Top Montreal Culture

Montreal’s chilly winters mean inhabitants have long found creative ways of getting around the cold—and that includes the RÉSO. The most extensive underground pedestrian network in the world, it stretches for over 20 miles (32 kilometers)—and this tour makes exploring simple. This includes some outdoor portions where you can see points of interest in the heart of downtown Montreal.

Museum of Illusions, where your eyes and brain don't get along. Over 70+ educational exhibits, rooms, holograms, stereograms to experience. Pause reality, challenge your vision. It's like yoga or pilates for your eyes. A fun place to enjoy brain teasers, Instagram friendly establishment. Forget what you think you are seeing, you will have to look again.

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See more of Montreal's highlights than you could independently on this sightseeing bus tour of the city. Visit many of the city's top attractions, from Notre-Dame Basilica and Chinatown to Mount Royal Park, the Olympic Stadium, Old Montreal, and much more. Hop aboard a comfortable motor coach and get to know the largest city in Quebec province, with live commentary from a professional tour conductor.

Highlights of the Old Montréal Walking Tour Explore the Best of Old Montréal: Stroll through the historic heart of the city and uncover the stories behind its iconic streets, architecture, and landmarks. Engaging Local Guides: Our passionate guides are professionally trained and deeply knowledgeable about Montréal and Québec’s rich history and culture. Connect with Fellow Travelers: Meet curious explorers from around the world and get insider tips for local restaurants, cafés, and hidden gems to enjoy after the tour.

Step into Montréal’s hidden universe beneath the streets for a 2 hour walk with me through the city’s vast indoor underground network (RESO). Led by a local expert, this experience blends art, architecture, and lesser-known stories as we explore iconic landmarks, a Parisian-style Metro entrance, statues, hidden cafés, and major transit hubs. Learn how more than 500,000 people use this climate controlled network daily, especially during extreme seasons. This is a storytelling based local experience shaped by personal knowledge, observations, and lived city experience. It does not claim to represent an official or institutional narrative. Over 6 years of experience and top-tier reviews across platforms, guests consistently praise the warmth, insider perspective, and photo-ready moments. I proudly offer this highly rated experience as a knowledgeable local specializing in Montréal’s RESO. IG and FB: exploramontreal

On this food-oriented tour, explore Old Montreal (Vieux-Montréal) with a local, certified guide to go beyond the typical tourist haunts. Escape the tourist traps as you visit key sights such as the Place d’Armes and Saint Paul Street (Rue Saint-Paul). Try several local gastronomic delights in one tour, including Montreal-style bagels, local cheeses, delicious canelés, and poutine.

Dive into Old Montreal’s rich history, its darker, hidden side—a world of eerie legends and paranormal activity. This haunted Old Montreal tour uncovers this chilling past, shaped by colonial horrors, guerilla warfare, and unspeakable tragedies. Visit haunted sites like Place d’Armes, Cours Le Royer, the Courthouse District, and Chateau Ramezay, each steeped in ghostly tales and mysterious lore. Guided by a storyteller, this spine-tingling walk blends history and the supernatural, perfect for ghost hunters, history enthusiasts, and thrill-seekers.

Get an overview of Montreal even if you're short on time on this full-day city tour. Cover the major attractions, including Mount Royal Park and Old Montreal, without worrying about navigating public transportation or getting lost. Since the tour is partially by car, you'll cover more ground than you would on foot.

Immerse yourself in Montreal's street art scene with this guided tour. Get greater insight than you would if exploring independently, as your guide leads you to a selection of the city's graffiti highlights. Walk down alleys and backstreets to see art that you might otherwise miss. Pick up recommendations of local eateries and bars to try as you go, which you can visit later on in your vacation.

Explore the best of Montreal on this narrated, hop-on hop-off, double-decker bus tour. Visit many of Montreal’s top attractions — like Notre-Dame Basilica, Chinatown, Mount Royal Park, Crescent Street, Old Port and Old Montreal, to name just a few. With this two day pass, you can board at any of the 10 stops and get to know the largest city in Quebec in customized fashion, with live onboard commentary from a bilingual professional tour conductor.

Discover Montréal like never before on this engaging and authentic walking tour led by a passionate local guide from Toonie Tours. Far from the average sightseeing stroll, this experience invites you to truly connect with the city’s unique character and vibrant culture. Wander through the famous Quartier des Spectacles, soak up the festival atmosphere, explore the cobblestone streets and old-world charm of Old Montréal, and feel the pulse of the downtown Centre-Ville. Along the way, your guide brings the city to life with powerful storytelling, local insights, and fun facts that turn history into something you’ll actually remember. Whether you’re visiting from the US, UK, Australia, or beyond — solo, with friends, or family in tow — this tour is designed to help you make the most of your time in Montréal. It’s the perfect way to start your trip, get your bearings, and fall in love with this beautiful island city. Join us and experience why thousands of travellers love this tour.

Engage in Montreal’s ultimate thrill ride on the St. Lawrence River via a jet boating experience. This exhilarating adventure offers a perfect blend of excitement and fun for all ages. Brace yourself for higher intensities at the front of the boat, while the back remains family friendly. It's a refreshing must-do for anyone craving adventure. And remember, you will get wet—so don't forget your bathing suit! Book now for unforgettable, wild, and wonderful moments on the water.

Get a local's insight on Old Montreal on this guided walking tour of the city. As you you pass by many of the area's highlights—such as Notre-Dame Basilica, Place Jacques-Cartier, Bonsecours Market—listen to fascinating insight and hear anecdotes you won't find in a guidebook. Plus, discover hidden gems that many travelers miss, and snap photos of Old Montreal's beautiful architecture.

See the historical sights of Old Montreal, a.k.a. Vieux-Montréal, on an immersive, private walking tour. Following a private guide, you'll learn about the city's history, which dates back to 1642, as you visit attractions such as Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel, Place d'Armes, and the Old Port of Montreal. Free of big tour groups and with ample chance to ask questions, you'll enjoy a more personalized way to see the city's best.

Enjoy a relaxing way to sightsee and admire some of Montreal's top sights on this narrated cruise along the St. Lawrence River. Travel aboard a vessel that's complete with sunny terraces and a glass-enclosed dining area, passing area landmarks including the Jacques-Cartier Bridge, the Biosphere, the Olympic Stadium, and the scenic shoreline. Along the way, hear tales about the city’s founding and rich history.

Enjoy a new way to discover the best of Montreal—and keep things personal—on this small-group, nighttime city tour. Following pickup at your hotel, embark on a driving tour through Old Montreal, to Mount Royal Park, and more, all while your guide shares insider stories about the sights. Then, with admission to the Port of Montreal Tower and Grand Roue observation wheel, you'll enjoy a new perspective on the city.

If you're looking for a themed night out in Montreal where you can enjoy some drinks, with a special twist, don't settle for a night of normal bar hopping. Instead try this spooky Montreal pub crawl to three of the city's haunted pubs. Along the way, follow your guide, sip a few discounted drinks—at your own expense—and hear some real ghost stories.

Embark on a captivating journey through downtown Montréal with a local guide, delving into the vibrant streets and the intricate network of the Underground City. This tour offers an extraordinary glimpse into Montréal's diverse history, cultural evolution, and architectural marvels. Begin by traversing bustling streets filled with unique shops, cafes, and landmarks, each with a story to tell. Your guide will share insights into the city's development and its diverse cultural influences. As you enter the Underground City, discover a subterranean world where shopping centers, offices, and transit hubs connect to create a thriving ecosystem beneath the streets. Learn about its origin, functionality, and significance in Montréal's urban landscape. This exploration is a perfect blend of history, culture, and architectural innovation, revealing the essence of one of Canada's most iconic cities.

Gain insight into Canada’s colorful heritage on this Jewish history walking tour in Montreal. Follow your guide through Montreal’s Plateau neighborhood, where many Jewish people settled from the early days of the 20th century. Learn of life for the settlers in those early days and see where they lived, worked and worshiped as they built new lives for themselves far from home. Discover synagogues, schools, hospitals and cultural hubs built by the settlers, and hear how they helped shape the face of modern Montreal today.

Discover a side of Montreal that few other visitors get to experience—and see many of the city's top attractions from the air—on this private helicopter flight. Pick between two itineraries: Choose the Montreal tour to admire Vieux-Montreal, the Olympic Stadium, and more, or select the Saint-Laurent Circuit admire aerial views of Jean Drapeau Park, the St. Lawrence River, and more. Whichever you pick, you'll enjoy a memorable, special way to explore.

During this historical and cultural tour of Old Montreal, you discover the most famous places of this old district and also explore the local culture and the more unusual aspects of our beautiful metropolis! All this in a small group (15 people maximum) and with a certified guide holding a permit issued by the city of Montreal.

Visit buzzing eateries and busy watering holes on this market and food tour in Montreal. Explore Jean-Talon Market and a section of Little Italy with your guide and discover ‘farm-to-table’ produce, Canada-style. Gain insight into Montreal locals’ love of fresh food and sample some yourself at one of their hole-in-the-wall eateries. Meet the producers who work hard to keep standards high, and gain insight into the Vietnamese, Italian and Latino influences spicing up Canada’s cuisine.