Montreal Things to Do

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  • Old Montreal, Montreal

    1. Old Montreal

    This lovely city hall building was built between 1872 and 1878. Located right across the street from Place Jacques Cartier it is right by the Champ de Mars. The balcony is where Charles de Gaulle...   more
  • Mont-Royal, Montreal

    2. Mont-Royal

    Overlooking the plane town of Montreal, the hill of Mount Royal (that gave name to the city) is at the same time, the "lungs" and the best sightseeing point of it. Small lakes and statues embellish...   more
  • Downtown, Montreal

    3. Downtown

    The central area of Montreal shows a perfect combination between historic and modern buildings. If I had to choose a place to live in North America, I think this would be my first choice. Harmony,...   more
  • Biodôme, Montreal

    4. Biodôme

    This unique indoor zoo, displays animals and vegatation from 4 distinct eco systems; tropical forest, Temperate northern forest (Local), Canadian Maritime, and polar. A great place to visit year...   more
  • Basilica Notre Dame, Montreal

    5. Basilica Notre Dame

    You go to a major church/basilica/cathedral and you don't normally find too many surprises. They are almost always masterpieces in their construction and decoration. One of the things that I found...   more
  • Chinatown, Montreal

    6. Chinatown

    As I was walking along exploring I saw this building with what looked like a Chinese temple on top of it. At first I filed it away and promised myself to go check it out in a bit. Coming closer i...   more
  • Botanical Garden - Insectarium, Montreal

    7. Botanical Garden - Insectarium

    The Chinese gardens are the most elaborate and the highlight of the Jardin Botanique. There are so much more than just a garden of Chinese plants. The exhibit includes a small rice exhibit, numerous...   more
  • Olympic Village, Montreal

    8. Olympic Village

    The Park was built for the 1976 Summer Olympics. The tower you see happens to be the largest inclined tower in the world. This created a great deal of controversy because of the expense. One has to...   more
  • Oratory, Montreal

    9. Oratory

    Or in Francais, L'Oratoire Saint-Joseph du Mont-Royal. This is an amazing Catholic Shrine. I was very much looking forward to seeing it and it did not disappoint. The observation center in the dome is...   more
  • Jazz Festival, Montreal

    10. Jazz Festival

    Wow. Montreal sure is different from NY. And the Jazz festival is one prime example. It is a huge outdoor festival where most of the acts are FREE! Sure, the really big names require tickets, but from...   more
  • Quartier Latin, Montreal

    11. Quartier Latin

    The Ecomusee du fier monde commemorates the humble, middle-income people who actually did the heavy lifting in creating Montreal, and all cities. It's not about the rich and famous--they have their...   more
  • Plateau, Montreal

    12. Plateau

    We stayed far from this quarter, and only crossed it twice by car. Enough to make a decision: next time in Montreal it will have its own day. Traditional architecture, and the mixture of styles and...   more
  • Museum of Fine Arts, Montreal

    13. Museum of Fine Arts

    Excellent comprehensive museum with extensive European and Canadian collections. The exhibits are spread out over several adjacent buildings - with the main entrance and gift shop being located across...   more
  • Grand Prix, Montreal

    14. Grand Prix

    Whether you like it or not when the Formula 1 Grand Prix comes to town in June you can't hide from it! Even thou you didn't go see the race, downtown there are numerous activities you can take part...   more
  • Atwater Market, Montreal

    15. Atwater Market

    Walk or bike along the Lachine Canal to get here. Drive if you have to. This was a lovely way to start the day. We bought gorgeous pain du chocolat, a rich latte, fresh strawberries, delicious...   more
  • Mary Queen of the World Cathedral, Montreal

    16. Mary Queen of the World Cathedral

    At first glance Mary Queen of the World looks very impressive. You have to think it would look much more impressive were it not in the middle of so many skyscrapers in downtown Montreal. It is a...   more
  • Just for Laughs Festival, Montreal

    17. Just for Laughs Festival

    Probably one of the more prominant festivals during the summer in Montreal. There is SO SO SO much to do. Most of St. Denis is blocked off for pedestrians during mid-July when this festival runs....   more
  • La Ronde Amusement Park, Montreal

    18. La Ronde Amusement Park

    Member of the Six Flags International family only since a few years, La Ronde is the biggest theme park in the Province of Quebec. With 35 rides such as the Boomerang, the Vertigo, the Manitou and...   more
  • Notre Dame de Bon Secours Chapel, Montreal

    19. Notre Dame de Bon Secours Chapel

    As you walk on you'll notice the hustle and bustle increasing, the laughter and conversations enlivening the streets. For centuries, Montrealers and visitors have gathered here to shop, stroll, and...   more
  • Casino, Montreal

    20. Casino

    Open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Must be 18 years or older. A free shuttle is available from various areas of Montreal from 10am until 7pm with hourly departures. There is bus service from the...   more
  • Lachine Canal, Montreal

    21. Lachine Canal

    Early French explorers believed that the broad flowing river would eventually lead them to the far east. Hence their name "China" for the treacherous rapids which made the St. Lawrence River...   more
  • The Planetarium, Montreal

    22. The Planetarium

    The Planetarium Dow in downtown Montreal has been a favorite of children for over 30 years! Come and contemplate the world's skies in the "Star-theater". The Planetarium main piece of equipment is the...   more
  • Cathedrale Marie Reine du Monde, Montreal

    23. Cathedrale Marie Reine du Monde

    The Cathedrale Marie-Reine Du Monde design was started in 1852, construction in 1875 and the new church was consecrated in 1894 as Saint-James Cathedral. The building was a replacement for the former...   more
  • Le Mondial SAQ Fireworks Competition, Montreal

    24. Le Mondial SAQ Fireworks Competition

    Another festival you can experience for FREE in Montreal is the Fireworks festival. It is an international competition so the creativity and quality is second to none. I saw a few performances in...   more
  • Biosphere, Montreal

    25. Biosphere

    Don't confuse this with the Biodome. The Biosphere is located in the geodesic dome designed by Buckminster Fuller to serve as the American Pavilion for Expo '67. A fire destroyed the acrylic skin of...   more

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Bienvenue a Montreal! (Welcome!!!)

 I lived in Montreal from December 2002 until April 2004. It's a very unique city to visit. A lot of people ask me what it was like to live in. I initially found it difficult to describe but a friend... 

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 I love visiting cities, and Montreal was a great quick get-away from our home in New Jersey, about a 7-hour drive. This is the view from our hotel window. What an unexpected delight to throw open the... 

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 I've been around the world and the only place i can see myself live, is here in Montreal. Just big enough to have many great activities (the Jazz festival, the formula one Grand-Prix, many film... 

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 I think the entire summer is a festival in Montreal, maybe to combat the long winters spent indoors or underground. Our first day we caught the tail end of the Jazz Festival, when we came back the... 

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 I visited Montreal on a last minute travel deal. I had always wanted to visit Quebec but had viewed Montreal as its poor substitute. Boy , was I wrong! This is a great french city with tons to do and... 

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