Montreal itinerary — 2 days
Day 1 — Montreal
4 stops · ≈ 5 h 6 minNeo-Gothic Roman Catholic church, opened in 1847 for the local Irish-Canadian community.
Dating from 1824, this massive church features vibrant stained glass & hosts concert performances.
Historic riverfront complex featuring stores & restaurants, plus art exhibits, events & activities.
Renowned deli, one of the oldest in Canada, offering huge sandwiches, smoked meats & more.
Reserve
7If you have time left — worth it too.
Boul. Saint-Laurent — a boulevard and historic landmark.
Conductor Kent Nagano leads world-class musicians in well-known & innovative classical pieces.
This steel truss cantilever bridge hosts approximately 35.8 million vehicle crossings annually.
At the harbor's entrance, this clock tower built between 1919-1922 memorializes sailors lost at sea.
Contemporary gambling complex in modernist Expo 67 site, plus river views, restaurants & live shows.
Trails, fields & ponds for paddleboating & skating, with both English- & French-style landscaping.
75 hectares of native & exotic flora, with 10 themed greenhouses & a Chinese lantern garden.
- Greet people with 'Bonjour' — it's polite and appreciated, even if you switch to English after
- Tipping 15–20% is expected at restaurants and bars
- Get a rechargeable OPUS card for cheaper metro/bus fares; day passes are good value
- Winters are very cold (-15°C or lower): pack serious layers and use the Underground City
- Old Montreal and the Old Port are best explored on foot — wear comfortable shoes on cobblestones