Top Montreal Walking Tours - page 5

As the only licensed Montreal expert guide, woman of colour in the province of Québec. I will take you through the discovery of Montreal's Historical Black history from the 1600s to the present. My 25+years of knowledge, experience , research will be shared about Montreal's unique black history, Jazz history, the period of prohibition, the role of the railway in the story. I began giving Black history, Jazz and neighbourhood tours in 1997. Only guests and their own party will be on the tour The pace will be adjusted to guest pace, it's a leisurely tour As a private tour, guests have full access to their guide during 2 hours I will provide guides with suggested reading material if interested, activities, recommendations on places to eat Compliments well with my two Old Montreal Walking Tours where we can continue the discussion and discovery of Montreal's Black heritage.

Embark on a fascinating, private journey through Montreal’s hidden underground city, a sprawling network beneath the vibrant streets of downtown. As you navigate this subterranean labyrinth, you’ll uncover exclusive shops and exquisite dining options shielded from the weather above. Surface in the bustling heart of Downtown Montreal to soak in the rich history and modern pulse of the city. Your adventure culminates at Place des Arts, where the best of Montreal’s cultural scene comes to life. This tour isn’t just a visit; it’s a discovery of hidden gems and celebrated landmarks making you the hero of your Montreal story. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

Discover the highlights of Montreal with your personal local guide on this private, customizable walking tour. Tailor your experience to your interests and pace, capturing photos and videos at every stop, while enjoying insights and stories that go beyond the usual public tours. Visit iconic landmarks like Dorchester Square, Saint-Paul Street, the John Young Monument, Notre-Dame Basilica, Montreal City Hall, Boulevard Saint-Laurent, Place des Arts, and the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts. With stops designed to showcase the city’s culture, history, and vibrant atmosphere, this 2–3 hour tour offers a unique and immersive way to experience Montreal. Perfect for first-time visitors, couples, families, or small groups seeking an unforgettable, personalized adventure – reserve your private tour today.

Step into the Montreal art scene with a private tour of the historic Belgo Building. Accompanied by your guide, you’ll wander between contemporary art galleries, dance studios, and artists’ studios while learning about the cultural history of the building. Discover what sparks your imagination as you get an insider’s perspective on one of Montreal’s artistic hubs.

Embark on a private, romantic journey through Montreal’s most cherished locales on our tour. Walk hand in hand through the historic heart of the city, from the timeless elegance of Place d’Armes to the bustling energy of Place Jacques-Cartier. Discover unique treasures at the Bonsecours Market and seek tranquility at the Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel. Cap off your enchanting day with a sunset stroll along the Old Port, where the city’s history blends seamlessly with the beauty of the St. Lawrence River. Make yourself the hero of your love story with this unforgettable romantic escapade. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

Have some fun as you explore Downtown Montreal by playing this exploration game on your mobile device. Dive into Prohibition-era Montreal by solving challenges and unlocking stories as your phone guides you to the next location. You’ll visit places like Sakura Garden, Parc Sun-Yat-Sen, Place de la Paix, and more. As a mix between a tour, escape game, and treasure hunt, this is a unique way to explore Montreal city.

Do you believe in the paranormal? Hosted by professional ghost hunter Dominique Desormeaux of Investigations 13, Haunted Montreal’s “Paranormal Investigation: Colonial Old Montreal” takes guests on a dark adventure into the mysterious world of ghost hunting. Founded in 1642, the Ville-Marie Colony has seen countless public executions, torture, wars, beheadings, people burned alive, murders, and other horrific acts. Numerous unsettled spirits were created both during the religious paranoia of the New France Era and the bureaucratic brutality of the British Regime, which took over in 1760. Guests will learn strategies and techniques to locate and communicate with spirits. Ghost-hunting tools such as Dowsing Rods, EMF Readers, Temperature Guns, and other devices will be made available to reach out to the many deranged spirits that haunt present-day Old Montreal.

Discover the local shopping scene and its fashion DNA with a professional stylist as you embark on a curated shopping circuit. Learn more about the art of styling your body features and take a figurative soft tour outside your comfort zone as your stylist pulls pieces for you to explore and try. Think of it as a mini style consultation followed by recommendations and a hands-on practice session during the shopping tour where you can ask any fashion and style-related questions. Prior to your shopping tour, you will be sent a little shopping form to help personalize your style tips. And following your fashion escapade, you will be sent some tour souvenir photos.

Montreal’s history and culture are revealed bit by bit on this private scavenger hunt. Solve challenges and compete to answer trivia questions as you discover all the city has to offer. Whether you’re in Montreal for the first time or looking for a fun birthday activity, this self-guided adventure offers the perfect experience.

Rediscover this neighbourhood at the heart of Canada’s cradle of industrialization; home to the English, Irish, Scottish and French Canadians but with a long history of community engagement and a long beer history as well. We will explore beer and its different facets in the Pointe from micro-breweries to taverns, food and beer pairings as well as the history of beer in Montreal from its early beginnings in New France. Drink and be merry while exploring the neighbourhood with a guide that knows their history and beer. The tour lasts 4.5 hours and includes approximately 3 kilometers of walking. The tour is done on foot and includes: 2 microbreweries 1 Tavern A historic diner Two beer focused boutiques with food savoury and sweet pairings The history of Pointe-Saint-Charles, the Lachine Canal and New France, always linked with beer!

Join this enlightening 5-hour voyage to coffee heaven in Montreal with an expert guide. Immerse yourself in the rich history of coffee around the world (and even more particularly in Montreal) as you sample delectable espresso creations from cold brews to pastries paired with crudités over tastings. Take part in a hands-on class where you roast your own blend before sipping away at heavenly espressos topped off with an espresso martini.

Semi-private - 2 to 8! Discover the charm, history, and hidden stories of Old Montreal on a walking tour led by a licenced guide. Travel back more than 380 years as you explore the birthplace of Montreal, where cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and vibrant public squares reveal the city's fascinating past. This personalized experience allows you to explore at your own pace while enjoying engaging stories, local insights, and recommendations from a professional guide. Visit some of Old Montreal's most iconic landmarks, including Place d'Armes, Notre-Dame Basilica, Place Jacques-Cartier, the historic waterfront of the Old Port of Montreal, and many hidden corners that most visitors miss. Learn about the founding of Montreal and the city's French origins, Indigenous history and early settlement, the fur trade and the rise of commerce, and pivotal moments that shaped the city, Montreal's unique blend of French and English influences, and local architecture,culture, and daily life.

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 the Montreal Biodome, a world-famous marvel where nature’s ecosystems come alive. Explore vibrant rainforests, icy Arctic habitats, and Canadian wildlife in this iconic Olympic site turned haven of biodiversity and conservation. Tour is available in following language: English & French German, Italian & Spanish Highlights: • Discover the wonders of the Montreal Biodome with a 5-Star Licensed Private Guide • Enjoy seamless admission with our Skip-the-line Tickets • Explore vibrant rainforests, icy habitats, and native Canadian wildlife up close • Learn fascinating stories about ecosystems and conservation efforts worldwide • Immerse yourself in the Biodome’s transformation from Olympic site to icon Embark on a private 2-hour adventure at Montreal’s iconic Biodome with Rosotravel, where nature and science unite in a stunning immersive experience. With timed entry tickets, avoid delays and step straight into this marvel.

Montreal has become world-famous for being the North American trailblazer in the urban street art scene. The city hosts two major graffiti festivals each year: UNDER PRESSURE and MURAL. Under Pressure celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2021 and hosts live talks, skating and painting sessions, and music with a focus on community development and youth engagement. MURAL is a massive international celebration of the arts that attracts millions every year since 2012. You'll find over 80 murals and installations by an amazing array of street artists around the St Laurent strip. On your two-hour private walking tour, you'll get to explore the famous St-Laurent Boulevard, the core visual identity of the city, that attracts major artists such as Roadsworth, Chris Dyer, Omen, and Bonar as well as collectives like HVW8 and En Masse - and so many more!

Embark on a captivating, private walking tour of Old Montreal, where every step tells a story. As you traverse the cobblestone streets, you’ll uncover the rich tapestry of history that defines this city. From the architectural splendor of Place d’Armes to the bustling marketplace at Place Jacques-Cartier, immerse yourself in a blend of cultural heritage and modern vibrancy. Feel like a true explorer, discovering secret courtyards and enjoying panoramic views at the Old Port. This tour isn’t just a journey through Montreal’s past; it’s your gateway to becoming a part of its lively present. Join us to not only see Montreal but to experience it authentically—where you aren’t just a visitor, but the heart of the adventure. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

Welcome to Montréal, the French Capital of the Americas in the middle of the grandiose St.Lawrence River. It’s a unique and multicultural city that’s proud of its French and English heritage, and also open to the world. On this self-guided audio tour with Context Travel expert and tour guide, Bruno-Serge Boucher, you’ll find out how the city got its start. You’ll also see where the French dropped anchor, where the Catholic Church established its churches, and where English entrepreneurs founded their banks and businesses. The tour starts on the corner of Place d’Youville and Place Royale, at the very place where Montréal was founded in 1647. After being struck by the splendour of the Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal, you’ll continue to Place Jacques-Cartier, a square regularly filled with markets and festivities. You’ll end the tour at the Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours Chapel – the very same chapel that’s featured in the song “Suzanne”, by Leonard Cohen, who was a Montreal-native.

Most people walk past the same buildings every day without asking why they were built, who they were built for, and who they belong to now. This is not a tour where you observe from a distance. You become part of an active cultural thought process, and without you, it wouldn't be the same. Join Kateryna Kobylianska, a Montreal-based artist with a background in cultural studies, originally from Ukraine, for a 2-hour walk through Old Montreal and its gallery district. We'll step inside spaces most visitors rush past, meet the people behind them, and look at art, architecture, and culture the way an artist does: with curiosity, and the kind of questions that stay with you. Along the way: a bank turned creative hub, galleries that couldn't be more different from each other, indigenous art that carries centuries of memory, and a city that keeps rewriting itself without erasing its past.

Descend into one of the world's most ambitious urban experiments. Montreal's RÉSO is not just a series of tunnels; it is a 33-kilometer subterranean metropolis born from a radical philosophy of winter urbanism. On this immersive journey, you will uncover the hidden architectural masterpieces, the contested history of historic preservation, and the complex social dynamics that thrive beneath the frost line. Join an urban planner and a curious local as they decode the floor tiles, ceiling heights, and forgotten fragments of history that make up this climate-controlled labyrinth. - A 2.7 km self-guided tour with 6 stops over 94 min - Ideal for travelers interested in Urbanism, Infrastructure & Innovation and Social Fabric & Everyday Life - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

Explore Montreal with Experience Tour Canada, your local expert in curated private tours, on an exciting 2-hour walking experience from the renowned Museum of Fine Arts to the charming Old Port. This immersive tour offers a complete and engaging view of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Begin at the Museum of Fine Arts and stroll along elegant streets like Rue Sherbrooke, known for its impressive architecture and upscale shops. Discover the vibrant Place des Arts, Montreal’s cultural hub, where art and music come together. Continue into Old Montreal, with its cobblestone streets, the majestic Notre-Dame Basilica (exterior visit), and charming cafés and boutiques. The tour ends at the Old Port, where the city’s colonial past meets modern life along Saint Paul Street and the St. Lawrence River. A perfect introduction to Montreal, whether it’s your first visit or a rediscovery of its unique charm.

Solve a self-guided mystery walk through Montreal's Old Port. You play an archaeologist whose team uncovers a 20-metre stone statue at the Pointe-à-Callière dig. By morning it has vanished, and the trail turns supernatural. Use the Questo app on your phone to follow the trail across 10 real Old Port landmarks: Pointe-à-Callière, the Daniel McAllister Tug, Habitat 67, La Grande Roue, and the Voiles en Voiles pirate ships. Solve riddles, decode puzzles, and chase the giant down the St Lawrence. Each chapter has its own puzzle and a piece of Old Port history, from the 17th-century fur trade to the 2017 Ferris wheel. Start anytime, pause whenever, and pick up where you left off. Allow around 50 minutes for the full 2.8 km route along the river promenade. Family friendly, great for couples on a Montreal weekend, or anyone who wants to see the Old Port through a story.

This murder mystery experience is a true whodunit with suspects, alibis and a twist ending. Every clue hides in something real: a plaque, a statue, a facade in the streets of Le Plateau-Mont-Royal. You will collect the evidence, piece together the case and accuse a suspect at the finale. We offer 24/7 customer support and built-in hints to guarantee that you never stay stuck. Also, the app will provide real historical facts and local legends about the landmarks you're visiting, making a learning experience as much as it's a fun one. The game can be played anytime, at any hour, and will take you ~90-120 minutes with optional cafe breaks. You can pause and resume whenever you want (even on another day). Total walking distance involved is about 1.5 miles and the game will end in the same area where it started, making it easy to fit into your day. It has intermediate difficulty and it's perfect for solo adventurers, couples, friends, families with older kids, or team-building events.

You’ll try everything from karnatzel to kichel while learning about the culinary history of Jewish Montreal. Starting with kosher third-wave coffee from Café Navire, take a guided journey through the beautiful Mile End and Outremont neighbourhoods, home to some of the city’s most vibrant Jewish communities. Along the way, you’ll explore iconic kosher bakeries and delis, and discover how generations of Jewish immigrants helped shape Montreal’s unique food culture.

Explore Montreal's Jewish heritage - hear tales of resilience, culture, and faith while uncovering hidden gems and historic landmarks of Mile End. See the Museum of Jewish Montreal, Rue Hutchison's Orthodox synagogue, and many more Jewish sites. Tour is available in following language: English & French German, Italian & Spanish Highlights: • Discover Montreal’s Jewish heritage with a 5-Star History Expert-Guide • See the Museum of Jewish Montreal and learn about the city’s cultural roots • Admire Congregation Belz and hear stories of faith and community resilience • Marvel at Rue Hutchison's Orthodox synagogue and its enduring traditions • Learn the legacy of Congregation Ahavath Israel and its role in Jewish history Experience the fascinating Jewish heritage of Montreal with a private walking tour that reveals the city’s rich cultural tapestry. Led by a 5-Star Licensed Guide with deep expertise in local history, this exclusive tour uncovers both highlights.