Montréal
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Overview
Head to bilingual Montréal to enjoy a taste of French culture in a North American city that's in love with festivals, the arts, good food and enjoying life to the hilt.
Attractions
Must-see attractions
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The charming, leafy expanse of Parc du Mont-Royal is charged for a wide range of outdoor activities. The wooded slopes and grassy meadows have stunning…
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Montréal
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Montréal’s Museum of Fine Arts is an accessible and beautifully updated oasis of art housed in architecturally striking buildings. A visit here is a must…
Old Montréal
Montréal's famous landmark, Notre Dame Basilica, is a 19th-century Gothic Revival masterpiece with spectacular craftsmanship – a visually pleasing, if…
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The stunning Oratoire St-Joseph church built on the flanks of Mont-Royal commands grand views of the the Côte-des-Neiges area and northwest Montréal. The…
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Montréal’s Jardin Botanique is the third-largest botanical garden in the world, after London’s Kew Gardens and Berlin’s Botanischer Garten.
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At this captivating exhibit you can amble through a rainforest, explore Antarctic islands, view rolling woodlands, take in aquatic life in the Gulf of St…
Old Montréal
This open square is framed by some of the finest buildings in Old Montréal, including its oldest bank, first skyscraper and Basilique Notre-Dame. The…
Pointe-à-Callière Cité d'archéologie et d'histoire de Montréal
Old Montréal
One of Montréal's most fascinating sites, this museum takes visitors on a historical journey through the centuries, beginning with the early days of…
Planning Tools
Expert guidance to help you plan your trip
Best Things to Do
From exploring cool neighborhoods and awe-inspiring museums to partying until late, here are Montréal's best experiences.
Read articleBest Time to Visit
Montréal is an utter delight in spring and summer, while colder months bring a winter wonderland. Here's how to choose the best time to visit Montréal.
Read articleThings to Know
If you’re headed to Montréal soon, you’re lucky indeed. From tipping to weather to geography, these tips will help you get the most out of your trip.
Read articleTransportation
Leave the car at home and see Montréal and the surrounding area via public transport and excellent bike paths.
Read articleFree Things to Do
From public art to outdoor excursions, here are nine fabulous things you can do in Montréal for free.
Read articleBest Neighborhoods
Montréal's neighborhoods are full of beauty and charm. You can enjoy global cultures in just a few blocks by using our guide to its unmissable boroughs.
Read articleDay Trips
Montréal is an incredible city but plenty of delights lie beyond the city limits. Go exploring on one (or all!) of our six favorite road trips.
Read articleMoney and Costs
Montréal has long been known as Canada’s most affordable big city, but prices are creeping upwards. Here's how to enjoy Montréal on a budget.
Read articleTraveling with Kids
Montréal is a captivating place with plenty of family-friendly experiences. Here are the best things to do in the city with kids.
Read articlePlan with a local
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