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An extensive network of bike paths makes Montreal the perfect place to explore by bicycle, but navigating them as a newcomer can be confusing. This e-bike tour covers the city center’s most important sites with a guide so you can focus on the views rather than a map. Pedal through downtown, Old Montreal, and the banks of the St. Lawrence River as a guide shares stories about Montreal history and culture.

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.

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.

Step into Montréal’s hidden universe beneath the streets for a 2-hour immersive experience through the city’s vast indoor underground network (RESO). Hosted by a passionate local, this experience blends art, architecture, and lesser-known stories as we move through iconic landmarks, a Parisian-style metro entrance, public art, hidden cafés, and major transit hubs. Along the way, discover how hundreds of thousands of people move through this climate-controlled network daily, especially during Montréal’s extreme seasons. This is a storytelling-based cultural experience shaped by personal knowledge, observations, and lived city experience. It is designed to offer a local perspective rather than a formal or institutional narrative. With years of experience hosting visitors from around the world, guests often highlight the welcoming atmosphere, insider feel, and unique photo opportunities. This experience is host-led and focuses on cultural exploration and local perspective.

Immerse yourself in the dark side of Old Montreal on this exciting ghost walk. After darkness falls, follow your expert guide through the hidden streets of Old Montreal as they bring Montreal's fascinating history to vivid life through spooky stories about Montreal's ghosts, criminals, and history of witchcraft.

It's easy to get lost exploring Montreal's Underground City, which spans for miles. Discover all its quirks and highlights in a more efficient way on a tour led by a local stand-up comedian and TV host. Get great views of the city, learn where to find some of its best bites, and more, all while staying inside.

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 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. The tour starts at 360 Rue Saint-Jacques in Montréal’s historic district.

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.

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.

Montreal’s Mile End neighborhood boasts an array of dining options. Embark on this guided walking tour to savor a variety of the area's culinary delights, ranging from smoked meat poutine to Greek pastries to the iconic Montreal bagels. Along the way, immerse yourself in insightful commentary about the community and gain a sneak peek into Montreal's trendy neighborhood.

On this small-group Montreal bike tour, head off the tourist trail and discover some of the city's most characterful neighborhoods that most visitors miss. Venture to characteristic areas like Plateau, Mile End, Little Italy, and more, and stop to spot street art and visit the Jean-Talon Market. As you go, learn more about the city's history and culture from your guide, and stop for a famous Montreal bagel.

If you're a first-time visitor with limited time to explore, this group tour is an efficient way to see the best of Montreal. From Mount Royal and Old Montreal to the waterfront and St. Joseph’s Oratory, Canada's largest church, you'll take in the most important sights while learning all about the city's history from your guide.

Take in views of the Montreal skyline from the waterfront on this guided boat cruise. Tour the city’s scenic waterways and listen as your guide regales you with facts and stories about King Edward Quay, Jacques Cartier Bridge, the Montreal Clock Tower, and much more, all the while keeping an eye out for hidden gems along the coastline that most tourists miss.

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.

Explore one of Montreal’s oldest public markets while sampling fresh foods from local stalls and eateries on this half-day small-group food tour. Enjoy family recipes and locally sourced treats such as hand-carved meats, freshly baked breads, and maple syrup tarts, all while learning about the city’s food scene. Discover the spots many tourists miss with your guide's insights.

See the best of Montreal with this comprehensive full-day private tour. Ride in style in a luxury SUV as you visit sites like City Hall, Mount Royal Park, the Old Montreal historic district, Olympia Park, and more. You'll learn about the city’s history and culture from an experienced local guide as you discover top highlights. This is sure to be an experience you won't soon forget!

Even if you’re short on time while visiting Montreal, you can still see many of the sights in a condensed time by prebooking this short St. Lawrence River sunset boat tour from Old Port of Montreal. This boat tour sets off from the port and passes main city highlights such as the Clock Tower, Victoria Bridge, and Habitat 67. Plus, you can listen to interesting city info while you cruise.

Explore the city of Montreal on this scooter tour that takes travelers through back streets and past top attractions. Learn about interesting neighborhoods as you cruise along on an electric scooter.

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.

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.

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.

Travel from historic Old Montreal to the borough of Plateau Mont-Royal on this walking tour of the city. Visit the ornately decorated Basilica then wander the streets of Vieux-Montréal while learning about the city’s history and checking out its street art. Plus, make stops in the entertainment district and Chinatown.

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.