St Lawrence River, is the largest French-speaking city in the Americas after Paris. It mixes European charm with North American energy, and is known for its festivals, nightlife and food.
Old Montreal
Old Montreal has cobbled streets, stone buildings and the Notre-Dame Basilica, with its stunning blue and gold interior. The Old Port along the river has a promenade, a Ferris wheel and summer activities.
Mount Royal and the Plateau
Mount Royal, the hill that gives the city its name, is a park designed by Frederick Law Olmsted with a lookout over downtown. The Plateau Mont-Royal is known for colorful houses with outdoor staircases, cafés and street art, especially along Saint-Laurent Boulevard.
Top sights in Montreal
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Notre-Dame Basilica
A dazzling gothic revival church.
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Old Montreal
Cobbled streets and old stone buildings.
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Mount Royal
A park with city views.
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Old Port
A riverside promenade.
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Plateau Mont-Royal
Colorful houses and cafés.
Food markets & where to eat in Montreal
Jean-Talon Market
One of North America's largest open-air markets.
Atwater Market
A market by the Lachine Canal.
Mile End
Home of Montreal's famous bagel bakeries.
Food to try in Montreal
Montreal bagels
Hand-rolled, boiled in honey water and wood-fired.
Smoked meat
A spiced beef brisket sandwich.
Poutine
Quebec's iconic fries dish.
Opening hours and prices change often. Please check with each place before you visit.
Plan your trip to Montreal
Enjoyed the walk? Here is everything you need to see it for real.
- Hotels in MontrealCompare places to stay and prices.
- Tours & ticketsWalking tours, museums and day trips in Montreal.
- eSIM for CanadaStay online from the moment you land.
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