Private Montreal Tour: Explore Local Secrets
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5 Ratings
Montréal
Discover the hidden gems of Montreal on a private tour, led by a local host. Explore secret streets, savor local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the city's culture and history.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Old Montreal - As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences.
    Wander the narrow cobblestoned streets and foundations that date back to the 17th century and are what solidifies the European roots of Montreal.
  • Old Port of Montreal - Vieux-Port was used as early as 1611 by French fur traders. If you visit here you can catch a bite to eat, walk, cycle, rollerblade, and rent a pedalo or quadricycle, to name just a few of the activities Vieux-Port offers.
  • Plateau Mont-Royal - Get recommendations on where to find the best Québécois and Montreal classics like bagels, poutine, and smoked meat, which can all be found within this youthful borough.
  • Mile-End - In this hip, laid-back area with an artsy vibe and multicultural roots, you can find some of the best old-school bagel shops should you choose to include it in your itinerary.
  • Jean-Talon Market - You could visit this farmers market going back to 1933, you can find here a variety of local growers, fishmongers, butchers, bakers, restaurants and grocers.
What's Included
  • 4 hours with a dedicated host
  • Private and personalized tour experience
  • Convenient hotel pick-up for centrally located hotels
  • Enjoy a walking tour with optional public transport or taxi
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Transportation (primarily a walking experience however public transport may be used)
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Gratuities (optional)
Additional Information

Your local guide will take you off the usual visitor path and through a hidden maze of old-world stone streets, to areas of Montreal unknown to your travel guide. Understand the European origin of the city, and uncover the distinctive Québécois cuisine and offbeat stores adored by locals in Plateau and Mile End. Investigate markets where farmers, meat sellers, and fish merchants exhibit their finest goods. Unwind in the magical Mount Royal Park and practice your French as you stroll up to one of Montreal’s most favored viewing spots to witness the city from a high vantage point.

Within a day of booking, you’ll get a brief questionnaire about your preferences and hobbies. Based on your answers, you’ll be paired with a host who shares your interests. Your host will get in touch directly to propose an itinerary that will allow you to explore what sets the city apart. You’ll also decide on a time and place to meet. Your schedule is adaptable, so during the experience, you’re always free to alter your plans about what you wish to do.

  • After booking, you will receive a short questionnaire, so you’ll be able to tell us more about your interests and preferences. Based on your responses you’ll be matched with a like-minded Local Host
  • Your meeting point is flexible, and to be agreed with your Local Host. Meet-up at your hotel or accommodation can be requested, or your Local Host will meet you at a convenient location close to the start of your experience.
Location
Monument to Paul de Chomedey, Sieur de Maisonneuve
Place d'Armes
After booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners
Cancellation Policy

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

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Jorge_t
Apr 22, 2024
My tour guide Connie was amazing!!!! - Connie was absolutely amazing. Very knowledgeable on everything related to Montreal, super friendly and great to spend time with. She even helped me with choosing a beautiful location to propose to my partner. Ask this company to assign Connie as your tour guide, you won’t regret it. God bless you all!!!
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Leslie_b
Mar 7, 2024
Great customized tour with fantastic guide - Our tour was tailored to exactly what we wanted to see. Our guide was knowledgeable with a great sense of humor. We had a wonderful experience.
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Emily_c
Feb 21, 2023
Fun with Gabriel - Enjoyed our time exploring the city with Gabriel, he was a wealth of knowledge and left no stone unturned! Thanks for sharing your city with us! Request him if you go, he was awesome!
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Kirk_z
Aug 4, 2022
The Best Walking Tour of Montreal! - Patrick was informative and made fantastic use of our time to show us everything we wanted to see. He has a great sense of humor, and made the day a lot of fun!
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Kathleen_n
May 15, 2022
The trip never happened. ... - The trip never happened. All Viator could do was refund our money. The young lady who accepted this assignment provided a lame excuse and could come later in the day The trip the next day was excellent
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