Top 30 things to do when visiting Montreal Canada. A complete travel guide for fun activities in MTL
Discover the vibrant heart of Quebec with this ultimate guide to Montreal, Canada's second-largest city. From historic landmarks and bustling markets to world-class museums and stunning natural escapes, Montreal offers a captivating blend of European charm and North American energy for every traveler.
Notre-Dame Basilica
A famous basilica in Old Montreal used for mass services and sightseeing visits, known for its historical significance and architecture dating back to the 1600s.
Marché Bonsecours
A historic market in Old Montreal that now hosts special events and exhibitions.
Old Port of Montreal
A waterfront area along the St. Lawrence River with various piers offering fun activities, including boat tours.
La Grande Roue de Montréal
Canada's tallest observation wheel, offering 360-degree views of Montreal and the surrounding area from climate-controlled gondolas.
Montreal Clock Tower
A Big Ben replica constructed in 1922 to commemorate sailors lost at sea during World War One.
Clock Tower Beach
A beach located beneath the clock tower, offering a spot to see the sunrise and large vessels on the St. Lawrence River, with a mini bar and restaurant.
Orange Julep
A Montreal staple since 1947, known for its giant orange-shaped building and creamy orange juice beverage.
Olympic Stadium
A large stadium built for the 1976 Summer Olympics, now used for concerts, events, and as a training facility, featuring the world's tallest inclined tower.
Montreal Biodome
An enclosed space housing sea, air, and land animals in artificial habitats, featuring five man-made ecosystems and a diverse range of species.
Montreal Botanical Garden
A large botanical garden featuring an assortment of plant life based on international themes, offering a tour of various world cultures and landscapes.
Place Ville Marie
A high point in the city with rooftop terraces, including restaurants and bars like Les Enfants Terribles, Rose Orange Terrasse and Hiatus, offering spectacular views.
RESO
Montreal's massive underground city, a 33-kilometer pedestrian network connecting shopping centers and Metro lines, useful during extreme weather.
Circuit Gilles Villeneuve
A racetrack that hosts the annual Formula 1 Grand Prix, open to the public for tours by car or bicycle outside of the race weekend.
Mount Royal
An elevated green space next to the City Center, offering a quiet retreat with scenic views and a chalet overlooking the city.
Saint Joseph's Oratory
Canada's tallest church, strategically placed on Mount Royal's slope, known for its architecture and a hidden courtyard.
St Viateur Bagel
A famous bagel shop in the Mile End District, known for its oven-baked bagels made from scratch and a wall of fame featuring William Shatner.
Jean-Talon Market
A one-stop shop for local fruits, vegetables, fish, and dairy products, offering interesting food options and genuine maple syrup.
Little Italy
A vibrant area with local restaurants and boutiques, supporting Italian culture.
Chinatown
A vibrant area with local restaurants and boutiques, supporting Chinese culture.
Crescent Street
A street known for its electric nightlife, bars, and clubs, featuring a mural to commemorate Leonard Cohen.
La Ronde
A theme park featuring rides and roller coasters, offering special waterfront seating and synchronized fireworks to music.
Montreal Casino
A casino on Île Notre-Dame with cool architecture.
Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
You will also be able to buy your Transit card from the Metro Fair vending machines situated in the international arrivals area of the Trudeau airport.
St. Catherine Street
A street with many shopping malls that can also be accessed externally while walking along St Catherine Street between the Atwater and plastos art metros.