Truly unique architectural design! Built for the 1967 Expo and designed by Moshe Safdie, this condo…read morecomplex is truly unique and worth seeing. We didn't have time to book a tour, but tours are offered. We slowly drove by Habitat 67, then illegally parked the car and took some photos. Traffic was minimal the day we visited. The Wall Street Journal ran a story on Habitat 67 on September 7, 2022. That article reported that monthly dues are now $760 / cube / month and that the complex needs some structural repairs.

I was on the waterfront by the Ferris Wheel and was wondering what the building across the water!?…read moreIt was so cool looking. So then I researched it and discovered it was Habitat 67! What a cool housing and architectural landmark. I highly recommend to drive over and see this amazing piece of architecture. I did not realize there is a guided tour. If I had more time, I would have done a tour. I could not stop looking at this beautiful building.

During our last visit, we spent some time just relaxing and hanging out around the Old Port. My…read morehusband and stepson got on the ferris wheel (La Grande Roue de Montréal) and had a great time, being able to see far from atop. The tickets were $28CAN per adult. There are also places to rent paddle boats and many benches to sit and enjoy the scenery. There are food trucks in one area of the Old Port and shops in another section A great place, day or night to hang out and people watch...

Vieux-Port de Montréal, or the Old Port, is part of the Vieux-Montréal area of the city. Along with…read morethe adjacent area that's filled with shops and restaurants, this is one of the top destinations for tourists visiting the city. There's a lot to see and do here; the promenade is quite long, and is filled with great views of the water and surrounding architecture. One of the main focal points here is La Grande Roue de Montréal - a large Ferris wheel that sits right on the water's edge. Additionally, there are carnival rides, food trucks, ziplining, and a beach that's open seasonally. Since I was there in autumn, most of the attractions and beach areas were closed for the season. It was still a great experience though because there were clear views of the water and foliage in the background. I also found myself sitting, people watching, and soaking in the aesthetics. No matter what time of the year, though, it's definitely worth stopping here during your time in Montreal.

We were on our way to the Latin Quarter via Rue Saint Denis and passing by Rue Sainte Antoine when…read morethe green rooftop and interesting architecture of the exterior of Place Viger caught my eye a block away. We were drawn to it by its aesthetics, but as we drew closer we noticed all the boarded up windows and construction permits on the doors. Appearances aside, I felt a very strong negative energy about the place. I immediately knew the place was haunted. I heard children crying for their mothers and the sadness engulfed me. I felt a tightness in my chest so I practically ran back across the street. On my way back, I noticed broken glass on the sidewalk near the front of Place Viger. It looked like shattered glass from a car accident. As soon as I was across the street, I felt a whole lot better. All of sudden, a car collided into the front of another car as it turned onto the block. No one was hurt, but both cars were dented. The drivers pulled their cars over to the front of Place Viger. Ever since that experience, I keep thinking about Place Viger so I did some internet research and learned the history of it. Whether you believe in spirits or not, it's worth a quick walk around the outside.

Beautiful architecture reminiscent of some of the old French prisons I have seen. Did not get a…read morechance to see the inside, but was struck by the beauty of the outside. It used to be a combined railway station and hotel but has not been used for that in years. Since, it has been converted into a school.

The Short Version: Neighbourhood in Montreal around…read moreConcordia University. Good variety of inexpensive eateries. The Long Version: Shaughnessy Village is one of my favourite neighbourhoods in Montreal. Its northern boundary is Sherbrooke St. W. and spans as far south as Rene Levesque Blvd. To the east is Guy St. and to the west is Atwater Ave. Lots of Concordia University students live in this area and as a result, there are lots of cheap eats to be had. Once upon a time when I was living in Montreal, $0.99 pizza slices were ubiquitous, but there was this one pizza shop either on St. Marc or St. Mathieu that had $0.49 pizza slices and I'd go there often. The place is long gone, but you can still find food for pocket change in the area. Supermarche Bonjour (de Maisonneuve Blvd W) has fresh pork or vegetarian bao buns for $1.50 each (the beef baos are $2). These prices are a bit of an outlier though, but I'd say you can eat well for about $10-$15 a meal easily in this area. There's a good variety of cuisines in this neighborhood, which has only gotten even more diverse over the last few years. PA Supermarket is in this neighbourhood. It's an independent grocery store that usually has great deals. I used to shop there a lot when I was a poor and starving student and all these years later, they are still around. And they've expanded too and have opened new locations since I left Montreal. Great little neighbourhood, especially for diverse inexpensive casual eateries. Review #235 (2025)

Shaughnessy Village also known as Concordia. You will find Concordia University located smacked in…read morethe center of Shaughnessy Village. B and I came here to explore the neighborhood and also to grab food. At Shaughnessy Village you will find a lot of Japanese, Korean and Chinese restaurant. The neighborhood is very busy during the day. The streets are clean and I would say it is a safe neighborhood. It is a densely populated neighborhood. Oh guess what B's favorite restaurant Gyu Kaku is located in Shaughnessy Village.

"Mother, do you think they'll drop the bomb? Mother, do you…read morethink they'll like this song? Mother, do you think they'll try to break my balls? Ooh, mother, should I build the wall?" (Pink Floyd) It stood from 1961 through 1989. It was 87 miles long and stood between 11.5 and 14 feet high. It fully encircled West Berlin and separated it from East Berlin and East Germany It had 116 watchtowers that were manned 24 hours a day by armed guards to prevent East Germans from fleeing into West Germany. Over the years, somewhere between 100 -200 people were gunned down by guards trying to escape to the West. David Bowie in 1987 and Bruce Springsteen in 1988 held "pro-freedom" concerts at the wall. On June 12, 1987, President Ronald Reagan famously challenged Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev with the iconic words: "Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall!" Two and a half years later, the wall became a thing of the past as public pressure against East Germany and mass protests from a growing populist movement led to the end of the wall. Crowds of East Germans on one side, and crowds of West Germans on the other side stormed the wall, climbing on it, pushing it over, and smashing it with hammers and pickaxes. Soon, the two governments began to officially dismantle and demolish the wall. Many Germans kept pieces of the wall as souvenirs, and larger sections traveled around the globe as pieces of public art and monuments. In 1992, this segment of the wall was donated by the city of Berlin to the city of Montreal on Montreal's 350th anniversary. The wall is covered in spray paint and graffiti and measures nearly 4 feet wide and 12 feet tall. It incongruously sits in an indoor office park mall on the lower level of the Centre de Commerce Mondial de Montreal. What an unexpected piece of history to run into.

You can see a real piece of history within the Centre de Commerce Mondial de Montreal…read more A segment of the Berlin Wall was given to the city of Montréal in 1992 for its 350th birthday. This segment of the wall comes from a location near the Brandenburg Gate. It was a bit surprising to find this in Montreal when I was there but it is rather cool.

This physical brick and mortar museum centrally located on The Main at Duluth serves as a hub from…read morewhence a multitude of experiences have their provenance. Walking tours serve to enable the public to more vividly and viscerally interact with the past history of and the present-day life in Jewish Montréal. These walking tours showcase different aspects of life in the Jewish community. There is the Beyond the Bagel walking tour which focuses on the historical culinary traditions and institutions that have shaped the tastes (as well as whetted the appetites) of Montréal denizens. There is the fascinating architectural walking tour wherein we explore the many landmark buildings which served the Jewish community. This is a very special museum ... and a great concept! #Urbex has come to the museum scene in the city folks and I enthusiastically implore you all to come check it out. There is also a lovely café attached to the museum where you can have a knish or three and maybe some borsht. You must try the most sublime and decadent ice cream sandwich you've ever dreamed of ... rosewater custard ice cream sandwiched betwixt two cardamom spiced cookies ... what?!? Have you ever heard of such a thing. They've got very very good and exactingly measured drip coffee for your Java jones-ing pleasure. There are cool totebags and postcards as well as many books and buttons to peruse. The Museum of Jewish Montréal adds an historical and complex dimension to the intricately woven multicultural mosaic that is our beautifully vibrant city. The museum is dedicated to preserving and sharing the history and profound influence that Hebraic culture has had in the shaping of Montréal. Maps play an essential role here; even more essential is the role of the observer, whilst one studies and explores the cultural topography afoot, one must also observe the history that is hidden beyond the ornate façades and stained glass. Jewish Montréal is ubiquitous because Jewish Montréal is Montréal. From our love of food to our history, from the central (Main) artery of our city radiating outwards until island meets river, we see how Montréal has been beautified and made more radient by our Jewish community.

Our "Beyond the Bagel" Jewish food walking tour was a fun and fascinating way to learn about the…read moreJewish community in Montreal. Our guide Colin was (as billed) a culinary and historian superstar, and he was patient and thorough answering our many questions. Every moment was informative and delicious! The history of Jewish Montreal is rich and colorful and well-told through the medium of food; our favorites were the cheese crowns from Boulangerie Cheskie and, of course, the grand-finale smoked meat sandwich from Schwartz's. We also enjoyed the art exhibit and gift shop at the pop-up location where we ended our tour. Highly recommend, and thank you!

As a huge Disney fan, I couldn't help but come here admire the structure that surely must have been…read morethe inspiration for Epcot's Spaceship Earth. The museum itself is kind of lacking in content and you'll probably spend less than 30 minutes. I definitely would have felt ripped off if I had paid the full admission fee vs the passport deal. In summary, the structure itself is really the best part and attraction, but it's okay just to admire it from the outside.

a new discovery and now one of my favourites museums in montreal! I can't believe it took me this…read morelong to visit. Everything is so fun to look at and read and learn, the views at the top are also very nice with comfortable couches to just sit relax and enjoy. I loved reading about the history of the building as well as walking through the small garden area. What's also nice about this place is that there isn't many people so you can enjoy at a leisure pace and peacefully. This is an instant add to my list of recommendations for people visiting the city.

Even with the viewing tower closed for renovations during our visit, Parc Olympique de Montréal was…read morestill a great stop. The Olympic history is front and center, and it's pretty special to walk around a site that once hosted such a major event. They've done a nice job turning the grounds into a peaceful, scenic park space that feels welcoming and easy to explore. The surrounding area, including the Biodôme and other museums, adds even more to do if you have time.

I'm sort of a history guru, so when I planned my trip to Montreal, I penciled in a few hours to…read morevisit Olympic Park. I was shocked at how well kept the area was and that there were still activities going on at the facility (swimming, food trucks, music, play areas for children, etc etc etc). I visited Olympic Park in Munich 3 years ago and I could see that it's been fairly neglected over the years. Nice job, city of Montreal.

The Quartier Latin is part of the Quartier des Spectacles. It has lot of restaurants lined up. It…read moreis definitely not as busy as the Quartier des Spectacles. It runs along Denis Street as the main street of the Quartier Latin. You will find in this neighborhood a movie theater, Bibliothèque et Archives nationales du Québec (BAnQ), lots of restaurants, bars and other beautiful architectures. One thing that caught my eyes here is the beautiful pattern on the floor. The neighborhood is clean and lively. B's favorite brewery Saint Houblon is located in the Quartier Latin. We highly recommend you coming to check this neighborhood out.