• Montreal Museum Of Fine Arts - Established in 1860, the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts is Canada’s oldest art museum, showcasing a vast array of collections from ancient to modern art across several pavilions on Sherbrooke Street. It is globally acclaimed for its exceptional exhibitions and diverse cultural programs.
• McGill University - Founded in 1821, McGill University is one of Canada’s leading research institutions, situated in downtown Montreal. It consistently ranks among the world’s top universities, attracting international students from over 150 countries and boasting numerous Nobel Prize laureates.
• The Underground City - Montreal’s Underground City (RESO) is a 33-kilometer pedestrian network beneath the city, linking metro stations, shopping centers, and buildings throughout downtown. This climate-controlled system allows for year-round navigation, providing shelter from harsh winter conditions.
• The Ring - The Ring is a 30-meter diameter stainless steel sculpture, suspended above the Place Ville Marie esplanade, installed in June 2022 as part of Montreal’s downtown revitalization. Created by Claude Cormier + Associés, this illuminated installation serves as a symbolic gateway, framing the historic visual axis from Place Ville Marie to McGill University and Mount Royal.
• Phillips Square - Phillips Square, a historic park in downtown Montreal established in 1842, features a bronze monument of King Edward VII at its center. Recently renovated in 2022, this green space at Sainte-Catherine and Union is a cultural hub surrounded by historic commercial buildings.
• Cathedrale Christ Church Cathedral - Christ Church Cathedral is a Neo-Gothic Anglican cathedral constructed between 1857-1859, serving as the mother church of Montreal’s Anglican Diocese. Located on Saint Catherine Street above an underground shopping mall, this National Historic Site is celebrated for its choral tradition and architectural splendor.
• Place des Arts - Place des Arts, founded in 1963, is Canada’s largest cultural and artistic complex, located in Montreal’s Quartier des Spectacles. With six venues seating nearly 8,000 people, it is home to the Montreal Symphony Orchestra, Opéra de Montréal, and Les Grands Ballets Canadiens, and hosts major festivals including the International Jazz Festival.
• Complexe Desjardins - Complexe Desjardins is a mixed-use complex in Montreal’s Quartier des Spectacles, featuring over 110 boutiques, restaurants, office towers, and the DoubleTree by Hilton hotel around a large public atrium. Connected to two metro stations and Montreal’s underground city, it hosts over 200 days of events annually and serves as a major downtown hub.
• Palais des Congres - The Palais des congrès de Montréal is the leading international convention center in the Americas, opened in 1983 in Montreal’s Quartier international. With the Place-d’Armes metro station inside the building, it is dedicated to sustainable development and significantly contributes to the city’s economy.
• Notre-Dame Basilica - The Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal is a Gothic Revival architectural marvel built between 1824-1829, located in Old Montreal facing Place d’Armes. Designated a National Historic Site in 1989, it draws 11 million visitors annually and is renowned for hosting state funerals, notable weddings, and the immersive AURA light show.
• Place d’Armes - Place d’Armes is a historic square in Old Montreal dating back to 1693, anchored by the Maisonneuve Monument honoring Montreal’s founder Paul de Chomedey. As the city’s second oldest public site, it is surrounded by architectural landmarks including the Notre-Dame Basilica, the Bank of Montreal, and buildings representing major periods of the city’s development.
• Rue St-Paul - Rue St-Paul, Montreal’s oldest street, was laid out in 1672 and named after the city’s founder Paul de Chomedey de Maisonneuve. This narrow cobblestone street in Old Montreal features renovated 19th-century buildings housing boutiques, art galleries, restaurants, and historic landmarks like the Bonsecours Market.
• Bonsecours Market (Marche Bonsecours) - Bonsecours Market, inaugurated in 1847, is one of Canada’s ten finest heritage buildings, serving as Montreal’s main marketplace for over a century and city hall from 1852-1878. This grand neoclassical building with its distinctive silver dome now houses 15 boutiques featuring “made in Quebec” creations, restaurants, and exhibition spaces in Old Montreal.
• Vieux-Montreal (Old Montreal) - This tour explores Vieux-Montreal (Old Montreal), the historic heart of the city founded in 1642, featuring cobblestone streets and French colonial architecture. Visitors can explore key landmarks including Place d’Armes, Notre-Dame Basilica, Place Jacques-Cartier, Rue Saint-Paul, and Bonsecours Market, in this well-preserved area where centuries-old buildings house modern boutiques, galleries, and restaurants, showcasing Montreal’s unique European charm.
• Place Jacques-Cartier - Place Jacques-Cartier is the most vibrant square in Old Montreal, a gently sloping cobblestone plaza featuring street performers, artists, and the 35-meter Nelson Monument erected in 1809. This car-free summer zone is lined with restaurants and cafés offering Parisian-style terraces, serving as Old Montreal’s central meeting place near the Old Port.

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Explore Montreal with a Private 2-Hour Walking Tour of Downtown and Old Montreal, designed exclusively for your group. This personalized experience allows you to discover the city’s culture, history, and architecture at a leisurely pace.

The adventure starts in front of the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, the designated meeting point before venturing into the vibrant streets of downtown. Stroll towards the lively Quartier des Spectacles, which hosts Place des Arts and numerous major festivals in Montreal.

During the tour, visit a section of the renowned Underground City (RÉSO), a network that links shops, offices, and metro stations beneath the downtown area.

Proceed to the enchanting Old Montreal, where cobblestone streets, cafés, and historic buildings showcase the city’s European charm. Pause at Place d’Armes to admire the exterior of Notre-Dame Basilica while uncovering the tales behind this historic square.

This private tour is available in English, French, Spanish, or Portuguese, providing a tailored introduction to Montreal.

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