Top 10 Things to do in Montreal, Canada

December 15, 2021 Vergie Nakamoto

Montreal, c’est si bon! This French-speaking city is considered the cultural capital of Canada, and is a cosmopolitan celebration of Québécois style. A horse-drawn carriage ride around the cobblestone streets and grand buildings of Vieux-Montréal will give you a taste of European flavor. The Basilique Notre-Dame is a confection of stained glass, and the Plateau Mont-Royal district will delight you with its quaint boutiques and cafés. Dig in to a massive plate of poutine to fuel up for a tour of the epic Olympic Park.
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1. Pointe-a-Calliere, Montreal Archaeology and History Complex

350 Place Royale, Montreal, Quebec H2Y 3Y5 Canada +1 514-872-9150 [email protected] http://pacmusee.qc.ca/en/
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4.5 based on 1,943 reviews

Pointe-a-Calliere, Montreal Archaeology and History Complex

Pointe-a-Calliere, the birthplace of Montreal and a National Historic Site, offers visitors the opportunity to explore history through an original underground circuit leading through archaeological excavations. At the start of their visit, an immersive multimedia show presents a high-speed view of the city's history, the remains come to life and the count down begins! The museum also offers year-round temporary local and international exhibitions. For Montreal's 375th anniversary in May 2017, Pointe-a-Calliere inaugurated a new pavilion highlighting Fort Ville-Marie.

Reviewed By brusso2017 - Union, United States

Wonderful way to spend several hours admiring the history and architecture of Montréal. Great exhibitions both permanent and temporary. Plenty of hands on fun stuff for kids and big kids ???? We loved the memory collector and the multi media show. Exploring the history while basically being emerged in the actual structures was very cool. Plenty of excellent sounds and sights and “ real life “ experiences! Very reasonable on the US dollar at the moment and even the Canada rates seemed fair

2. Old Montreal

Montreal, Quebec H2Y 3Y8 Canada +1 877-820-2453 http://www.vieux.montreal.qc.ca
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4.5 based on 13,577 reviews

Old Montreal

Stroll, bicycle or take a horse-drawn carriage through the narrow cobblestone streets of Montreal's famous Parisian-style historic district, filled with cultural landmarks, museums, boutiques, sidewalk cafes and restaurants.

Reviewed By indranis2014 - Princeton, United States

Absolutely loved this part of Montréal! So well maintained and lovely to listen to proud tourist guides narrating the history of the beautiful buildings the river the port the churches the restaurants the streets- there were sculptures murals and art galleries all over Rue St Paul- a must visit for everyone!

3. Musee des beaux-arts de Montreal

1380 Sherbrooke W, Montreal, Quebec H3G 1J5 Canada +1 514-285-2000 [email protected] http://www.mbam.qc.ca/
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4.5 based on 4,492 reviews

Musee des beaux-arts de Montreal

The MMFA is one of Canada’s most visited museums and the eighth-most visited museum in North America, boasting more than 1.3 million visitors. The MMFA's original temporary exhibitions combine various artistic disciplines – fine arts, music, film, fashion and design – and are exported around the world. Its rich encyclopedic collection, distributed among five pavilions, includes international art, world cultures, decorative arts and design, and Quebec and Canadian art. The Museum has seen exceptional growth in recent years with the addition of two new pavilions: the Claire and Marc Bourgie Pavilion, in 2011, and the Michal and Renata Hornstein Pavilion for Peace, in 2016. The MMFA complex includes Bourgie Hall, a 460-seat concert hall. The Museum also houses the Michel de la Chenelière International Atelier for Education and Art Therapy, the largest educational complex in a North American art museum, enabling the MMFA to offer innovative educational, wellness and art therapy programmes

Reviewed By David-KevinB - Washington DC, United States

Located in a historic section of Rue Sherbrooke known as the Golden Square Mile, the Musée des Beaux-Arts Montreal, or Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, is the city's largest and one of the most widely regarded in Canada, if not all of North America. Adjacent to the building is the Avenue du Musée, a public street that is sometimes the site of large-scale art installations. The campus is composed of a number of pavilions, each one dedicated to specific disciplines, i.e., ancient art; archaeology; decorative arts and design; modern and contemporary art; and Quebec and Canadian art.

4. Mount Royal Park

1260 Remembrance Road, Montreal, Quebec H3H 1A2 Canada +1 514-843-8240 http://www.lemontroyal.qc.ca/en
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4.5 based on 10,495 reviews

Mount Royal Park

Inaugurated in 1876, the Mount Royal Park was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, the highly skilled designer behind New York's Central Park. It is an ideal site for admiring a wide variety of plants and birds or for enjoying outdoor activities. Les amis de la montagne offer a variety of services and activities that provide wonderful opportunities to discover the beauty and wealth of resources that the park has to offer, including the new permanent exhibition at the Maison Smith and interactive terminals and map.

Reviewed By M1386KBmikes - Montreal, Canada

As a Montreal Native, it is my 'Go to' place to Hike, Bike, Snowshoe and just be active and be a part of this great city Approach it my car or walk up via staircase or Bridal path to the top for great city views And if you would like a personal guide... please contact me to see if I'm available [email protected]

5. Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal

3800 Queen Mary Road, Montreal, Quebec H3V 1H6 Canada +1 514-733-8211 [email protected] http://www.saint-joseph.org
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Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal

Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount-Royal, founded by Saint Brother André in 1904, is a catholic sanctuary and the largest shrine dedicated to Saint Joseph in the world. It receives over 2 million visitors yearly. We welcome everyone to partake in panoramic views, music concerts and special religious celebrations; come discover natural, cultural and spiritual treasures in the heart of the city. You will marvel at the votive chapel containing 10,000 candles, the Oratory Museum featuring nativity scenes from around the world, the Original Chapel, the spectacular Garden of the Way of Cross, the Crypt Church and the largest domed Basilica in North America.

Reviewed By SanjayB101 - Vadodara, India

A beautiful,enchanting,calm,peaceful place for prayer is Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.A must visit place of Montreal.and by seeing its beauty from outside ,u r spellbound.A well heighted green dome which gives you a feeling that its moving -when u see the Dome from down and clouds are moving-a beautiful feeling,moreover from there u can see most of the Montreal and if its evening may be a nice sunset also.Its a place of prayer but now designated as National Historic Site of Canada. so many visitors are coming every day to see its marvel inside and outside both.The Basilica is dedicated to Saint Joseph and herein Brother Andre -who had miraculous healing power which helped so many pilgrims-heart of Brother Andre is well-kept in Church museum .inside also a decorated big altar and peaceful surrounding.just like Notre Dame Basilica this Basilica has also got big harmonica which is played every time. a worth and must visit Basilica in Montreal.

6. Old Port of Montreal

De la Commune West, Montreal, Quebec H2Y 2E2 Canada +1 514-283-5256 [email protected] http://www.vieuxportdemontreal.com
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Old Port of Montreal

The Old Port of Montreal is one of the most popular tourist attraction in the country with more than 50 activities and 6 millions visitors every year!

Reviewed By NadaSBA - Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

You can enjoy a long, nice walk at the old port in summer; sharing the experience with the crowd, bikes, kids..etc You can also have a seat and get a bite, while enjoying the scene. In winter it is a must visit on new year evening and watch the fire works

7. Notre-Dame Basilica

110 Notre-Dame Street West Es-ce Accessible En Fauteuil Roulant, Montreal, Quebec H2Y 1T1 Canada +1 514-842-2925 [email protected] http://www.basiliquenotredame.ca/en/
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Notre-Dame Basilica

Montreal's oldest Catholic church, built in 1656, is known for its intricately designed interior, which includes stained glass chronicling the history of the city.

Reviewed By JohnB531 - Pelham, United States

Beautiful cathedral in the heart of Old Montreal $8 Canadian to get in We did not have a formal tour but caught some of other tour leaders speaking I think the tours are free at certain times of day It is a beautiful church in outstanding condition Obviously they take great pride in this historic site Well worth the visit

8. Montreal Botanical Garden

4101 Sherbrooke St. E, Montreal, Quebec H1X 2B2 Canada +1 514-868-3000 http://espacepourlavie.ca/jardin-botanique
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Montreal Botanical Garden

Along with the Biodome (closed for renovations until spring 2020) , the Insectarium and the Rio Tinto Alcan Planetarium, the Botanical Garden is part of the Montreal Space for Life, Canada's largest natural museum science complex and Montreal's top must see attraction.The Montreal Botanical Garden, one of the city's jewels, is recognized as one of the world's greatest botanical gardens. It offers a colourful program of events, exhibitions and activities all year long.With its collection of 22,000 plant species and cultivars, 10 exhibition greenhouses, Frederic Back Tree House, and more than 20 thematic gardens spread out over 75 hectares, it's also a perfect place to enjoy fresh air and natural beauty. Located just minutes from downtown Montreal, right near the Biodome and Olympic Park, the Montreal Botanical Garden is a living museum of plants from all over the world. You can also enjoy the Insectarium which is on the Garden's site. Have a great visit!

Reviewed By 391mireillek - Montreal, Canada

When in Montreal, do not miss the botanical garden. It is magnificent year round and very special in the month of October with the chinese lantern festivsl in the chinese garden and the light show in the japanese garden. Reserve online!

9. Jean-Talon Market

7070 Henri-Julien Avenue three street corners from Jean Talon Metro Station, Montreal, Quebec H2S 3S3 Canada +1 514-937-7754 [email protected] http://www.marchespublics-mtl.com/en/marches/jean-talon/
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Jean-Talon Market

Reviewed By 1kramer2 - Brights Grove, Canada

This is truly a "farmer's market" with all variety of fresh veggies, cheeses, flowers, meat as well as an international assortment of small eating establishments -- well worth the trip on the Metro and a very short walk to the market. If you are a tourist, a great place to grab a fresh, inexpensive lunch or snack.

10. Barbie Expo

1455 Rue Peel Metro Peel, Montreal, Quebec H3A 1T5 Canada +1 514-842-7777 http://expobarbie.ca/en/
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Barbie Expo

This is not Barbie as you once knew her! The Barbie Expo, conveniently located in the heart of downtown, in Les Cours Mont Royal, Montreal’s most prestigious upscale shopping mall, is a brilliant and exciting way to showcase the haute couture fashion available at the exclusive flagship boutiques within the mall. The stunning display houses over 1000 dolls, and is the largest permanent Barbie doll Expo in the world! A truly incredible selection of world-renowned designers have magnificently fashioned breathtaking outfits for every possible occasion—all of them modeled by the 11.5 inch fashion icon herself. Admission is free. Designers on display include Christian Dior, Donna Karan, Armani, Ralph Laurent, Vera Wang, Bill Blass, Oscar de la Renta, Christian Louboutin, Zac Posen, Carolina Herrera, Bob Mackie, and many other authentic fashion all-stars!

Reviewed By eastflower

A free exhibit of a large collection of Barbies dressed in beautiful costumes, some designed by famous ones. There are Barbies dressed in typical clothes of different countries and cultures, TV and movie characters, fancy brands, etc. It’s inside a mall, a bit difficult to find but worth the visit.

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