Top Montreal How to Get Around in 2026

Soar over the Old Port of Montreal on this urban zipline circuit — the first of its kind in Canada. Make your way up an 85-foot-tall tower and holler out a ‘Woohoo!’ as you sail across 1200 feet of zipline. Don’t forget to look down and soak up the spectacular aerial views of Montreal. This 30-minute activity will appeal to thrill seekers and families alike.

Leave Montreal behind and take a private day trip to the Laurentian Mountains without having to rent a car or plan bus transfers. This private day trip can be adapted to suit your tastes, with a guide providing commentary during the drive, information about Mont Tremblant resort, and pointers on how best to spend your day.

Make the most of your time with this curated highlights tour. Day one takes you to explore Toronto. With assistance from your guide, you can book activities such as the CN Tower or Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada. After relaxing in your hotel for the night, head to Niagara Falls to marvel at the natural wonder and the surrounding area.

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.

Visit one of the most historic cities in Canada, Quebec City, without the hassle of driving on this convenient all-day tour from Montreal. This two-in-one tour also includes a visit to Montmorency Falls, which is even taller than Niagara Falls, to add some nature to your day. Get an overview of the city even if you're short on time on a day tour.

Be the first to discover some of Montreal’s fresh new fashion designers on this half-day, small-group with a style coach as your guide. Go off the beaten fashion path to learn about and try on garments by wearable art makers. Fill out a personal fashion questionnaire before the tour and let your style guide set up shopping experiences with local designers that suit your interests.

Taste your way through Montreal’s historic Jewish neighborhood on this delicious walking food tour. Learn about the area’s vibrant culinary heritage and renowned residents as you follow your guide to authentic local eateries including a smoked meat deli, a kosher bakery and an 80-year-old dining institution. Sample neighborhood staples like cured meats, sweets and Montreal’s best bagels on the tour.

Satisfy your appetite for flavors and sights on this half-day food-focused walking tour of Montreal’s Chinatown. Experience a variety of cuisine in the neighborhood as you try dishes including barbecue pork and duck, Hong Kong–style dim sum, and more. Along the way, gain insights from your guide on Chinatown's history and evolution into the neighborhood it is today.

Group tours often only visit well-known attractions. For an insider's view of Montreal, opt for a private, customizable tour just for your party. Before your trip, fill out a questionnaire that will help your guide customize the perfect tour for you. Visit a mix of major attractions and spots that are popular among residents and learn more about the city than you'd be able to on your own.

Discover the City of Music on this private walking tour that hits Vienna's cultural highlights with a musical element. Alongside landmarks such as City Hall Square (Rathausplatz), see Mozarthaus Vienna, where the composer lived during the 1780s, St. Stephen's Cathedral, a world-renowned classical music venue, and the Vienna State Opera's magnificent auditorium. Finish at the House of Music and immerse in one of the world's great interactive museums.

The Plateau Mont-Royal + Mile End - artistic, cultural, trendy Montreal. Get off the beaten path and explore these fascinating areas where the locals live, work and play. Discover Montreal's diversity and multicultural side, beautiful Victorian-era architecture, typical outdoor staircases, green alleys, colorful murals and street art, see several Montreal institutions, enjoy a snack (or two!) and maybe even practice your French! This MTL Detours walking tour has been carefully crafted to show you the highlights of what makes these parts of Montreal so unique and special. Your passionate local guide will keep you entertained with history, secrets, hidden gems and fun facts. This is an exclusive, intimate walking tour with only 10 people. MTL Detours is a 100% locally owned + operated small independent tour company - founded in and based in Montreal. We are the same team behind the bestselling "Explore Old Montreal" walking tour. Book your spot now and bring your curiosity!

Get a taste of Montreal’s multicultural flavor on this private food tour through the Mile End area. Accompanied by your guide, visit the area’s gastronomic hot-spots and discover where the locals love to eat. Enjoy the customization and focus of a private tour, and leave with confidence, knowing you know what’s good in Montreal.

Explore Montreal's Mile End district, home to some of the city's top chocolatiers. This chocolate-themed walking tour will not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also take you behind the scenes of some of the city's best chocolate shops, so you can experience the entire process from bean to bar. Along the way, receive personalized tips and recommendations from your guide, a chocolate connoisseur, and sample at least nine different chocolately treats.

Get a one-of-a-kind insight of Montreal with this Queerstory Tour of the city. Take a walk around town and learn about the true stories of struggle and triumph of the LGBTQI+ community. Remember both the unpleasant and fabulous history of Montreal’s queer people and businesses through stories of the hidden bars, police riots, parties, and protests that paved the way forward for today. You’ll also be given inside tips and recommendations to support LGBTQI+ businesses in Montreal.

With its historic streets and grand monuments, Old Montréal is one of the city’s most atmospheric districts. This small-group walking tour gives you the exclusivity of a private guide without the price tag. Admire landmarks such as Place d’Armes, Place Jacques-Cartier, and Place Royale; admire the beautiful exterior of Notre-Dame Basilica; and listen to stories, historical insights, and architectural gems from your guide that bring the city's rich heritage to life.

Before or after your cruise, get a comprehensive guided sightseeing tour of Montreal aboard a deluxe coach. Your informative and friendly guide will offer live commentary as you pass by several key attractions in the city and more than 200 points of interest, such as Old Montreal, Notre-Dame Basilica and Mt Royal Park.

Embark on a 3- to 4-hour beer-filled adventure through Montreal. This guided happy-hour tour offers an exclusive glimpse into three carefully chosen local breweries. Led by your passionate beer guides, explore different vibrant parts of the city, all while sipping on delicious beer flights and learning the intricacies of craft beer like pros. Get behind-the-scenes access and witness the art of beer-making firsthand. Join your certified expert and satisfy your curiosity with any beer-related questions you have.

Taking a day trip outside of Montreal is tough if you don’t have a car. Avoid the hassle of renting one with this scenic, private day trip to visit Omega Park and Chateau Montebello, two hidden gems just a short drive from the city. All you need to do is sit back and let your guide take the wheel, so you can indulge in the beauty of Western Quebec.

Skip the hassle of finding a taxi or waiting around for a shared shuttle by booking this private arrival transfer and ensuring a smooth and stress-free start to your trip. Meet your driver at Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, and relax in your private SUV or Sedan on the journey to your hotel or private residence in downtown Montreal, Longueuil, or Nun’s Island.

Ensure a smooth end to your Montreal vacation by pre-booking this private departure transfer to Montreal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Avoid the stress of finding a taxi or navigating public transport and be picked up from your Montreal hotel instead. Settle into a sedan or SUV and relax as your private driver takes you directly to the airport in plenty of time for your flight.

With great bike paths and thruways to explore (including canals) Montreal makes a great biking destination—and it’s much faster to explore on two wheels than on foot. With a full-day bike rental, you’ll get to see what you want in the city, how you want, traveling from Old Montreal to Chinatown, The Village, and more.

Discover Montreal’s spooky side, and explore a part of the city that many tour groups miss, on this paranormal-themed excursion. Meet your guide—a professional actor and storyteller—in the evening at Norman Bethune Square, and set off with just a small group for company. You’ll visit supposedly haunted landmarks, spooky crypts, forgotten cemeteries, and other mysterious and ghostly locations. As you go, your guide will share eerie facts and stories about Montreal’s history.

Explore Montreal's coolest neighbourhood, Plateau Mont-Royal and Mile End with an expert private guide. The area is both a living, an ever-changing open-air museum of some world-famous street art, murals, and graffiti as well as home to historic buildings and storied streets. It hums with quirky shops, trendy cafes and pop-ups, chic boutiques, and colourful old buildings dating to the Second Empire in the 19th century. You'll find many arts institutions situated here, such as the National Theatre School of Canada, the Quebec Conservatory of Music in Montreal, Les Grands Ballets Canadiens and many theatres such as le Rideau vert, le Théâtre de Quat'Sous, La Licorne and le Théâtre d'Aujourd'hui, he Plateau is popular with students, artists, and musicians as a major centre for the arts. Most of all, enjoy the creative but laid-back atmosphere and attitude of this fantastic and fabulously pretty area - a must-see tour on your Montreal holiday.

* Exploration of Old Town's historic sights & major landmarks * Iconic Chateau Frontenac & charming, historic Place Royale * Expert tour guide shares historical & cultural commentary