Must-see shopping in Montréal

  • Camellia Sinensis

    Montréal

    Right in front of the Cinéma Quartier Latin, this welcoming tea shop has more than 200 varieties of tea from China, Japan, India and elsewhere in Asia,…

  • Drawn & Quarterly

    Montréal

    The flagship store of this cult independent comic-book and graphic-novel publisher has become something of a local literary haven. Cool book launches take…

  • Eva B

    Montréal

    Stepping into this graffiti-smeared building on St-Laurent is like entering a theater’s backstage, with a riot of vintage coats, bowling shirts, cowboy…

  • Au Papier Japonais

    Montréal

    You might never guess how many guises Japanese paper can come in until you visit this gorgeous little shop, which stocks more than 800 varieties. Origami…

  • Aux 33 Tours

    Montréal

    Hands down, Aux 33 Tours is the best record shop in the city. You'll find a staggering selection of new and used vinyl covering every genre, and there's…

  • Galerie LeRoyer

    Old Montréal

    This spacious old gallery has always been at the forefront of the avant-garde scene in Montréal, previously under the moniker of Galerie St-Dizier. Works…

  • Artpop

    Montréal

    Though tiny in size, Artpop is full of unique Montréal-themed gift ideas. You'll find graphic T-shirts, bags, pillowcases, iPhone covers, postcards and…

  • Le Marché des Saveurs du Québec

    Montréal

    Everything here is Québécois, from the food to the handmade soaps to one of the best collections of artisanal local beer, maple products, jams and cheeses…

  • Le Port de Tête

    Montréal

    This is a wonderfully curated bookstore that often showcases up-and-coming work from dynamic small publishers. The French and English selection is…

  • Marché Underground

    Montréal

    Vintage doesn't have to be pricey, especially outside of Mile End and the Plateau. Visit this collective of nearly 10 sellers of clothes, furniture, toys,…

  • Galerie Simon Blais

    Montréal

    One of the most prestigious galleries in Canada, Simon Blais carries works by well-known international and domestic artists such as Lucien Freud, Antoni…

  • Priape

    Montréal

    Montréal’s biggest gay sex store is well plugged into mainstream erotic wares (DVDs, mags and books), and also has high-quality clothing with a…

  • Librairie Planète BD

    Montréal

    If you have a thing for comics and graphic novels – particularly French-language ones – this is a must-stop store. The owners have a passion for their…

  • Holt Renfrew Ogilvy

    Montréal

    Founded in 1866 as Canada’s first department store, Ogilvy has transformed itself into a collection of high-profile boutiques. The store’s front window…

  • Cheap Thrills

    Montréal

    It's easy to lose track of time as you browse through this big selection of used books and music (CDs and some vinyl), both with a mainstream and offbeat…

  • Librairie Michel Fortin

    Montréal

    A mecca for every foreign-language student and linguist freak in town. You can find children's books, CDs and DVDs, dual-language readers and novels,…

  • Les Cours Mont-Royal

    Montréal

    This elegant shopping mall is a reincarnation of the Mount Royal Hotel (1922), at the time the largest hotel in the British Empire. The 1000-room hotel…

  • Frank & Oak

    Montréal

    Although the selection isn't huge, this dapper menswear shop is worth a visit for classic, well-made trousers, button-downs, sweaters, leather belts and…

  • Hudson's Bay Co.

    Montréal

    La Baie, as it’s called in French, found fame three centuries ago for its striped wool blankets used to measure fur skins. The unique blankets are still…

  • Henri Henri

    Montréal

    Going strong since 1932, this classy millinery sells an impressive assortment of hats, including top global brands such as Stetson, Akubra and Kangol, as…

  • Les Touilleurs

    Montréal

    Beautifully designed Les Touilleurs celebrates Mile End’s love affair with good food, presenting gorgeous high-end cookware and cookbooks by local and…

  • VdeV

    Montréal

    VdeV is packed with striking designs that evoke both a modern and vintage aesthetic, making it a fun place to browse for gift ideas. Among the finds:…

  • Place Montréal Trust

    Montréal

    One of downtown’s most successful malls, with enough rays from the skylights to keep shoppers on their day clock. Major retailers here include La Senza…

  • Holt Renfrew

    Montréal

    This Montréal institution is a godsend for label-conscious, cashed-up professionals and upscale shoppers. From fragrances to cosmetics, jewelry and men’s…

  • Les Antiquités Grand Central

    Montréal

    The most elegant store on Rue Notre-Dame’s Antique Alley is a pleasure to visit for its English and continental furniture, lighting and decorative objects…

  • Roots

    Montréal

    One of Canada's best known homegrown brands, Roots started off as a humble shoemaker in the '70s. Now its range includes Roots for kids, Roots athletics,…

  • Espace Pepin

    Old Montréal

    Boasting a vintage-chic aesthetic, Espace Pepin is a fun place to browse for gift ideas. You'll find items such as wood-branch pepper and spice mills,…

  • Le 63

    Montréal

    The vibe is motorcycle chic, with stylish helmets, goggles, sew-on patches, leather gloves and other eye-catching gear for sale. The real reason to come…

  • Coffre aux Trésors du Chainon

    Montréal

    This small secondhand store has two floors packed with clothing, shoes, housewares, books and records. You might come across some great finds, though you…

  • Scandale

    Montréal

    Style maven Marie-Josée Gagnon has been running this beautifully designed boutique since 1977, importing Parisian dresses as well as the creations of the…

  • Rooney

    Old Montréal

    Rooney is an inviting shop with lots of stylish streetwear and accessories, with plenty of ideas to help gents score a new look. You'll find Rag & Bone…

  • Style Labo

    Montréal

    Owners Anne Defay and Romain Castelli mix industrial remnants with quirky antique signage, farmers’ furniture and even vintage dentistry equipment in this…

  • Candylabs

    Montréal

    Head to this bright little shop for jewel-like hard candy. You can watch the candy makers in action since these artful sweets are made on-site, and then…

  • Jet-Setter

    Montréal

    A plethora of state-of-the-art luggage and clever travel gadgetry, Jet-Setter has inflatable sacks for wine bottles, pocket-sized T-shirts, ‘dry-in-an…

  • U&I

    Old Montréal

    Specializing in outerware, this eye-catching boutique features beautifully made men's and women's garments – as well as footwear, fragrances and handbags…

  • Un Amour des Thés

    Montréal

    More than 260 types of loose tea sit in canisters behind the counter of this charming shop. It stocks classic leaf varieties, as well as flavors you…

  • Hadio

    Montréal

    A top choice for vintage hunters in the Plateau, Hadio has racks jammed with flannels, crop tops and tank tops, plus cowboy boots, button-downs and lots…

  • Librairie Olivieri

    Montréal

    A splendid place to while away a few hours is the indie bookstore Librairie Olivieri at the Université de Montréal, which also has an excellent bistro…

  • My Cup of Tea

    Old Montréal

    This stylish Chinatown tea shop has more than 50 tea varieties in loose and teabag form, including its popular blooming tea, which opens up from a ball…

  • Aux Quatre Points Cardinaux

    Montréal

    The globe-trotting folks at AQPC pack a range of goods for the seasoned traveler such as atlases, globes, maps, aerial photographs, and travel guides in…

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