The 10 Best Cultural Tours in Montreal, Canada

WINTER November to March = See "Winter Charms of Old Montreal" Tour - At the top of your Montreal bucket list should be a visit of Old Montreal, our enchanting heritage district which is best discovered on foot. This is a small group tour with a maximum of 6 people, ensuring that your Old Montreal experience will be up close, personal and intimate. Learn about the fascinating beginnings of the French colony that was founded in 1642 and all the historical highlights that contributed to making Montreal the unique and diverse city that it is today. Learn about history, architecture, art, food, culture, fun facts and anecdotes. Your guide will cover all the bases and will add their own personal insights to the spots that you will visit. They will point out their fave places along the way and will be sure that you leave with plenty of recommendations and suggestions for making your Montreal trip a memorable one! Come armed with your comfy walking shoes, camera, curiosity and questions!

Inclusions: Local certified guide, Small group = maximum of 6 people, WINTER SEASON November to March = See "Winter Charms of Old Montreal" Tour, This tour operates from April to October. , NOTE: Notre-Dame Basilica is currently CLOSED

Exclusions: Gratuities (recommended), Hotel pick up and drop off, Notre-Dame Basilica is currently CLOSED, not included and is not accessible to visitors

2.5 hrs Private Walking Tour to Explore the most picturesque historical area of the city! Explore a must-see district for any first visit to Montreal! I share my personal favorites in this historic district full of charm. While observing beautiful buildings, I will show you some amazing details and tell you stories that you would have never known had you walked by yourself. Travel back in time and learn more about the founding of the city, some great characters in Montreal's history, and the French-English rivalry.

Inclusions: Explore Old-Montreal with a professional local guide and enthusiast Montrealer!

Exclusions: Items of a personal nature: souvenirs, coffee/drinks, snacks, etc.

3-hour Private Walking Tour from Mont-Royal Look-out, through Downtown & Underground, to Old-Montreal. Explore Montreal from the Mont-Royal Park to the Old-Montreal, with a sample of downtown & underground included! While walking by contrasty areas & interesting buildings, I will show you some amazing details and tell you stories that you would have never known had you walked by yourself.

Inclusions: Explore Montreal with a professional local guide and enthusiast Montrealer!

Exclusions: Items of a personal nature: souvenirs, coffee/drinks, snacks, etc., Notre Dame Basilica Admission

Discover Montreal and its unique blend of French and English culture with a fun local guide that knows all the ins and outs of the city! Tours are private walking tours that are customized to your preferences and last between 2 and 6 hours at your request. Please note that you will never be grouped with people you don't know. The tour guides are just regular people living in the city you’re visiting, that way you can learn about the city through their stories. Your guide will meet you at a location of your choosing, be it your hotel or other accommodation, a landmark, or even a metro station inside the Montreal urban center. Children below 3 years old are free of charge. Children from 3 to 15 get 60% off the regular tour price. If you are unsure of what you would like to see, your guide will suggest different paths which revolve around Old Montreal, Downtown, Chinatown, The Underground, Quartier des Spectacles, La Cathédrale de Notre-Dame, The Olympic Stadium, and more!

Inclusions: A local, knowledgable guide, Customized Private Walking Tour, Guaranteed Fun, Drinks (stop at a coffee house) included on our 5 & 6 hour tours

Exclusions: Private transportation, Gratuities, Entrance fees to optional activities or attractions, Hotel pick up and drop-off by car, Personal expenses

Have a fulfilling tour of Montreal that fits your schedule ! In this afternoon tour you get to see Westmount, visit St. Joseph’s Oratory and Mont Royal park. You will also visit Le Plateau Mont Royal, one of the most attractive neighborhoods in the city. We shall also visit Downtown, Old Montreal and the Old Port and waterfront. Your tour will take you in a drive through the upscale neighborhoods of Westmount and then you shall visit the largest Basilica in Canada, the famous St. Joseph’s Oratory. Next will be a drive to Mont Royal where you will get to walk in the city's most well known park and breathtaking views. The tour will take you then to Le Plateau Mont Royal, where you can appreciate it's architecture and lifestyle. Downtown will come next before concluding the tour by visiting Old Montreal and the Old Port area.

Inclusions: Complimentary pick up and drop off from downtown hotels, Commented driving tour by an accredited tour guide , Small size group (12 max) in comfortable vehicle, Air-conditioned vehicle, St Joseph's Oratory entrance fees

Exclusions: Private transportation, Gratuities

Prepare a glass of mulled wine or brandy, fire up your computer, and go back in time to celebrate a Victorian era Québécois tradition of telling local ghost stories around the hearth. Guests will be regaled with winter ghost stories from Montreal’s past.

Inclusions: Virtual Tour via Zoom

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Pedal through Montreal's different neighbourhoods in a small group through the eyes of a local. Your guide show you street art, the waterfront, our many parks and back green alleyways, the Gay Village and hidden gems. Picnic lunch and craft beer are included as well as a deep understanding of our culture and history. The best way to see the city is on two wheels, we'll make sure you fall in love with Montreal.

Inclusions: Lunch, Local guide, Professional guide, Use of bicycle, Use of helmet

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Embark on the orignal two-hour street art tour along Montreal's St.-Laurent boulevard. Discover the murals produced by international and local talent for largest mural festival on the continent, see graffiti and installations and learn about the local street art scene. Over 100 works of art dot the area in what has become an open air art gallery!

Inclusions: Local guide, Professional guide, List of personal recommendations, The best time ever, Inside look into the Montreal art scene, Access to the original street art tour in Montreal

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Our guided small-group rides offer a fun and safe activity—the perfect way to experience physically-distanced social bonding! This authentic tour goes beyond downtown into Montreal's hip must-see 'hoods. You'll gain a sense of Montreal's relaxed way of life from behind the scenes. We’ll set you up on a nice bike, a pleasure to ride. We’ll lead you on a loop route using non-crowded bike paths, quiet streets, and charming "green" laneways. This is our staff favourite bike tour—you’ll cruise through the artsy Plateau and Mile-End, be treated to views of Mont-Royal from Outremont, then onto charming neighbourhoods of Little Italy and Petit-Patrie. Your leader will be one of our specially trained Montreal ambassadors. Learn the stories of Montrealers and their culture - from musical heroes, to culinary icons, and the open-minded residents & students that populate these 'hoods today. Even if you have lived here for years you will discover something new.

Inclusions: Local guide, Bicycle, Helmet (optional), Taxes, Fitz MTL map, full of 99+ picks of staff favourite places to eat, drink, see live music, hangout

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Please bring your own refillable bottle. There is a fountain on site!

Your tour will begin with a drive through Westmount on your way to Mount Royal. Along the way, you’ll pass by the famous St. Joseph’s Oratory, Canada’s largest church. At Mount Royal, you will take in beautiful views of the city skyline and nature and snap some pictures while you’re there. Following a view of the beautiful downtown Montreal, head out through some more of the city as you work your way towards the world-famous Olympic Park which was the main stop for the 1976 Olympics. Next, you will head to Notre-Dame Basilica. This magnificent Gothic Revival style church features incredible architecture and impressive stained glass window displays adorn the interior. Your final stop on the tour is the Old Port of Montreal where you will board a St. Lawrence River Cruise (Seasonal). For 90 minutes, you’ll enjoy a relaxing ride on the river, taking in incredible views of the city and learning about the area’s fascinating history.

Inclusions: Pick up and drop off at any Hotel located in the downtown Montreal area, Narrated driving tour, All Fees and Taxes, Notre Dame Basilica (Not available Sunday - due to mass), Biodome admission fee, St. Lawrence River Boat Cruise (Thursday-Sunday - Seasonal), Le Grande Roue (Monday - Wednesday & Boat Replacement)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch, Snacks, Bottled water