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Travelling to Montreal
A charming mixture of French culture and cosmopolitan atmosphere set to the backdrop of the virgin landscapes of the Province of Quebec, Canada’s second-largest city has a European aura in the heart of North America. The Canadian metropolis is in reality an island on the navigable Saint Lawrence River on its way towards the Atlantic.
With a charming architectural style, beautiful roads, friendly neighbourhoods, wonderful monuments and a vibrant cultural life, Montreal is overflowing with personality.
In amongst the downtown skyscrapers stands Mount Royal, an urban oasis of green with the impressive dome on the church of Saint Joseph’s Oratory, dominating the city’s skyline. Stroll through the cobbled streets of Vieux Montreal with the retro aroma of other eras as far as the promenade along the beautifully adapted docks in the old port. Spend hours sauntering around on a bicycle or on snow-shoes and feel as though you are in Paris when in the Latin Quarter of Montreal. Walk around the fashionable districts of Plateau and Mile End.
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Sightseeing in Montreal
Wander through the streets of the Old Montreal (Vieux Montreal) and take a stop at the historic Notre-Dame Basilica. This imposing cathedral dating to 1824, with its colourful stained glass and ornate woodcarvings, combines spirituality with spectacle.
Visit the impressive Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, one of the most important museums in the whole of North America. Admire the building’s architecture and its exceptional collections with over 40,000 artefacts: from objects produced by the Inuit Eskimos and archaeological finds from the Mediterranean, to Islamic art and paintings by Picasso and Matisse.
Don’t miss the renowned Musée d'Art Contemporain de Montréal and its rich collection of works from 1939 until today. Check the programme of temporary exhibitions, which is known for hosting internationally acclaimed artists and amazing performances.
Saint Joseph's Oratory, which dominates on the north side of Monte Royale park, is dedicated to the patron saint of Montreal. Built in a Renaissance style in the first half of the 20th century, this imposing basilica has the third-largest dome in the world, which dominates the city’s horizon.
Built in 1976 for the Olympic Games, the Montreal Tower is the tallest inclined building in the world, with a remarkable 45-degree slope. Don’t miss the opportunity to go up to the top in the funicular (175 metres) to enjoy the spectacular 360-degree panoramic view of the city from its Observatory.
Admire the cornucopia of colours and fragrances in the Montreal Botanical Garden, a wonderful complex of twenty themed gardens, ten greenhouses and 22,000 plants.
Things to do in Montreal
Enjoy a stroll through Mount Royal Park, created by the architect who also designed Central Park in New York. This historic park (1876) contains a beautiful lake, footpaths for walking and cycling, an ice rink and ski slopes.
Follow the inhabitants of Montreal to the beautifully adapted docks in the old port, a favourite spot of the locals for a stroll and to relax. Visit the impressive Centre iSci along the King Edward waterfront and solve the scientific puzzles through interactive applications for all ages.
If you are a fan of extreme sports, then you must try rafting or a jetboat in the wild waters of the Saint Lawrence River.
Food and Entertainment in Montreal
The map of Montreal’s nightlife is an exhilarating kaleidoscope of performances by the legendary Cirque du Soleil, vast clubs with famous DJs on the decks and dancefloors where you can dance until dawn, live jazz and Canadian folk venues, underground dives, and quiet pubs and lounge bars in which you can enjoy a glass of aged Canadian whisky.
Follow the student crowds of ΜcGill University to the funky bars of the Quartier Latin. First, however, dine in one of the bistros or brasseries of St Denis Street, with the French cuisine and romantic décor, which will transport you straight to Paris.
Explore the haunts of St Laurent Avenue in the district of Plateau, in Mile End, Mount Royal and the Old Port.
Discover the cosmopolitan character of the local cuisine in the ethnic restaurants of Chinatown, Little Italy and the Greek district of Prince Arthur Est.
Try the local smoked salmon and beef in the fantastic restaurants that you can find strolling along the cobbled streets of Old Montreal.
Shopping in Montreal
Montreal's main commercial street is Ste Catherine in the city centre, but you can also find many shops along St Laurent Boulevard in the Plateau district and on Laurier Avenue in Mile End.
Head to Little Italy, where you will find over 400 shops in the shopping district of Plaza St-Hubert, in between Bellechasse and Jean Talon Streets. Discover vintage pieces, sports clothes and equipment for outdoor activities, great jewellery and accessories made from strange materials in the boutiques and concept stores, and in the studios of both emerging and established Canadian designers.
In the daily open-air market in the old port you will discover little second-hand treasures in amongst the antiques, decorations and handmade items of popular art.
If you are looking for original souvenirs, buy collectible posters with retro landscapes of Montreal and Canadian nature.
Getting from the airport to Montreal
Take the 747 Εxpress bus from Montreal/Trudeau airport in the direction of Montreal (Berri - UQAM station). The route operates from Montreal Airport 24 hours a day. The route has a total of 11 stops and the journey time is 45-70 minutes, depending on the traffic.
Alternatively, you can take the 747 Εxpress bus from the airport in the direction of Lionel-Groulx metro station. Buses run during peak hours (from 11 am to 8 pm) and without an intermediary station, every 25-35 minutes.
You can also buy a daily/monthly/yearly ticket for use on the buses or metro from the vending machines in the international arrivals area.
Youthful and delightfully cosmopolitan, Montreal is a creatively unsettled city of intense experiences. Book your flights for Montreal with Olympic Air and land in a modern metropolis with the aroma of another era that wins visitors over with its vibrancy.