What to do in Montreal

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Outside of Paris, Montreal is the largest French-speaking city in the world, which is highly reflected by the culture of the city. Named by Monocle Magazine as "Canada's Cultural Capital," there is no shortage of things to do in Montreal. The downtown area is particularly noted for the vibrancy provided by its many festivals.

Sports lovers can get their hockey fix by attending local games featuring the city's ice hockey team, the Montreal Canadiens.

The Montreal city limits include over 50 National Historic Sites of Canada, and many of these old buildings remain in their original forum. Whether you're visiting the city as a tourist or on business, Old Montreal is a must see destination. Featuring 19th century architecture, cobbled streets and rides on horse drawn carriages, Old Montreal is one of the most enthralling attractions in Montreal - no matter what time of year you visit.

Obtain a map of Old Montreal and familiarize yourself with the city, if you want to discover the city on your own. Alternatively, you can count on Expedia for offering you access to tours to suit your tour taste. On of the top Montreal excursions is a tour of the city's churches. Even though it's commonly referred to as the City of a Hundred Steeples, Montreal has far more than 100 churches of architectural merit within its city limits. Even if you aren’t exactly an architecture or history buff, Montreal tours of the old churches provide you with an excellent way to spend a few hours while during your visit.

Here at Expedia, we can help you find the best deals on Montreal activities as well as assist you in finding the best places to stay during your visit. Whether you are looking for the top spots to have romantic dinners for two or are anticipating bringing the entire family for a vacation, we can help you plan your trip so everything goes smoothly and all you have to do is relax and enjoy your time in the enchanting city of Montreal.


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Downtown Montreal showing a monument, outdoor art and a city

Downtown Montreal

4/5(100 area reviews)

Beneath the skyscrapers, this neighborhood offers grand civic spaces, high-end shopping, 30 concert halls and the world’s largest underground complex.

Downtown Montreal
Notre Dame Basilica which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and interior views

Old Montreal

4.5/5(33 area reviews)

Once surrounded by ramparts, this historic area within Montreal city now shines as one of the oldest and best preserved urban centers in North America.

Old Montreal
Mount Royal Park showing a skyscraper, a city and views

Ville-Marie

2/5(1 area review)

From the old port up to the mountain in a park, Montreal’s historic center is rich in beauty and bustling with activity.

Ville-Marie
Plateau Mont Royal featuring a city, outdoor art and signage

Plateau Mont-Royal

4/5(10 area reviews)

Home to artists, students and bohemians of all types, this borough is Montreal’s creative and countercultural haven.

Plateau Mont-Royal
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Côte-des-Neiges—Notre-Dame-de-Grâce

3.5/5(4 area reviews)

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.

Côte-des-Neiges—Notre-Dame-de-Grâce
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Southwest

While you're in Southwest, take in top sights like Saint Jacques Street or Lachine Canal National Historic Site, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Place Saint Henri Station or Jolicoeur Station.

Southwest

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