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    Ville de Montréal - On Peel just north of Notre Dame.

    Ville de Montréal

    4.2(36 reviews)
    2.2 kmVille-Marie

    One of the friendliest cities I have ever visited. I love the mix of French and English cultures…read moreand architectures. Throughout the year, there are always festivals and cultural events. Not to mention the great restaurants and cafes all over. The French culture brings great bakeries (Pâtisseries) all over the city, from local chains to small mom-and-pop stores. The past few years, there have been more and more pedestrian areas for people to enjoy the businesses without the hassle of car traffic. A city for all seasons.

    What a great city! So much food, art, and culture to enjoy. Centre Bell is such a wonderful…read moreplace to see hockey and the views from Mount Royal and the Biodome to view animal habitats were unmatched experiences as well. Montreal is a city that is quite bilingual although some neighborhoods are more francophone and others more anglophone. The modern areas as well as the old city are worth seeing. In fact it even beat London, DC, Chicago, and Seattle as our favorite city once we went but that got surpassed by Quebec City. Be sure to go to both

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    Ville de Montréal - The often photographed French Second Empire rowhouses off Square-St.-Louis, possibly analogous to San Francisco's "Painted Ladies."

    The often photographed French Second Empire rowhouses off Square-St.-Louis, possibly analogous to San Francisco's "Painted Ladies."

    Ville de Montréal - On the Plateau and looking up to Parc Mont-Royal and the Croix de Maisonneuve, one of the cool kids in the bike lane is giving me the V sign

    On the Plateau and looking up to Parc Mont-Royal and the Croix de Maisonneuve, one of the cool kids in the bike lane is giving me the V sign

    Ville de Montréal - Just off Rue Sherbrooke and north of Berri-UQAM, these are true urban townhouses as opposed to those flats with quirky curved outside stairs

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    Just off Rue Sherbrooke and north of Berri-UQAM, these are true urban townhouses as opposed to those flats with quirky curved outside stairs

    Tam Tam Mont Royal

    Tam Tam Mont Royal

    4.4(36 reviews)
    4.2 kmVille-Marie

    Sunday's at Tam Tams is a given. If you're here in the summer, it's always a blast…read more Two drum circles for your free entertaining pleasure. On a side note, that pink inflatable chair looks comfy. This was the second drum circle, a little smaller but just as feisty and frantic. I was also watching two guys have the most intense hacky sack session. I ventured up (north) through the woods and walked through people doing yoga, acro yoga, slack lining, throwing frisbees, etc. Just lots of chilling, picnicking and hanging out with good food and drinks. I even found my way to the elusive/exclusive medieval sword fighting battle grounds. All I can say is you can't help but stare. Grown adults and kids combine to battle (ie. play fight) with full on gear and costumes.

    A must see event if you're in Montreal on a Sunday. You'll love the feeling you get losing yourself…read morein the music and dancing... or maybe that's just a contact high. It definitely feels like a step back into the 60's with the barefoot dancing, hempen clothing, smell of marijuana, Hare Krishnas, and all. If you like people watching, this is definitely a place to go. Hippies and squares alike can come together in enjoyment of a pleasant afternoon and dance to the music. Maybe try your hand (foot?) at slack line walking, if you're brave try the free cookies from the Hare Krishnas, check out the many wares people sell - mostly jewelry, clothing, pipes and other tchotchkes. Downsides: I didn't see any facilities (not that I think one could accommodate the hundreds of people present) and as a result, a number of people took care of business in the wooded area. There is also a good bit of second-hand smoke (tobacco and pot) floating around, so if you're sensitive to that or are concerned about your children being near that, maybe enjoy from afar. Easy to find/hear from the area surrounding east Mont Royal. If walking's a bit much for you, the #11 bus will take you there from Mont-Royal Metro. Definitely check this out on Sundays!

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    Tam Tam Mont Royal - George-Étienne Cartier Monument

    George-Étienne Cartier Monument

    Tam Tam Mont Royal - Dancing fletchers park

    Dancing fletchers park

    Tam Tam Mont Royal - You never know what you will find at the Tam-Tams

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    You never know what you will find at the Tam-Tams

    Quartier des Spectacles - Skating Rink in center city

    Quartier des Spectacles

    4.9(12 reviews)
    3.5 kmVille-Marie

    Every time I spend time in Montreal, I go to the Quartier des Spectacles because most Ville Marie…read morefestivals take place in this area. In the summer, it's pedestrian only on the area right around St Catherine, so it's easy to get around on foot and see all the stages and sights. The present-day Quartier des spectacles largely overlaps the site of Montreal's former Red Light district, whose history extends back to the beginning of the 19th century. Between the 1920s and the start of the 1960s, the neighborhood was home to an impressive number of cabarets that headlined famous artists. Montreal garnered a reputation as a fun-loving city, and tourists started to arrive in great numbers. The American Prohibition (1920-1933) increased Montreal's popularity, but also created conditions that led to the growth of organized crime, prostitution and illegal gaming houses. It is during this time that the neighborhood was christened the Red Light district. Beginning in the 1950s, professional theatre started to take hold.... in this neighborhood, the new energy took shape in the construction of Place des Arts, the metro system (three stations service the Quartier) and in the establishment of Hydro-Québec's headquarters. The following decade was marked by the building of Complexe Desjardins, which spurred commercial activity in the area, and the campus of the Université du Québec à Montréal, a university founded on the values of the democratization of knowledge and culture. In 1982, the Montreal International Jazz Festival presented outdoor concerts in the neighborhood for the first time. The natural vibrancy of the downtown area along with the many empty lots supported the proliferation and expansion of festivals over the years. Important cultural events became one of the Quartier's motors and one of the principal attractions of the city for tourists and locals alike.

    There is so much going on at the Quartier des Spectacles especially on a weekend or even on…read moreweeknights. You will find a lot of tourist in the area. We arrived on a Tuesday night to Montreal and because we were staying 13 mins walk from Quartier des Spectacles, we came here for a visit. We didn't expect that there would be performance happening at night in the center of Quartier des Spectacles (near Desjardin Complex). At the Quartier des Spectacles, you will find a lot of restaurants and as mentioned before the entrance to the beginning of the Underground Tunnel is located at Desjardin Complex. This part of the city is quite busy after 10 am to 11 pm. Places des Art is also located smack center at the Quartier des Spectacles for those who wants to watch any live orchestral performances. https://www.quartierdesspectacles.com/fr/carte/#places-publiques-animees

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    Quartier des Spectacles - Seasonal market

    Seasonal market

    Quartier des Spectacles
    Quartier des Spectacles

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    Le Mile-End - Farine photo by Julien B

    Le Mile-End

    4.7(7 reviews)
    5.6 kmPlateau-Mont-Royal

    Mile end is so much fun. There are tons of stores and restaurants to discover. Talking walks around…read morethe area is my favourite thing to do. This is where I used to hang around and eat with my friends back in high school, it's where I discovered tons of stores with quirky and special products, it's where I spent the majority of my time since moving to Montreal! There's also a summer festival hosted here and it's top notch!

    Short North meets Italian Village, times 10! Bikes everywhere (PS, this city is very bike friendly…read moreand eco conscious!), not to mention murals on sides of buildings. Everywhere. And they are wonderful representations of this area. This neighborhood is Short North meets Italian Villlage, with a splash of Franklinton mixed in. This district is the place to stroll if you're looking for any kind of a foodies. Poutine, coffee shops and cafes, vegetarian, vegan, fine chocolates, breweries, wine, fine dinning, or just excellent cheap eats, it's all here! There are several mainstay restaurants and businesses in Mile End that are a historical significance for Montreal. Bagel, anyone? Perhaps some ice cream to cool yourself? The district is flush with character and charm. From the murals abound, to the abandoned and revamped warehouses, you can't come to Montreal and not head west to spend a day, or two, or three perusing the sidewalks!

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    Le Mile-End
    Le Mile-End
    Le Mile-End - Google it. Prime example of growing and giving back to the neighborhood!

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    Google it. Prime example of growing and giving back to the neighborhood!

    Vieux-Port de Montréal - 6.21.2025

    Vieux-Port de Montréal

    4.3(128 reviews)
    2.1 kmVille-Marie

    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.

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    Vieux-Port de Montréal
    Vieux-Port de Montréal
    Vieux-Port de Montréal

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    Ville Souterraine RESO / Underground City - Inside

    Ville Souterraine RESO / Underground City

    3.4(69 reviews)
    2.2 kmVille-Marie

    RESO, also called the Underground City, is a network of interconnected tunnels in downtown Montreal…read morethat house a variety of attractions. I've seen something like this similar in Houston, partly for people to escape the heat - so I'm assuming RESO is a way to escape the cold Montreal winters. RESO has evolved to somewhat of a tourist spot; it wasn't on the top of my to-do list but I had some time before heading to the airport and figured it would be a good place to check out. I think RESO has a lot going for it - part of its infrastructure is attached to the Metro, so it's easily accessible once you get off a station. The network contains a decent variety of shopping and dining, though from a food perspective most of the options are quick-service; if you're looking for something sit-down you should look elsewhere. Shopping is typical mall offerings, and they also have a lot of seating areas. Since part of RESO's function is to protect from the cold, I can see people utilizing this as a place to convene. Overall, RESO was just fine. It's confusing to navigate, and I'm sure I didn't see all of it - so a return visit may be warranted. It's not at the top of my list, though, as I feel there are more exciting things to see as a tourist in Montreal.

    Google's location for the Underground City took us to Centre Eaton, which is technically part of…read moreit, but not the whole thing. Centre Eaton is good for shopping. The World Trade Center is better for sightseeing. The information center gave me this map. It was so freaking helpful.

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    Ville Souterraine RESO / Underground City - Inside

    Inside

    Ville Souterraine RESO / Underground City
    Ville Souterraine RESO / Underground City

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    Marché Atwater - Ca Lem. One of the food vendors.

    Marché Atwater

    4.2(199 reviews)
    1.5 kmSud-Ouest
    $$

    Beautiful market with lots of options!!! You can score quite a few deals!! Lots of fresh, local…read moreproduce that looks beautiful. I picked up some fresh produce and a baguette from a store which claimed to have Montreal's #1 baguette. I always love coming to the market. There's so much to see and shop for. I'd recommend coming hungry because there are some stalls in the centre serving full meals. Next time I'll have to go to the flower shop!

    TL;DR/The Short Version: Market selling local and artisan…read moregoods. There's an enclosed indoor section that's open year-round and an outdoors open air section that's open during warmer weather. The Long Version: Atwater Market is a fun market to go to. It's along the Lachine Canal. There's an indoor section that's permanent and open year-round. It houses mostly butchers (selling very expensive meats, lol), cheese mongers, fish mongers and bakeries and other shops selling artisan foods. The outdoor section is seasonal and in the summer it's mostly fruits, vegetables and plants. There's also an open-air food court called Pôle de Saveurs which is open May -October. We ate at Le Petit Sao in the food court and it was excellent. The food court does get a bit crowded though (we went on a Tuesday around lunchtime and it was packed). The outdoor seating is communal picnic tables. If you're a bit antisocial like us, fear not, they have several small round tables for 2 inside the indoors section of the market and most were unoccupied. We snagged a table and had a quiet and comfortable lunch. There's parking on-site. The first 15 minutes is free if you are just grabbing something quick. Otherwise it's $2.25 an hour (rounded up to the hour). It's right by the Lionel-Groux Metro station, so very accessible via public transit. Review #148 (2025)

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    Marché Atwater - The food court area. Very busy on a Tuesday midday.

    The food court area. Very busy on a Tuesday midday.

    Marché Atwater
    Marché Atwater

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    Dendrites - Climbing the stairs!

    Dendrites

    5.0(1 review)
    1.9 kmVille-Marie

    While walking from Old Montreal/the Old Port to Westmount recently, my kid and I walked through…read moreGriffintown and Ste-Henri and the outskirts of downtown. We encountered so many new city features and funky enclaves, it's so interesting to see all the changes in the city and to be present during the ever-evolving city scene. One of many cool and new features we stumbled across was this enormous sculpture/art installation titled "Dendrites", created by Montreal artist Michel de Broin and installed in 2017. The oversized work is located on Rue Nôtre-Dame at the intersection of the Bonaventure Expressway (or the local road, Blvd. Robert Bourassa). If you're walking or driving by this intersection, there's no way you can miss this piece, it's so large, and it resembles actual dendrites (for those of you who've studied anatomy and physiology). It appears to be two organic, freeform staircases comprised of weathered steel. The distressed patina of the metal along with the twisting shapes are reminiscent of tree trunks rising up and branching out from the ground. I love the interactive nature of art installations like this. To me, this is what makes them successful. I love that one can walk up the branched staircases integrated in this work and get various perspectives of the urban landscape surrounding us.

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    Dendrites - Checking out the city from on high.

    Checking out the city from on high.

    Dendrites - Undulating steel staircases.

    Undulating steel staircases.

    Dendrites - Dendrites plaque describing the work.

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    Dendrites plaque describing the work.

    Pointe-Saint-Charles - localflavor - Updated May 2026

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