Montreal's Plateau Mont-Royal and Mile End Tour by MTL Detours

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3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

MTL Detours List of Recommendations for things to discover in the area and in Montreal
Special bonus treats
Exclusive group of only 10 people = much more personal than other walking tours with larger groups
Local, certified guide with city permit = the best fun, upbeat and knowledgeable guides in Montreal!
MTL Detours, founded in Montreal, is a 100% locally owned + operated small independent tour company
Local taxes

Although not mandatory, a tip/gratuity for your guide is customary and is very appreciated!
Hotel pick up and drop off. Guests must make their own way to our meeting location.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Institut de tourisme et d'hôtellerie du Québec
3535 R. Saint-Denis, Montréal, QC H2X 3P1, Canada
Meet outside on the sidewalk of the main entrance of ITHQ at 3535 Saint-Denis, Montréal, QC H2X 3P1 Arrive 10 minutes early and note that we can't wait for latecomers.

End point

Café Olimpico - Mile End
124 R. Saint Viateur Ouest, Montréal, QC H2T 2L1, Canada
The tour will end in the vicinity of St-Viateur St and Waverly

Operating hours
.10:00 am

Itinerary

Le Plateau Mont-Royal

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Mile End

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Tour operates from May to October. Please come prepared for weather conditions. In case of very inclement weather, please monitor for messages from us.
Not recommended for travelers with any impairments, challenging mobility restrictions due to distance covered and length of tour. Most of the tour is walking/standing.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Minimum age to attend is 12 yrs old. All participants require a paid ticket.
This tour is in English.
This tour is owned and operated by MTL Detours Montreal Walking Tours mtldetours.ca
Please note that there is a large amount of walking for most of the 3-hour tour and spots to sit are limited.
Also available as a PRIVATE tour. Please contact us!
Bonus treats: we sadly cannot accommodate dietary restrictions
Note: this tour ends at a different location than the start point.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 33 reviews

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We had a wonderful time...

Maureen_B, Oct 2025

We had a wonderful time on this tour. Our tour guide , Katherine, was fantastic and so knowledgeable. We learned about history of the area, architecture, and the cultural aspects of the ever changing neighborhoods. We especially loved seeing the murals all over the area. We were all introduced to some delicious food (bagels and natas). Would highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

We’re so happy to hear you had a wonderful time with Catherine on our Plateau Mont-Royal and Mile End Tour! We love that you enjoyed the murals, history, and tasty treats as much as we do; it’s definitely one of the best ways to experience the neighbourhood. Merci for choosing MTL Detours and thank you for recommending the tour!

Tom was a great tour...

Anne_D, Oct 2025

Tom was a great tour guide. His perspective greatly showed us 2 neighborhoods that we never went to before.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed exploring Montreal's Plateau Mont-Royal and Mile End with Thom! He loves sharing his perspective on these neighbourhoods! It’s wonderful you discovered parts of Montréal you hadn’t seen before! We appreciate your kind words, and we hope you enjoy the rest of your visit! Merci for choosing MTL Detours!

Fun way to see Mt Royale

Laurel_G, Sep 2025

This is a long tour, so wear comfortable shoes and a hat. The bagels were the grand finale and the Portuguese Nata were a lovely start. Our guide was well informed and took great care of everything.

Fascinating tour with Christine

Jonathan_B, Sep 2025

This is a wonderful and fascinating tour. Our guide, Christine, is a great and entertaining teacher. We learned all about the successive waves of immigration that made the Plateau and Mile End what they are, and the architecture, careful urban planning and life of these unique neighborhoods. She's thoughtful and a total pleasure to listen to. For foodies, Catherine will explain all about smoked meat, bagels and poutine, and you'll get a scrumptious bagel and the most delicious Pastel de Natas tart outside of Pirtugal.The three hours fly by. Take this tour! . Jonathan Ben-Asher

Wonderful tour of two great neighborhoods

Jenny_A, Jul 2025

Wonderful tour, Catherine was a fantastic guide - very engaging and knowledgeable. A fun way to see the city.

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Thank you! We're so happy to hear you had a great time exploring with MTL Detours guide Catherine — she truly loves sharing the city in a fun and engaging way. Delighted it added something special to your visit!

Well worth your time!!

Karen_S, Sep 2024

Highly recommend this tour. We learned a lot, had fun with Thom who really went out of his way to make the experience fun and informative. Readers will not regret booking this walking tour!!

So fun to hear the...

burger, Sep 2024

So fun to hear the stories of the neighborhoods and the people who lived and live there! Our tour guide did an amazing job bringing history and culture to life.

Life in Montreal

Allen_H, Sep 2024

Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and showed us many things worth seeing. He showed us a mural painted on a wall of Leonard Cohen where he once lived. He told us all about him. That was just one of the many things our guide showed us.

Great tour of Mile end and Plateau

Brett_B, Jul 2024

Tom did a great job of showing us both historical and current points of interest. Engaging, funny and thoroughly enjoying spending time with each of the group. Highly recommend Tom and MTL tours

Response from Host, Jul 2024

Thank you for leaving one of our amazing guides such a lovely review. Thom will be so happy to hear how much you enjoyed your walking tour around Plateau Mont-Royal & Mile End with him. We at MTL Detours appreciate your 5-star review and for recommending us to others!