Visit Montréal

You're now walking along Saint-Paul Street—the oldest and historically richest in Montréal. In 1645, just after the foundation of Ville-Marie, this street was already drawn for urban planning. If you look at a map of the city, you’ll notice that the streets of Old Read more

You’re now standing on Place Jacques-Cartier. Before becoming the charming Old Town pedestrian square you see right now, this site was home to Château de Vaudreuil, the former residence of the Governor of New Read more

Here you are on Place Vauquelin, nestled between two massive municipal buildings. On your left stands the former courthouse, and on your right, Montréal’s City Hall. Both were designed by architect Henri Maurice Read more

We’ve purposefully chosen this place for you because it offers such a great view! Of course, the large Ferris wheel behind you is another great way to rise above the city and enjoy a panoramic view of Montréal. But Read more

You can spot it at the very end of the quay—Montreal’s Clock Tower, its silhouette rising against the skyline. Built in 1922, this striking structure is a proud symbol of Montreal’s past and was designated a Federal Heritage Read more

With its gleaming silver dome, Bonsecours Market is another iconic symbol of Montreal. It’s an impressive sight—so much that it ranks among the top 10 most beautiful buildings in Canada, as listed by the federal Read more

It probably feels strange to come face-to-face with a lonely bell tower, seemingly standing out of place right next to the sleek modern buildings of the CHUM—Montreal’s University Health Center. Yet, this is the only remaining Read more

When you reach the intersection of Sainte-Catherine and Saint-Denis streets, you’re at the gateway to Montreal’s Latin Quarter. While this tour doesn’t take you through it, I highly recommend coming back to Read more

Here you are on Sainte-Catherine Street, Montreal’s most important commercial artery—and I’m not kidding! It boasts the highest concentration of clothing stores in the entire country, which comes as no surprise given its Read more

No need for a master’s degree to know you’ve arrived in Chinatown! The striking mural and traditional arch mark the northern entrance to Montreal’s Chinese district. Compact yet full of character, this neighborhood in Read more

Welcome to Place des Arts, right in the heart of Montreal’s entertainment district. Dedicated to showcasing the performing arts, this cultural venue was created in 1955 under the leadership of Mayor Jean Drapeau, who Read more

You’re now standing in front of the beautiful Saint James United Church, the second-oldest Protestant church in Quebec. When it was built in the late 19th century, it was the largest Methodist church in Canada. While Read more

This is Christ Church Cathedral, an Anglican church dedicated—as its name suggests—to Jesus Christ. Anglicanism is often seen as a middle way between Catholicism and Protestantism—a sort of theological Read more

Take a look at the beautiful structure in the corner: that’s the Dominion Square Building, a true architectural icon in downtown Montreal. It was built in the 1930s in a Beaux-Arts style—which, like eclecticism, blends Read more

Just across from Dorchester Square stands one of Montreal’s most imposing—and perhaps most jaw-dropping—buildings. If you feel tempted to call it a behemoth, you’re absolutely right: it’s made up of 60,200 Read more

After crossing Place du Canada, you’ve just arrived in front of the awe-inspiring Mary, Queen of the World Cathedral. If it looks familiar to you, that’s no coincidence—it’s a smaller replica of St. Peter’s Basilica in the Read more

Here is Saint Patrick’s Basilica, which, as you might expect, has deep historical ties to Montreal’s Irish community. In the 1830s, Canada saw a significant wave of Irish immigration, driven by the severe economic Read more

You're now crossing through the Ville-Marie complex, surrounded by towering skyscrapers reflecting each other in endless panes of glass. Standing here, it’s easy to feel a little overwhelmed—like you’ve stepped into a Read more

You’re now entering Montreal’s parallel universe, its underground city. Welcome to the World Trade Center, one of the many gateways into the famous RESO, Montreal’s official underground pedestrian network. Read more

You're not dreaming—what you see here is indeed a Parisian Métro entrance, brought straight from the French capital. This iconic wrought-iron structure, a true emblem of Paris, was designed in the early 20th century by Read more

You’re now in the heart of the Ville-Marie borough, on Place d’Armes—one of Montreal’s most iconic squares. First built in the late 17th century, this historic site captures over 300 years of architectural evolution and Read more