Hampstead

Hampstead is a great place to base yourself in Montreal as some of the city’s most popular attractions are within easy reach. Two sights that should top every visitor’s list is the fabulous Montreal Holocaust Museum and the iconic Parc Gilbert-Layton. Two other interesting attractions you’ll find nearby Hampstead are the Saint Joseph's Oratory and the Meadowbrook Golf Club.

Be sure to visit some of the nearby museums and galleries, which help make this region such a unique vacation destination. Learn, admire and become intrigued in the various museums including the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, McCord Museum and the Canadian Centre for Architecture. Culture vultures will find plenty to cheer about at venues such as the Pollack Concert Hall and the Outremont Theatre. There are a number of interesting galleries to enjoy nearby. In particular, don’t miss the Walter Klinkhoff Gallery and the Claude Lafitte Gallery.

If the weather is good, follow the lead of the locals who know the area best and head outside to the nearby green spaces. Follow the paths through botanical displays, throw a frisbee, or just relax in the shade at Jeanne-Mance Park and the Westmount Park and Library in Westmount.

Spots such as Phillips Square, the Place du Canada and the Grand Seminary of Montreal make great places to visit while you are in the Hampstead area,. Whatever your background or beliefs, you'll appreciate the peaceful atmosphere at Hampstead’s holy places like the Christ Church Cathedral, the St. James the Apostle Anglican Church and the Masonic Memorial Temple.

Find the perfect accessory, grab a bite to eat or just people-watch at nearby shopping hotspots like Eaton Centre, Atwater Market and the Les Cours Mont-Royal.

Come see local sporting heroes, the Montreal Alouettes, take on their rivals in the nearby Percival Molson Memorial Stadium. On game days follow the sea of red, blue, silver and white, to the stadium, then after the final siren sounds, join local football lovers in the nearby pubs and relive the games finest moments over a few cold beers.

To make the most of this fascinating part of the world, think about booking a room at one of the area’s many accommodation options. The Hotel Le Cantlie Suites, the Hotel Omni Mont-Royal and the Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth are among the best places to stay while you are enjoying this special area.