Montreal Old Town: Private Historical Walking Tour
Montréal
Discover the rich history of Montreal's Old Town on a private walking tour. Explore cobbled streets, iconic landmarks, and the scenic Old Port with an expert guide.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • International District - Walk through the International District to the cobbled Saint Paul Street - a vibrant street lined with 19th-century buildings that are now cafes, bars, and boutiques.
  • Montreal Museum of Archaeology and History - Stop outside the Montreal Museum of Archaeology and History - founded in 1992 to mark the birthplace and 350th birthday of Montreal.
  • Old Saint-Sulpice Seminary - Admire the Old Saint-Sulpice Seminary the oldest building in Montreal, built between 1684 and 1687; it is a beautiful U-shaped building and houses the oldest private garden in North America, its neo-classical façade of rough-cut limestone with gate and Ionic columns dates to 1740, and its clock dates to 1701 - possibly the oldest in America.
  • Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal - Appreciate the majestic Notre Dame Basilica of Montreal from the outside, famous for its spectacular Gothic Revival architecture, it is a testament to the city’s cultural and religious history.
  • Place d’Armes - Wander around Place d’Armes and see the Monument to Paul de Chomedey, the founder of Montreal. Walk through Old Montreal Streets stopping by the Old Montreal Courthouse, Place Jacques-Cartier, and Montreal City Hall.
  • Château Ramezay - Musée et site historique de Montréal - Pass by the Château Ramezay - a museum dedicated to the history of Montreal and once the home of the Governor.
  • Old Port of Montreal - Walk to the Old Port of Montreal - a 2km stretch along the Saint Lawrence River it has been used as a trading post since the 1600s and is today full of family attractions from a Ferris wheel to arcades, cinemas, restaurants, and shopping malls.
What's Included
  • Private group tour with a professional English-speaking guide
  • Ample photo opportunities at top sites
What's Not Included
  • Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend local favourites along the way
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup/drop-off
  • Transportation
  • Tickets to attractions
Additional Information

Immerse yourself in the enchanting Old Town of Montreal under the guidance of an experienced private guide, and gain insight into its almost four centuries of history while wandering its stone-paved lanes, observing iconic structures like Notre Dame Basilica, and appreciating the picturesque Old Port.

Dating back nearly four centuries, Montreal’s Old Town is a repository of historical edifices, civic establishments, religious sites, marketplaces, and certainly breathtaking vistas of the Old Port perched on the Saint Lawrence River. It functioned as a prosperous fur trading harbor since the early 17th century and experienced growth in wealth, religious and cultural significance.

Being a maritime commerce hub, take pleasure in the panoramas provided by the Old Port and also the extremely contemporary, dynamic ambiance that pervades today!

Location
Victoria Square
Rue du Square-Victoria
Your guide will meet you beside the Queen Victoria Monument at Victoria Square located at Rue du Square-Victoria, Montréal.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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up to 12 guests
1 Adult
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