Old Montreal Walking Tour: Small-Group Historical Exploration
4.9
873 Ratings
Montréal
Explore the historical highlights of Old Montreal on this small-group walking tour. Immerse yourself in the city's culture, architecture, and food while enjoying a personalized experience with a certified local guide.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Old Montreal - Walking tour of Old Montreal
  • Place d’Armes - PA
  • Bonsecours Market (Marche Bonsecours) - MB
  • Rue St-Paul - RSP
  • Place Jacques-Cartier - PJC
  • Aldred Building - AB
  • City Hall - CH
  • Notre-Dame Basilica - NDB
  • Bank of Montreal (Banque de Montreal) - BMO
  • Chateau Ramezay Historic Site and Museum of Montreal - CR
  • Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel - NDBC
  • Pointe-a-Calliere, Montreal Archaeology and History Complex - PAC
What's Included
  • Exclusive small-group experience with a maximum of 10 guests
  • Professional and engaging local guides with city permits
  • A specially curated personal list of Montreal recommendations from MTL Detours founder
  • Includes local taxes for a hassle-free experience
  • Complimentary treat and unique souvenir to remember your visit
What's Not Included
  • A tip/gratuity for your guide is customary and is very appreciated!
  • Hotel pick-up or drop-off. All guests must make their way to our meeting location on their own.
Additional Information

Join our intimate mini-group excursion, limited to a mere 10 participants, offering a highly personalised journey through Old Montreal compared to the often busy, crowded larger tours. As residents of Montreal ourselves, it gives us immense joy to showcase our city. Our informative, certified local tour guide will lead you on an engaging and interactive exploration shedding light on the historical high-points that shaped Montreal into its current rich and diverse disposition. Get ready to dive into history, architecture, cuisine, art, trivia, and anecdotes. Easily move through the narrow lanes, interact with fellow tour participants, and clearly listen to your guide. At the end of the tour, you receive our handpicked list of must-visit local attractions, dining destinations, a sweet mini souvenir, and a thoughtful gift to take back home. With such limited spots available, secure your cherished place in our meticulous handpicked top-selling mini group tour before it’s too late. We look forward to hosting you special guests and ensuring a memorable time!

  • The minimum age to attend is 12 yrs old. All participants require a paid ticket.
  • Tour operates rain or shine or snow and is mostly outside. Please dress appropriately for the weather conditions and have proper winter attire for wintertime tours.
  • This tour is in English.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
  • This tour is owned and operated by MTL Detours Walking Tours mtldetours.ca
  • Note that we cover a fair distance, at a decent pace. Most of the 2-hour tour is walking or standing and places to sit are limited.
  • Not recommended for travelers with challenging mobility restrictions due to varied terrain (cobblestones, stairs) and length of tour.
Location
503 Pl. d'Armes
Place d'Armes
Meet your guide on the sidewalk outside of "Marche Saint Laurent" boutique/cafe. Arrive 10 minutes before the start to check in. The tour begins on time and we don't wait for latecomers. Merci!
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(873 Ratings)
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Jean_d
Mar 21, 2024
Great tour and guide, Alisha, was excellent! - Excellent, I would recommend. Great tour and guide, Alisha, was excellent. Fun way to get to know Montreal .
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Diane_a
Mar 19, 2024
Great tour! Highly recommended! - Our tour was everything we hoped for and more. Martin, our guide, was not only knowledgeable but entertaining as well.
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Julie_h
Mar 18, 2024
Excellent tour guide, fun and informative activity! - Elyse is an excellent tour guide. I would definately recommend a tour with her. She is knowledgeable, has a good elocution, a good organization of time and had consideration in the descriptions of places for the blind individual that was with me. Thank you.
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Donaldw277
Mar 17, 2024
Wonderful Introduction to Montreal - Elise was a great tour guide. She was very knowledgeable about the old city, its beautiful and interesting buildings, its history, and its people. I came away with a much better understanding of the character of Montreal. She also gave us some great restaurant recommendations.
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Jordan_a
Mar 17, 2024
Wonderful tour! - This tour was fantastic! Excellent history to learn at a reasonable pace to walk along and enjoy! We would highly recommend this tour!
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Elizabeth_s
Mar 16, 2024
Amazing Walking Tour - Fun and Informative - Amazing walking tour! My husband and I learned so much and had so much fun! Our guide was wonderful- knowledgeable and friendly!
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Barbara_n
Mar 16, 2024
Fabulous Montreal Tour - Absolutely wonderful guide, Isabelle! Loved her tour of Old Montreal! Would highly recommend. Lots of history and food recommendations.
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Donna_b
Mar 14, 2024
The very first thing to do in Montreal - What a wonderful way to see Old Montreal and learn about its history in a thoroughly enjoyable way. Isabelle was a phenomenal tour guide - entertaining and informative.
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Brenda_r
Mar 12, 2024
Don't miss out on this tour! - Gabrielle was very knowledgeable regarding the history of Montreal. Her kindness and enthusiasm made the tour so much fun.
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Tatis2901
Mar 11, 2024
Amazing! - Our tour guide on March 9 at 1:30pm was great! She was knowledgeable and friendly. We learned a lot about the Old City and the history behind it all. Definitely recommended!
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