Located in the province of Quebec, Montreal is Canada's second largest city. This cosmopolitan, French-speaking city is home to a great selection of attractions which draw in large numbers of visitors from at home and abroad. Download our free pocket guide to find out about some of these attractions including Montreal Tower. This guide also features some great tips on how to save money in the city, plus lots more.
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Download GuideMontreal is a must-go city for everyone. The sights were great to look at and the place was easy to explore. Food is awesomely good if you are willing to spend a little. Must try eggspectation and the smoked meat sandwich.
Montreal is very lively! Lots of things to see and even more to eat! Make sure you see Notre Dame Basilica, it will take your breath away. Have a bagel at St Viateur's Bagels for breakfast, and for lunch head to Schwartz's for the famous Montreal Smoked Meat sandwiches!
Insider Tip:Bring lots of warm and waterproof clothing if traveling in winter. Layers layers layers!
I stayed in montreal for 5 nights at the old port, champ- de mars. You can walk by st. Paul street , le piano rouge cafe is near by and also les trois brasseurs is a nice place to have a beer with good food. The city is bit expensive but still affordable and don't forget to tip the workers.
Europe meets North America. I met some great people from all walks of life in Montreal. Coming from the States and having spent a good amount of time in Toronto, I prefer the atmosphere of Montreal where civic spaces are well developed and easy to enjoy.
Insider Tip:Go in summer. Rent a bike, ride to Olympic park. Buy quiche from the local grocery store. visit the Tam tam. Hang out in the Plateau park. soak it up
Montreal was a very laid back, friendly city. There are some gorgeous sites, including the jaw-dropping Basilica. For Formula 1 fans there is the chance to walk, cycle, skate or drive around the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. During bad weather, the underground city provides welcome respite, although it is difficult to navigate round. It's worth it though, as there are some lovely shops and restaurants as well as access to galleries and theatres.
Insider Tip:Parc du Mont Royal was up a very long, steep slope past McGill University so only walk to the top if you're relatively fit! There are other entrances to the park for those who are less able to get around, and the views of Montreal from the top are worth taking in, both during the day and night. The city does tend to shut down after summer, for example the Observation Tower was closed from the beginning of September which seemed a shame.
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