Southwest Travel Guide
Montreal
Popular places to visit
Atwater Market
During your visit to Montreal, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Atwater Market. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Les Quartiers du Canal
Les Quartiers du Canal is just one of the places to see in Montreal, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Old Port of Montreal
Historic architecture, modern attractions and an exciting calendar of festivals make it impossible to get bored at this lively and scenic riverfront space.
Bell Centre
Catch an event at Bell Centre during your trip to Montreal. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
McGill University
Explore the campus of McGill University, a well-known university in Montreal. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Circuit Gilles Villeneuve
You can take time to visit Circuit Gilles Villeneuve during your travels to Montreal. Discover the great live music and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Montreal: OASIS Immersion Entry Ticket
Montreal: Ecomuseum Zoo Entry Ticket
Old Montreal Walking Tour | Small Group (Max 10) | by MTL Detours
Top hotels in Southwest
Griffintown Hotel
Great stay while we in Montreal for few days. Plenty of space for 2
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hotel Bonaventure Montreal
I stayed at this hotel because it was hosting a congress i attended. My stay was pleasant.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Spark By Hilton Montreal Midtown
Breakfast should upgrade.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hotel Omni Mont-Royal
Consistent
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hotel Le Cantlie Suites
Did not do breakfast. Overall the hotel was exactly what we needed. Right around the corner from Peel Street and Metro. Everything you could possibly need within a 10 min walk.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Armon Plaza Montreal Airport
Wonderful Staff
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest
Verdun
The restaurants and riverfront are just a few things visitors like about Verdun. Saint Lawrence River and Wellington Street are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Verdun Station or De l'Église Station to get around the larger area.
Little Burgundy
If you're spending time in Little Burgundy, check out sights like Saint-Paul Street or Saint Jacques Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Georges Vanier Station or Griffintown-Bernard-Landry Station.
Griffintown
While you're in Griffintown, take in top sights like Saint-Paul Street and jump on the metro at Griffintown-Bernard-Landry Station to see more of the city.
Golden Square Mile
Visitors to Golden Square Mile love its popular shops, and you can check out Montreal Museum of Fine Arts and The Underground City. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Peel Station.
Côte-des-Neiges—Notre-Dame-de-Grâce
The churches and live music are just a few things visitors like about Côte-des-Neiges—Notre-Dame-de-Grâce. Saint Joseph's Oratory and Saint Jacques Street are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Cote Sainte Catherine Station or Snowdon Station to get around the larger area.
Downtown Montreal
Known for its fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Montreal. Check out top attractions like Bell Centre and McCord Stewart Museum, and jump on the metro at McGill Station or Peel Station to see more of the city.
