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Montréal offers a wide range of activities and attractions for visitors to enjoy. 

Cycling and Walking

Montréal is a bike-friendly city with a vast network of over 1,000 km of cycling lanes connecting parks, neighbourhoods and waterfronts. The city is ideal for exploring on foot or by bike – from scenic riverfront trails along the Lachine Canal to strolls through lively urban parks. BIXI bike-sharing stations make it easy to hop on a bicycle and discover Montréal's diverse neighbourhoods at your own pace.

Historic Charm – Old Montréal & the Old Port

The cobblestone streets of Old Montréal transport you back in time, with grand European-style architecture such as the Notre-Dame Basilica and the Bonsecours Market’s silver-domed landmark. This 380-year-old district blends centuries of history with modern energy, offering art galleries, boutique shops and waterfront promenades in the adjoining Old Port along the St. Lawrence River. It’s an atmospheric quarter perfect for sightseeing by day or a romantic stroll by night, with the iconic Grande Roue de Montréal Ferris wheel illuminating the skyline after sunset.

World-Class Art (MMFA)

The Montréal Museum of Fine Arts (MMFA) is Montreal’s largest art museum and one of Canada’s most visited museums, featuring nearly 47,000 works that span centuries of art. Visitors can admire everything from ancient artifacts to masterpieces by renowned artists like Rodin, Monet and Rembrandt. With its multiple pavilions and ever-changing exhibitions, the MMFA offers a rich and inspiring experience for art lovers of all kinds.

Taste Local at the Market  

One of North America’s largest open-air public markets, Jean-Talon Market has drawn crowds since 1933. In the heart of Little Italy, this bustling market overflows with fresh local produce, flowers, cheeses, and Quebec specialties year-round. Its lively atmosphere and diverse array of farmers and food vendors make it a delicious stop to sample Montréal’s flavours – from seasonal fruits and maple treats to artisan bread and cheese.

City Views & Nature 

Designed by the landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted (of Central Park fame), Mount Royal Park is a vast green oasis covering over 200 hectares in the city’s heart. Locals and visitors alike hike or bike up “the mountain” to reach the Kondiaronk Lookout, where panoramic vistas of downtown Montréal and the St. Lawrence River await. In every season, Mount Royal offers a refreshing escape into nature – from summer picnics by Beaver Lake to winter snowshoeing – all within minutes of the urban core.

Boutique Browsing & Café Culture 

Considered one of Montréal's most charming creative neighbourhoods, Mile End brims with independent boutiques, vintage shops, bakeries and coffee shops at every turn. Day or night, the streets buzz with activity: locals browsing for vinyl records and local fashion, and friends chatting at sidewalk cafés. No visit would be complete without tasting a famous Montréal bagel from one of Mile End’s legendary wood-fired bagel bakeries – a true local ritual – or enjoying live music at an intimate venue in this eclectic, bohemian quarter.

For more information on things to do in Montréal and the surrounding area, visit Tourisme Montréal.

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