Top Montreal Historical Tours

If you’re not familiar with Montreal’s past, it can be difficult to fully appreciate the historical and cultural significance of Old Montreal on your own. Gain a deeper understanding of local history, architecture, culture, food, and art, and take the hassle out of finding your way around the labyrinthine cobbled streets on this small-group walking tour. Get insights from your local guide as well as recommendations on places to eat, drink, and explore.

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.

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

There’s a lot to see in Montreal, from the Old Port of Montreal to the Olympic Stadium, but the top sights are scattered across the city. Get your bearings on a half-day best-of-Montreal bus tour that explores the city’s most fascinating neighborhoods and landmarks. See Mount Royal Park, the historic waterfront, Chinatown, and much more, all with a guide to share stories about Montreal’s history and culture along the way.

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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.

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.

See Montreal the way locals do — off the beaten path and full of surprises. This self-guided walking quest uses your smartphone to lead you through puzzles, trivia, and hidden stories scattered across the city. Each stop brings a new discovery and challenge. Solve them all to complete the quest, or take detours whenever something catches your eye. This 1–2 hour private adventure is available 24/7. No guide, no group — just you and Montreal. Available in 5+ languages.

We’ll wander past grand basilicas, cozy bakeries, hidden courtyards, plazas, markets, statues and so much more. You’ll see where French settlers laid their roots, where revolutions stirred, and where art, food, and architecture all collided to create something uniquely Montreal. So bring your curiosity, a camera, and maybe an appetite, this is a city best explored with all your senses. Your tour begins at the Montreal Museum of Archaeology and History, Pointe-à-Callière — the exact spot where the city was born. The tour is location aware and plays as you walk. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour never expires.

Discover Montreal with Experience Tour Canada, your local expert in curated private tours, and uncover a fascinating, lesser-known side of the city on this exclusive 2-hour journey through its underground galleries. More than just a winter refuge, the RÉSO is a vast urban network filled with history, art, and hidden connections. Explore passageways and shopping galleries while learning how Montreal became home to the world’s largest underground city. Admire artworks, murals, and cultural spaces, pass through iconic downtown landmarks, and discover how this unique network transformed daily life. Learn the story behind the RÉSO’s construction and how it became one of Canada’s most impressive examples of urban innovation, seamlessly connecting restaurants, offices, hotels, and public transit.

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 (including the especially creepy tale of Montreal's vampire serial killer).

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.

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.

Get a personal introduction to downtown Montréal on a two-hour private walking tour that offers flat-rate pricing for your group of up to 8 people. You’ll see the heart of the city, then go beneath the streets to explore a network of shops, restaurants, museums, apartments, and sites in the ‘Underground City.’ With an expert guide to lead the way, learn about the fascinating history and culture of Quebec’s biggest city, the perfect way to get your bearings in Montréal.

Explore the rich layers of history in Montréal with a self-guided walking tour that takes you through iconic sites and hidden gems. Starting from the World Trade Centre, this 2.8 km route invites you to wander cobbled streets and historic landmarks, all while enjoying fun quizzes and engaging audio commentary. Whether you choose to walk solo or team up with friends, this tour offers a unique way to learn about the city’s past without the pressure of a group. It's perfect for history buffs and casual explorers alike, available daily at your own pace. - Self-guided tour allows for complete flexibility - 2-hour duration with 10 interactive quizzes - Explore at your leisure in any weather - Requires a charged smartphone and comfortable walking shoes

Discover Montreal's intoxicating blend of French romance and North American energy with our self-guided audio tour, allowing you to explore Canada's most European city at your own pace. Begin in Old Montreal where cobblestone streets and the soaring Gothic Revival interior of Notre-Dame Basilica transport you to New France's colonial past. Wander through the artistic heart of the Plateau Mont-Royal. Climb Mount Royal, the volcanic hill that gave the city its name, for panoramic views of the downtown skyline, the St. Lawrence River, and the distant Monteregian Hills. Explore the underground city where 32 km of tunnels connect shopping centers, metro stations, and cultural venues in the largest weather-protected pedestrian network. Discover the creative energy of Mile End. Experience the markets of Jean-Talon and Atwater where Quebec's farmers, cheese makers, and maple syrup producers showcase the province's culinary richness. Savor poutine, smoked meat sandwiches, and the BYOB bistros.

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.

With so many microbreweries and lengthy beer menus to choose from, choosing where and what to drink in Montreal can be a challenge. On this tour, explore the Latin Quarter with a beer-loving guide who will take you to the best local brewpubs, sampling beers at each. In between drinking, you’ll get to see and hear more about nearby sights, such as Place des Arts, Saint-Louis Square, and more.

Explore the enchanting world of the Ice Hotel and witness the stunning beauty of Montmorency Falls on this one-day adventure from Montreal. Start your day with a visit to the Hôtel de Glace, an artistic marvel made entirely of ice, before marveling at the majestic Montmorency Falls, the highest waterfall in Quebec. A guided walking tour through the historic streets of Old Quebec, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers insights into its rich history and culture. Enjoy free time to discover charming shops and cafes in this picturesque city. - Visit the magical Ice Hotel, open from December 25,2025 to March 22, 2026 - Marvel at Montmorency Falls, 30 meters taller than Niagara Falls - Guided tour included in Old Quebec with local insights - Depart from Montreal in the morning at 7am and return by 8:30 p.m.

Dive into the rich history of Old Montreal with a guided walking tour, tracing the city's roots back to 1642. Your journey begins by delving into the narrow streets and historic sites that have defined Montreal's evolution over the centuries. With your knowledgeable guide, uncover the stories behind key landmarks such as Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel, an iconic site with deep religious significance, and Place d'Armes, a bustling square that echoes Montreal's storied past. Explore the Old Port of Montreal, once a vital hub for trade and commerce, and stroll through the district's charming cobblestone streets. Your guide will share captivating tales and insights, revealing the unique cultural tapestry that makes Old Montreal so special. This tour provides a deeply immersive experience, inviting you to ask questions and engage with the history, ensuring an unforgettable exploration of one of Canada's most historic areas.

Savor a gourmet evening in Montreal with this sunset dinner cruise along the St. Lawrence River. Soak up stunning views of the Old Port, Jacques-Cartier Bridge, and the Biosphere while indulging in a locally inspired 3- or 5-course meal crafted on board. Afterward, hit the dance floor to the sounds of a DJ set or unwind on the upper deck, sipping cocktails and soaking in panoramic views under the starlit sky.

Explore Québec City and the surrounding region on this guided, full-day sightseeing tour from Montreal. Hop aboard your coach to visit Québec City’s top attractions, including the UNESCO-listed Old Québec, Place Royale, and the Plains of Abraham, before venturing into the scenic countryside to see Montmorency Falls. Hear commentary from your guide along the way, and enjoy convenient hotel pickup and drop-off from downtown Montreal.