{"id":451663,"date":"2026-09-23T21:13:55","date_gmt":"2026-09-23T19:13:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/"},"modified":"2026-10-15T09:37:57","modified_gmt":"2026-10-15T07:37:57","slug":"montreal-canada-things-to-see","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/","title":{"rendered":"Montreal, Canada: 22 Things to See and Do in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I&#8217;ve seen Montreal twice, and each time was completely different. The first time with my mum, it was my <strong>very first Canadian destination<\/strong> ever. We were so excited that we ran around practically every imaginable sight before moving on to Quebec City. The second time, Luk\u00e1\u0161 and I flew here for <strong>his first encounter with Canada<\/strong>, but by then we took a much more relaxed approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We stayed in the <strong>craziest Airbnb in the city<\/strong> for 20 dollars a night with some Indian hosts. I&#8217;d never seen so much dust in one place in my life, so we really just slept there and escaped outside as quickly as possible. Instead, we enjoyed the culture, <strong>sat in the park and ate<\/strong> local treats. And you know what? That second version was actually much better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Montreal, Canada isn&#8217;t a city for frantically ticking off a checklist\u2014it&#8217;s simply <strong>a city for sitting and soaking up the atmosphere<\/strong>. If you&#8217;re planning to visit this year, I need to warn you right at the start about one crucial thing so you don&#8217;t make the trip unnecessarily. The iconic <strong>Montreal Tower is closed for all of 2026<\/strong>, so plans for epic views need to be redirected elsewhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ad0a1675b220&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ad0a1675b220\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1168\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/kamenne-ulicky-stareho-montrealu-734817a6.jpg\" alt=\"Stone streets of Old Montreal\" 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counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" 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href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#Where_to_Stay_in_Montreal\" >Where to Stay in Montreal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#22_Things_to_See_and_Do_in_Montreal\" >22 Things to See and Do in Montreal<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#1_Mont-Royal_and_Kondiaronk_Viewpoint\" >1. Mont-Royal and Kondiaronk Viewpoint<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#2_Belvedere_Camillien-Houde\" >2. Belv\u00e9d\u00e8re Camillien-Houde<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#3_Notre-Dame_Basilica_and_AURA_Show\" >3. Notre-Dame Basilica and AURA Show<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#4_Vieux-Montreal_and_Place_dArmes\" >4. Vieux-Montr\u00e9al and Place d&#8217;Armes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#5_Pointe-a-Calliere\" >5. Pointe-\u00e0-Calli\u00e8re<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#6_Marche_Bonsecours\" >6. March\u00e9 Bonsecours<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#7_La_Grande_Roue_de_Montreal\" >7. La Grande Roue de Montr\u00e9al<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#8_Montreal_Science_Centre\" >8. Montreal Science Centre<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#9_Montreal_Museum_of_Fine_Arts_Musee_des_beaux-arts\" >9. Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (Mus\u00e9e des beaux-arts)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#10_McCord_Stewart_Museum\" >10. McCord Stewart Museum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#11_Redpath_Museum\" >11. Redpath Museum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#12_Barbie_Expo\" >12. Barbie Expo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#13_Saint_Josephs_Oratory\" >13. Saint Joseph&#8217;s Oratory<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#14_Olympic_Park_and_the_Closed_Tower\" >14. Olympic Park and the Closed Tower<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#15_Biodome\" >15. Biod\u00f4me<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#16_Botanical_Garden\" >16. Botanical Garden<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#17_Parc_Jean-Drapeau_and_Biosphere\" >17. Parc Jean-Drapeau and Biosph\u00e8re<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#18_Habitat_67\" >18. Habitat 67<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#19_Underground_City_RESO\" >19. Underground City (R\u00c9SO)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#20_Jean-Talon_Market\" >20. Jean-Talon Market<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#21_Marche_Atwater_and_Lachine_Canal\" >21. March\u00e9 Atwater and Lachine Canal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#22_Plateau_Mont-Royal_Mile_End_and_Little_Italy\" >22. Plateau Mont-Royal, Mile End and Little Italy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#Where_to_Eat_in_Montreal\" >Where to Eat in Montreal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#Where_to_Go_from_Montreal\" >Where to Go from Montreal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#How_does_transportation_work_in_Montreal_and_how_much_does_it_cost\" >How does transportation work in Montreal and how much does it cost?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#How_do_you_get_from_the_airport_to_the_center\" >How do you get from the airport to the center?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#When_will_the_Montreal_Tower_reopen\" >When will the Montreal Tower reopen?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#Can_I_get_by_with_English_in_Montreal\" >Can I get by with English in Montreal?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#How_many_days_do_I_need_to_explore_Montreal\" >How many days do I need to explore Montreal?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#Is_the_combined_Espace_pour_la_vie_ticket_worth_it\" >Is the combined Espace pour la vie ticket worth it?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/montreal-canada-things-to-see\/#What_should_I_try_in_Montreal_if_I_dont_eat_meat\" >What should I try in Montreal if I don&#8217;t eat meat?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TLDR\"><\/span>TL;DR<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li><strong>Montreal Tower is closed:<\/strong> A massive renovation is underway throughout 2026; it will reopen in spring 2027 with a new glass cable car.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Getting around the city:<\/strong> A single ride on the island still costs 3.75 CAD, but for tourists the <strong>24-hour pass at 11.50 CAD<\/strong> offers the best value.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>From the airport:<\/strong> The REM train is still under construction (opening at the end of 2027); for now you need to use <strong>bus 747<\/strong>, which runs 24\/7.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Language:<\/strong> The official language is French. You&#8217;ll get by with English in the city center, but a simple <strong>&#8220;Bonjour&#8221; opens doors<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Food tip:<\/strong> An authentic Montreal bagel is <strong>completely meat-free<\/strong>, baked in a wood-fired oven, and the best ones are in the Mile End neighborhood.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Views:<\/strong> Instead of the closed tower, head to <strong>Mont-Royal to the Kondiaronk viewpoint<\/strong>, which is the highest-rated spot in the city.<\/li>\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Visit_Montreal\"><\/span>When to Visit Montreal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Canadian winter is the real deal and Montreal is definitely no exception. Prepare for <strong>serious cold, piles of snow, and icy winds<\/strong> that tear through the wide streets. If you go in January or February, you&#8217;ll be saved by the huge underground city, the heated Biod\u00f4me, and plenty of interactive museums. Even in the freezing cold, the popular Igloofest music festival takes place here. It&#8217;s <strong>by far the cheapest period for flights and hotels<\/strong>, but it&#8217;s really not ideal for long romantic walks outside along the river.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to visit is therefore <strong>from June to September<\/strong>, when the city finally lives outdoors and sheds its winter coats. Restaurant patios open up, parks fill with picnicking families, and the biggest events take place. For example, the famous Jazz Festival takes over the entire huge Quartier des Spectacles in the city center, and a large portion of the concerts are <strong>outside and completely free<\/strong>. If you want to experience it firsthand, the 2027 edition is scheduled from June 25 to July 4, 2027.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you love nature and a quieter atmosphere, consider <strong>the second half of September and first half of October<\/strong>. During this magical window, the trees in the parks turn shades of red, orange, and gold. It&#8217;s <strong>the ideal time for fall colors<\/strong>, especially if you&#8217;re planning weekend trips outside the city north to the Mont-Tremblant area. For Montreal itself, ideally set aside <strong>three to five days<\/strong>, so you have enough time for markets, long breakfasts, and peacefully soaking up the atmosphere. In three days you can cover Old Town and the viewpoints, but five days will give you that proper relaxed vacation feeling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Stay_in_Montreal\"><\/span>Where to Stay in Montreal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Strategic accommodation is key in Montreal because the city is truly huge and you don&#8217;t want to spend hours on the metro during your vacation. If you want to be close to historic streets, caf\u00e9s, and the old port, look for accommodation right in <strong>Vieux-Montr\u00e9al (Old Montreal)<\/strong>, which breathes charming European atmosphere. If you prefer modern buzz, shopping, and skyscrapers instead, choose the <strong>Downtown (Centre-ville)<\/strong> neighborhood, where you have direct access to the extensive heated underground city network\u2014something you&#8217;ll appreciate especially during the brutal winter months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We always carefully search for and book our accommodation through Booking, where with a bit of luck you can find great deals and discounts. I&#8217;ve selected <strong>three specific hotels<\/strong> for you that have consistently excellent ratings, clean rooms, and strategic locations for exploring the city on foot:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li><strong>H\u00f4tel Place d&#8217;Armes:<\/strong> A boutique hotel located right in the heart of historic Old Montreal close to the famous basilica. It offers <strong>elegant rooms and a beautiful rooftop terrace<\/strong> with views of the surrounding historic buildings. This is exactly the type of hotel you go to for an anniversary\u2014even at the cost of a hit to the wallet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=co-videt-v-montrealu&#038;hotelname=Le%20Square%20Phillips%20H%C3%B4tel%20%26%20Suites&#038;address=Montreal%2C%20Canada\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Le Square Phillips H\u00f4tel &#038; Suites<\/a>:<\/strong> A practical choice in the modern city center. The rooms have <strong>their own equipped kitchenette<\/strong>, which you&#8217;ll appreciate especially during a longer stay. Being able to cook something good after a full day of running around is simply priceless. On the rooftop you&#8217;ll also find a very pleasant indoor pool.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=co-videt-v-montrealu&#038;hotelname=M%20Montreal&#038;address=Montreal%2C%20Canada\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">M Montreal<\/a>:<\/strong> One of the highest-rated hostels in the world, offering not only fun shared dormitories but also <strong>quiet private rooms on par with a good hotel<\/strong>. It&#8217;s located close to the busy Sainte-Catherine shopping street, has a great community atmosphere, and you&#8217;ll even find a hot tub on the roof. Luk\u00e1\u0161 and I have moved past our hostel days a bit, but we&#8217;d happily go here.<\/li>\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\ud83d\udca1 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=co-videt-v-montrealu&#038;address=Montreal%2C%20Canada\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">On this map you can compare what&#8217;s currently available<\/a>\u2014you&#8217;ll immediately see how much the price changes a few blocks away.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"22_Things_to_See_and_Do_in_Montreal\"><\/span>22 Things to See and Do in Montreal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let&#8217;s look at the best that this Canadian metropolis has to offer. I&#8217;ve prepared <strong>22 specific tips<\/strong> for you that will guide you from the historic port to the greenest parks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ad0a1675baa2&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ad0a1675baa2\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1201\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/mont-royal.jpg\" alt=\"Mont-Royal and Kondiaronk viewpoint\" class=\"wp-image-418333\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/mont-royal.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/mont-royal-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/mont-royal-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/mont-royal-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/mont-royal-1536x1153.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/mont-royal-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/mont-royal-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/mont-royal-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/mont-royal-1392x1045.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Henrik \/ Google Maps<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Mont-Royal_and_Kondiaronk_Viewpoint\"><\/span>1. Mont-Royal and Kondiaronk Viewpoint<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This iconic hill with its park was designed by the same architect who created New York&#8217;s Central Park, and you can really see it. Mount Royal Park itself is the heart of the city, alive from morning to evening. People run here, read on benches, and weekend picnics are legendary. As I mentioned in the introduction, this is exactly where Luk\u00e1\u0161 and I <strong>would sit on the grass and eat goodies we&#8217;d bought at the market<\/strong>. It&#8217;s a perfect oasis of calm in the middle of a bustling metropolis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The main draw is undoubtedly <strong>Belv\u00e9d\u00e8re Kondiaronk<\/strong>, a huge viewing terrace spread out in front of the historic Chalet du Mont-Royal. From this point you&#8217;ll get <strong>the best view of the city center<\/strong> and the endless wall of glass skyscrapers. It&#8217;s the ideal spot for morning coffee or evening watching of the illuminated city as the sun disappears below the horizon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re planning to go, keep in mind that driving through the mountain isn&#8217;t as easy as it used to be. All motor vehicles are now supposed to use <strong>Chemin Remembrance road<\/strong>. The complete closure of the famous Voie Camillien-Houde road to cars has been postponed to <strong>late 2028 or early 2029<\/strong>, but even so I recommend heading up on foot instead. The walk is much more authentic and you&#8217;ll avoid the complicated search for parking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ad0a1675be52&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ad0a1675be52\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1199\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/belv-d-re-camillien-houde.jpg\" alt=\"Belv\u00e9d\u00e8re Camillien-Houde\" class=\"wp-image-418336\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/belv-d-re-camillien-houde.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/belv-d-re-camillien-houde-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/belv-d-re-camillien-houde-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/belv-d-re-camillien-houde-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/belv-d-re-camillien-houde-1536x1151.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/belv-d-re-camillien-houde-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/belv-d-re-camillien-houde-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/belv-d-re-camillien-houde-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/belv-d-re-camillien-houde-1392x1043.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Klaus Kalus \/ Google Maps<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Belvedere_Camillien-Houde\"><\/span>2. Belv\u00e9d\u00e8re Camillien-Houde<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you&#8217;re already on Mont-Royal, you definitely can&#8217;t miss the second famous viewpoint. Belv\u00e9d\u00e8re Camillien-Houde offers a view of the <strong>eastern side of the city<\/strong> and you&#8217;ll find it right by the road, so it&#8217;s very easily accessible. The view from here really pleasantly surprised us and besides, you won&#8217;t encounter many tourists here compared to Kondiaronk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The atmosphere here is much more relaxed. It&#8217;s a great stop if you&#8217;re looking for a <strong>quieter spot for photos<\/strong> and admiring the scenery. The view looks more toward the <strong>Olympic Stadium<\/strong>, bridges, and residential neighborhoods, which gives the city a completely different perspective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Come here early in the morning right after waking up. It&#8217;s from this eastern side that you&#8217;ll get the <strong>most beautiful sunrise view<\/strong>, bathing the entire city and river in golden colors. You&#8217;ll see plenty of morning runners and photographers with tripods ready.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ad0a1675c1db&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ad0a1675c1db\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2133\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/bazilika-notre-dame.jpg\" alt=\"Notre-Dame Basilica and AURA show\" class=\"wp-image-418341\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/bazilika-notre-dame.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/bazilika-notre-dame-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/bazilika-notre-dame-700x933.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/bazilika-notre-dame-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/bazilika-notre-dame-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/bazilika-notre-dame-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/bazilika-notre-dame-696x928.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/bazilika-notre-dame-1392x1856.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Stijn Lux \/ Google Maps<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Notre-Dame_Basilica_and_AURA_Show\"><\/span>3. Notre-Dame Basilica and AURA Show<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is an absolute jewel of Montreal&#8217;s architecture that you definitely shouldn&#8217;t miss. The neo-Gothic interior of the basilica is bathed in <strong>stunning cobalt blue and radiant gold<\/strong>, creating an unforgettable atmosphere. I&#8217;m not usually much into churches, but here we literally stood there with our jaws dropped. Inside, you&#8217;ll also find breathtaking massive Casavant organs that sound majestic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can take the whole experience up another level with the <strong>evening light show AURA<\/strong>, created by the world-renowned Moment Factory studio. The combination of a classic daytime tour and the breathtaking evening show will cost you <strong>from 45 CAD<\/strong> (around \u20ac30). If you buy this package, it works out about 12 percent cheaper than buying both tickets separately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep in mind that the AURA show <strong>sells out very regularly on weekends<\/strong>, so it&#8217;s better to book your tickets well in advance online on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.basiliquenotredame.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">official website<\/a>. You can easily buy the classic daytime tour directly at the box office in the off-season, but even there you&#8217;ll find pretty long queues during the summer months. Definitely allow at least an hour for the tour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ad0a1675d2b2&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ad0a1675d2b2\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2133\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vieux-montr-al.jpg\" alt=\"Vieux-Montr\u00e9al and Place d&#039;Armes\" class=\"wp-image-418342\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vieux-montr-al.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vieux-montr-al-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vieux-montr-al-700x933.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vieux-montr-al-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vieux-montr-al-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vieux-montr-al-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vieux-montr-al-696x928.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vieux-montr-al-1392x1856.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Robert Bibeau \/ Google Maps<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Vieux-Montreal_and_Place_dArmes\"><\/span>4. Vieux-Montr\u00e9al and Place d&#8217;Armes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The oldest part of the city will instantly transport you to Europe and make you forget you&#8217;re in North America. Cobblestone streets, street performers, and historic buildings create an incomparable atmosphere. This is exactly where <strong>my mom and I explored all the sights<\/strong>, because it&#8217;s simply the tourist heart of the city that will charm you right from the start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The center of all activity is the popular <strong>Place Jacques-Cartier square<\/strong> and the adjacent Old Port (Vieux-Port). The port itself is exactly the part of the city I&#8217;d return to again and again. In summer, it&#8217;s buzzing with life, music playing everywhere, and people sitting at restaurant patios.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best thing is to get lost in the side streets, where you&#8217;ll find <strong>dozens of small galleries and caf\u00e9s<\/strong>. Also stop at Place d&#8217;Armes square right in front of the basilica, where you can watch the surrounding hustle and bustle and where excellent street musicians often play. You can easily spend an entire afternoon here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ad0a1675d77a&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ad0a1675d77a\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2133\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pointe-calli-re.jpg\" alt=\"Pointe-\u00e0-Calli\u00e8re\" class=\"wp-image-418345\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pointe-calli-re.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pointe-calli-re-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pointe-calli-re-700x933.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pointe-calli-re-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pointe-calli-re-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pointe-calli-re-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pointe-calli-re-696x928.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pointe-calli-re-1392x1856.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Ben Pol \/ Google Maps<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Pointe-a-Calliere\"><\/span>5. Pointe-\u00e0-Calli\u00e8re<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to truly understand how this amazing city actually came to be, you must visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/pacmusee.qc.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Pointe-\u00e0-Calli\u00e8re Museum of Archaeology and History<\/a>. It&#8217;s built right <strong>over the actual excavation site<\/strong> where Montreal was first founded in 1642. It&#8217;s a unique concept that combines a modern building with ancient foundations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During the fascinating tour, you <strong>walk through dark underground passages among the remains of the original city<\/strong> and even peek into old stone sewers. Walking through centuries-old excavations is an experience that many people enjoy much more than they expected. The real history breathes up at you from underground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All the exhibits are highly interactive and very modernly designed. In my opinion, it&#8217;s <strong>the best museum for understanding the complex history<\/strong> of the city, and it appeals even to people who don&#8217;t usually go for archaeology. At the beginning of the tour, they also show an excellent multimedia film that pulls you into the city&#8217;s story.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ad0a1675ddcb&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ad0a1675ddcb\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2133\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/march-bonsecours.jpg\" alt=\"March\u00e9 Bonsecours\" class=\"wp-image-418347\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/march-bonsecours.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/march-bonsecours-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/march-bonsecours-700x933.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/march-bonsecours-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/march-bonsecours-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/march-bonsecours-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/march-bonsecours-696x928.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/march-bonsecours-1392x1856.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: March\u00e9 Bonsecours \/ Google Maps<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Marche_Bonsecours\"><\/span>6. March\u00e9 Bonsecours<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;ll find this unmissable monumental building with its <strong>silver dome<\/strong> right above the Old Port, and it looks absolutely stunning in photos. It used to serve as the main bustling city market for locals and even briefly functioned as the city hall itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today inside you&#8217;ll find more <strong>upscale boutiques, caf\u00e9s, and shops with artistic crafts<\/strong>. Inside it has honestly become more of a center for pricier souvenirs. But the building from outside is still breathtaking and definitely worth a photo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Inside there are also several spacious exhibition halls and restaurants where you can go for lunch. Right next to the market stands the charming <strong>Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours chapel<\/strong>, which is known as the sailors&#8217; church and is definitely worth a quick peek into its peaceful interior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ad0a1675e54b&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ad0a1675e54b\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"700\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/grande-roue-de-montr-al.jpg\" alt=\"La Grande Roue de Montr\u00e9al\" class=\"wp-image-418350\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/grande-roue-de-montr-al.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/grande-roue-de-montr-al-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/grande-roue-de-montr-al-700x350.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/grande-roue-de-montr-al-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/grande-roue-de-montr-al-696x348.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/grande-roue-de-montr-al-1392x696.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: La Grande Roue de Montr\u00e9al \/ Google Maps<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_La_Grande_Roue_de_Montreal\"><\/span>7. La Grande Roue de Montr\u00e9al<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Right in the Old Port rises the <strong>impossible-to-miss observation wheel<\/strong>. It gets pretty crowded here, but <strong>the view of the St. Lawrence River<\/strong> and the entire historic center from this height is simply fantastic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A great advantage of this attraction is its <strong>year-round operation with luxurious heated cabins<\/strong>. Even when it&#8217;s freezing cold outside and you&#8217;d rather crawl into bed, here you sit in warmth and comfort enjoying the view of romantically snow-covered Montreal from a bird&#8217;s-eye perspective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The entire ride <strong>lasts about twenty minutes<\/strong> and the giant wheel rotates several times with you. It&#8217;s a great alternative for those days when you simply <strong>don&#8217;t feel like climbing<\/strong> steep hills on foot to get views and want to treat yourself to a bit of comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ad0a1675f435&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ad0a1675f435\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1066\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/montreal-science-centre.jpg\" alt=\"Montreal Science Centre\" class=\"wp-image-418352\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/montreal-science-centre.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/montreal-science-centre-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/montreal-science-centre-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/montreal-science-centre-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/montreal-science-centre-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/montreal-science-centre-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/montreal-science-centre-1392x927.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Centre des sciences de Montr\u00e9al \/ Google Maps<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Montreal_Science_Centre\"><\/span>8. Montreal Science Centre<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Right near the observation wheel sits the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montrealsciencecentre.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Montreal Science Centre<\/a>, which you can&#8217;t miss. It&#8217;s <strong>paradise for families with kids<\/strong> and lovers of <strong>interactive exhibits<\/strong>. You can touch and try everything here hands-on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you get caught by unexpected rain or bitter cold in Montreal, this is <strong>the best indoor program for children<\/strong>. You can easily spend half a day here and there will still be things to try, press, and discover. The exhibits very entertainingly cover physics, the human body, and modern technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Part of this large center is also a <strong>huge IMAX cinema<\/strong> that regularly screens spectacular documentaries about nature and deep space. I highly recommend buying tickets in advance online so you don&#8217;t wait needlessly in long lines at the box office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ad0a1675f803&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ad0a1675f803\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"819\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/v-tvarn-ch-um-n.jpg\" alt=\"Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (Mus\u00e9e des beaux-arts)\" class=\"wp-image-418354\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/v-tvarn-ch-um-n.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/v-tvarn-ch-um-n-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/v-tvarn-ch-um-n-700x448.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/v-tvarn-ch-um-n-768x491.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/v-tvarn-ch-um-n-696x445.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Mus\u00e9e des beaux-arts de Montr\u00e9al \/ Google Maps<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Montreal_Museum_of_Fine_Arts_Musee_des_beaux-arts\"><\/span>9. Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (Mus\u00e9e des beaux-arts)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The city&#8217;s largest museum spreads across four huge interconnected pavilions on Sherbrooke Street and is a real temple of culture. You can easily spend an entire afternoon here without even noticing. You&#8217;ll find <strong>everything from old European masters to contemporary Canadian design<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Touring all the pavilions will take you several hours, so set aside an <strong>entire rainy afternoon<\/strong> for it. The local <strong>collection of Inuit and Canadian art<\/strong> is exceptional, and you simply won&#8217;t see anything similar on such a massive scale anywhere else in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Budget tip:<\/strong> Admission to the <strong>permanent collection is significantly more affordable<\/strong> than expensive tickets to temporary special exhibitions. 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McCord Stewart Museum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This smaller museum sits right in the city center <strong>across from McGill University<\/strong>. It focuses on Montreal&#8217;s daily life, fashion history, and old photographs. I originally didn&#8217;t want to go here at all, but the historical clothing caught me so much that Luk\u00e1\u0161 practically had to drag me out of the exhibition by force \ud83d\ude05. <strong>Definitely recommended!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unlike the big national galleries, this museum is <strong>pleasantly small and quick to tour<\/strong>, so you won&#8217;t get a headache from information overload. 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Redpath Museum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hidden within the historic and green campus of McGill University is this amazing treasure that tourists often walk right past. The natural history museum is housed in a beautiful <strong>Victorian building<\/strong> with wooden display cases. Most people stumble upon it by accident \u2014 and then stay longer than they planned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Inside you&#8217;ll encounter impressive dinosaur skeletons, fascinating fossils, and ancient Egyptian artifacts. The best part is that <strong>admission is completely free<\/strong>, with only voluntary donations accepted at the entrance, which is an enormous rarity in such an expensive city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s <strong>one of the cheapest and most interesting hours<\/strong> you can spend in the city. 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Barbie Expo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re looking for a real curiosity and want a break from serious history, head to the Les Cours Mont-Royal shopping arcade. It&#8217;s billed as the <strong>world&#8217;s largest public exhibition of collectible Barbie dolls<\/strong>. You don&#8217;t have to be into dolls, but this is quite a different world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thousands of unique dolls are displayed here in luxury outfits by famous designers like Dior, Chanel, and Givenchy. This <strong>admission is also free<\/strong>, so this fun experience won&#8217;t cost you a single Canadian dollar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t think of it as a mandatory cultural stop, but rather as a <strong>very amusing and quick break<\/strong> during shopping in the city center itself. The exhibition is truly enormous, the details of the miniature dresses are incredible, and it&#8217;s guaranteed to put a smile on your face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ad0a16760c1c&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ad0a16760c1c\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1231\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/orato-svat-ho-josefa.png\" alt=\"Saint Joseph&#039;s Oratory\" class=\"wp-image-418368\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/orato-svat-ho-josefa.png 1080w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/orato-svat-ho-josefa-263x300.png 263w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/orato-svat-ho-josefa-700x798.png 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/orato-svat-ho-josefa-768x875.png 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/orato-svat-ho-josefa-696x793.png 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Antoine Villeneuve \/ Google Maps<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Saint_Josephs_Oratory\"><\/span>13. Saint Joseph&#8217;s Oratory<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This massive and majestic basilica with its enormous green dome unshakably dominates the northern slope of Mount Royal and is visible from afar. It&#8217;s the <strong>highest point in the entire city<\/strong> and an important pilgrimage site. Its sheer size will amaze you from a distance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Inside you&#8217;ll find, among other things, hundreds of discarded crutches and wooden canes from people who reportedly experienced miraculous healings here. The atmosphere is <strong>quiet, humble, and monumental<\/strong>, so a special calm will wash over you as soon as you walk through the massive doors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The oratory is currently undergoing a very long and complex phased renovation. Plans include a <strong>completely new viewpoint right between the enormous domes<\/strong>, but the date of its grand opening is unfortunately not yet officially confirmed, so we&#8217;ll have to wait a while longer for this experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ad0a167613af&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ad0a167613af\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/olympijsk-park.jpg\" alt=\"Olympic Park and the closed tower\" class=\"wp-image-418373\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/olympijsk-park.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/olympijsk-park-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/olympijsk-park-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/olympijsk-park-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/olympijsk-park-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/olympijsk-park-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/olympijsk-park-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/olympijsk-park-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/olympijsk-park-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Diego Alejandro Le\u00f3n Tamayo \/ Google Maps<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Olympic_Park_and_the_Closed_Tower\"><\/span>14. Olympic Park and the Closed Tower<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Olympic Stadium built for the 1976 Summer Games is a massive architectural landmark that dominates the eastern part of the city. But there&#8217;s one huge catch that unfortunately causes many people to plan their trip unnecessarily. The iconic and leaning <strong>Montreal Tower is closed all of 2026<\/strong> due to extensive renovation and you simply won&#8217;t be able to reach its top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the official construction schedule, it&#8217;s set to open <strong>in spring 2027<\/strong>. After this gigantic renovation is complete, it will offer updated access directly to the roof and a brand new glass cable car that will take you to the top. You&#8217;ll have to sadly skip the breathtaking views from the world&#8217;s tallest leaning tower this year and plan a trip to Kondiaronk Viewpoint instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On top of that, the adjacent stadium is having its roof completely replaced. This giant project costing an unbelievable <strong>870 million Canadian dollars<\/strong> will permanently replace the old retractable roof with a modern fixed version. It may sound like an insane amount, but complete demolition of the entire concrete stadium would have cost the city an unbelievable 2 billion dollars. The new roof is designed to ensure the stadium will function without problems for another 50 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ad0a16761d46&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ad0a16761d46\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/biod-me.jpg\" alt=\"Biod\u00f4me\" class=\"wp-image-418376\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/biod-me.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/biod-me-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/biod-me-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/biod-me-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/biod-me-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/biod-me-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/biod-me-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/biod-me-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/biod-me-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Yash Baheti \/ Google Maps<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Biodome\"><\/span>15. Biod\u00f4me<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Right next to the old Olympic stadium lies salvation for all frozen winter visitors. The popular <a href=\"https:\/\/espacepourlavie.ca\/en\/biodome\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Biod\u00f4me<\/a> houses <strong>four different ecosystems of the Americas under one giant glass roof<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In just one hour you&#8217;ll walk through a <strong>humid tropical rainforest, a cooler boreal forest, the Gulf of St. Lawrence, and frigid subpolar regions<\/strong>. A ticket costs around 25 CAD, which is approximately \u20ac15, and it&#8217;s definitely the best choice in the freezing Montreal winter when you want to warm up a bit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The animals don&#8217;t have any classic sad cages here, but live in <strong>huge open spaces<\/strong> faithfully mimicking their natural environment. In the subpolar section you can spend long minutes with a smile watching <strong>adorable penguins<\/strong> diving into icy water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ad0a16762879&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ad0a16762879\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"800\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/botanick-zahrada-1.jpg\" alt=\"Botanical Garden\" class=\"wp-image-418377\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/botanick-zahrada-1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/botanick-zahrada-1-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: SOMA SUDHARSHANRAO \/ Google Maps<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_Botanical_Garden\"><\/span>16. Botanical Garden<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Close to the Biod\u00f4me you&#8217;ll find a huge and beautiful <a href=\"https:\/\/espacepourlavie.ca\/en\/botanical-garden\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">botanical garden<\/a> that ranks among the largest and most beautiful in the world. When we walked through it, half the greenhouses were in bloom and it was magnificent. You&#8217;ll find a beautiful Chinese and Japanese pavilion here as well as enormous collection greenhouses. A ticket costs <strong>around 22 CAD<\/strong>, which is about \u20ac15. In autumn there&#8217;s also a stunning lantern exhibition called Jardins de lumi\u00e8re.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But be very careful about older information on internet forums. The outdoor gardens <strong>were free only until April 30, 2026<\/strong>. Since then, admission unfortunately costs money, so always carefully verify the current situation on their official website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Money-saving tip:<\/strong> If you want to see more natural science museums in this area, buy the advantageous combined ticket <strong>Espace pour la vie (Space for Life)<\/strong>. It&#8217;s valid for all four major facilities: the Biod\u00f4me, botanical garden, planetarium, and insectarium. It costs <strong>approximately 55 to 65 CAD<\/strong> and is valid for a full 30 days. Anyone who wants to see at least three of them will save significantly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ad0a167640fb&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ad0a167640fb\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1203\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/parc-jean-drapeau.jpg\" alt=\"Parc Jean-Drapeau and Biosph\u00e8re\" class=\"wp-image-418379\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/parc-jean-drapeau.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/parc-jean-drapeau-300x226.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/parc-jean-drapeau-700x526.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/parc-jean-drapeau-768x577.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/parc-jean-drapeau-1536x1155.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/parc-jean-drapeau-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/parc-jean-drapeau-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/parc-jean-drapeau-696x523.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/parc-jean-drapeau-1392x1047.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Sterckx M \/ Google Maps<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"17_Parc_Jean-Drapeau_and_Biosphere\"><\/span>17. Parc Jean-Drapeau and Biosph\u00e8re<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This incredibly vast park stretches across two green islands in the middle of the wild St. Lawrence River. It was created largely for the famous 1967 World&#8217;s Fair Expo 67 and today it&#8217;s a <strong>popular spot for summer family picnics and giant music festivals<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The largest and most photographed symbol of the park is undoubtedly the <strong>Biosph\u00e8re<\/strong>, a huge geodesic dome designed by the brilliant architect Buckminster Fuller. It originally served as the stunning United States pavilion at Expo, and today inside you&#8217;ll find an excellent interactive museum dedicated to environmental protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can get here very easily and quickly on the <strong>yellow metro line<\/strong> directly from downtown. From the islands there&#8217;s also a beautiful view back to the iconic <strong>Montreal skyscraper skyline<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ad0a16764a76&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ad0a16764a76\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"960\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/habitat-67.jpg\" alt=\"Habitat 67\" class=\"wp-image-418381\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/habitat-67.jpg 960w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/habitat-67-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/habitat-67-700x700.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/habitat-67-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/habitat-67-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/habitat-67-696x696.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Habitat 67 \/ Google Maps<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"18_Habitat_67\"><\/span>18. Habitat 67<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is another iconic and famous remnant from Expo 67 that you must see with your own eyes. This concrete modular building by visionary architect Moshe Safdie looks at first glance like a <strong>giant pile of randomly stacked boxes<\/strong> and is an icon of world brutalism. When you see it in person, you really wonder how it can hold together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many confused tourists make the mistake of trying to get inside and knocking on doors. But it&#8217;s a <strong>normal private residential building<\/strong>, so you don&#8217;t normally go inside and the local residents protect their privacy. You can photograph the entire massive complex at your leisure from the opposite bank or during a sightseeing cruise on the river.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you still long to gain deeper insight into the fascinating history of this building, <strong>official paid tours<\/strong> of the surroundings with a certified guide are occasionally organized, but these must be <strong>booked really far in advance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ad0a16766873&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ad0a16766873\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2133\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/swap-416751-19-95e000f8.jpg\" alt=\"Underground city R\u00c9SO \u2014 shopping arcade connected to the metro\" class=\"wp-image-418401\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/swap-416751-19-95e000f8.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/swap-416751-19-95e000f8-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/swap-416751-19-95e000f8-700x933.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/swap-416751-19-95e000f8-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/swap-416751-19-95e000f8-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/swap-416751-19-95e000f8-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/swap-416751-19-95e000f8-696x928.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/swap-416751-19-95e000f8-1392x1856.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Anthony Martorina \/ Google Maps<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"19_Underground_City_RESO\"><\/span>19. Underground City (R\u00c9SO)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When the outdoor thermometer shows a frightening minus twenty degrees in January, this is your only salvation from freezing. The underground city is a vast and intricate network of heated tunnels that <strong>connects metro stations, giant shopping malls, offices, and train stations<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thanks to this, you can walk through half the entire downtown in the dead of winter <strong>wearing just a thin T-shirt<\/strong>, without having to go out into the cold. We ourselves ducked in there at least twice to warm up a bit while waiting for the metro. There are dozens of kilometers of tunnels here, so it&#8217;s very <strong>easy to get lost quickly<\/strong> without a map.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But don&#8217;t expect any mysterious historical catacombs lit by torches. Mostly these are <strong>bright corridors full of shops<\/strong>, cozy caf\u00e9s, and quick food courts. 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Jean-Talon Market<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you love great food, you simply can&#8217;t skip this place during your visit. This <strong>huge covered market<\/strong> in the picturesque <strong>Little Italy neighborhood<\/strong> is a place where you leave with a full stomach and bags full of goodies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can buy the best fresh cheeses from Quebec, real maple syrup, fresh vegetables, and excellent ready-made dishes from around the world. It&#8217;s <strong>the best place to buy a cheap and excellent lunch<\/strong> and take it outside. 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March\u00e9 Atwater and Lachine Canal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The second famous city market, March\u00e9 Atwater, is located in the southwest and you&#8217;ll recognize it at first sight by its distinctive tall clock tower. It&#8217;s <strong>somewhat smaller and, according to many locals, also prettier<\/strong> and more intimate than the huge Jean-Talon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Right next to the market begins the famous <strong>Lachine Canal<\/strong>, along which runs a beautiful bike path. In summer, you can walk or bike from here on a long excursion, and it&#8217;s one of the best ways to see the city completely differently without constantly riding in the dark metro.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>BIXI shared city bikes<\/strong> operate reliably throughout the city <strong>from April to November<\/strong> and are very popular. Just download the simple app to your phone, tap, and you can head out for a ride along the calm water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ad0a167690ee&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ad0a167690ee\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/plateau-mont-royal.jpg\" alt=\"Plateau Mont-Royal, Mile End and Little Italy\" class=\"wp-image-418391\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/plateau-mont-royal.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/plateau-mont-royal-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/plateau-mont-royal-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/plateau-mont-royal-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/plateau-mont-royal-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/plateau-mont-royal-696x392.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/plateau-mont-royal-1392x783.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: MD MEHEDI ZAMAN \/ Google Maps<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"22_Plateau_Mont-Royal_Mile_End_and_Little_Italy\"><\/span>22. Plateau Mont-Royal, Mile End and Little Italy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These aren&#8217;t classic monuments \u2014 they&#8217;re living neighborhoods where the real heart of contemporary Montreal beats. You&#8217;ll find famous <strong>outdoor spiral staircases, huge colorful murals, and the best caf\u00e9s<\/strong> in the entire city. Plateau itself is often called the most photogenic residential neighborhood in North America for its distinctive architecture. You come to these streets without a map just to wander, soak up the relaxed atmosphere, and not check off lists from guidebooks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For vegetarians, this entire area is a paradise full of great options. Of the local specialties, you must try the <strong>Montreal bagel, which unlike many other dishes is completely meatless<\/strong>. It&#8217;s somewhat smaller, denser, and sweeter than the New York one because it&#8217;s traditionally baked in a wood-fired oven. Two legendary bakeries, St-Viateur and Fairmount, are located right in Mile End and both are open 24\/7.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And what about the famous Canadian poutine? Traditionally it&#8217;s made with a meat gravy, but many places here make an <strong>excellent vegetarian version (poutine v\u00e9g\u00e9)<\/strong> that you&#8217;ll fall in love with. On the other hand, the famous smoked meat from the well-known Schwartz&#8217;s Deli is indeed an iconic local specialty, but we avoid it for obvious reasons and prefer to have a bagel instead. If you&#8217;re looking for fully plant-based restaurants, go for a great dinner at TULA or the popular Lola Rosa Milton.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Eat_in_Montreal\"><\/span>Where to Eat in Montreal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Good food<\/strong> is simply part of Montreal, and it would be a shame not to enjoy it to the fullest. As I&#8217;ve already mentioned, this city is very <strong>vegetarian-friendly<\/strong>, and we ate really well here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to taste the famous Montreal bagel, which is beautifully sweet and baked in a wood-fired oven, head to the Mile End neighborhood. That&#8217;s where you&#8217;ll find the legendary bakeries <strong>St-Viateur<\/strong> and <strong>Fairmount<\/strong>. For those looking for something more substantial for dinner, I can wholeheartedly recommend the plant-based restaurants <strong>TULA<\/strong> or <strong>Lola Rosa Milton<\/strong>. And if you like to taste multiple things at once, pop over for lunch to one of the famous markets like <strong>Jean-Talon<\/strong> or <strong>March\u00e9 Atwater<\/strong> \u2014 you can buy fresh cheeses, baked goods, and maple syrup and head out for a picnic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Go_from_Montreal\"><\/span>Where to Go from Montreal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Montreal has an excellent location for further <strong>exploration of eastern Canada<\/strong>. If you have time, definitely <strong>don&#8217;t stay just in the city<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li><strong>Day Trip to Quebec City:<\/strong> A beautiful historic city listed as a UNESCO site lies about three hours away to the east. It&#8217;s good old Europe in North America. This is where <strong>mom and I moved on to<\/strong> after we explored Montreal&#8217;s landmarks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nature to the North and South:<\/strong> If you want to see Canadian wilderness, head north to the <strong>Mont-Tremblant<\/strong> area or south to the <strong>Eastern Townships<\/strong>. These are classic weekend destinations that are most beautiful from mid-September to October, when the forests turn red.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you&#8217;re planning a longer trip across the country, check out our article <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/10-nejkrasnejsich-mist-kanady\/\">Most Beautiful Places in Canada: 12 Tips<\/a>, where you&#8217;ll find plenty more inspiration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Looking for accommodation tips? Read our detailed guide <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/kde-bydlet-v-montrealu\/\">Where to Stay in Montreal<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<!-- LKM_GYG_CARD start q=\"kanada\" lang=\"en\" --><!-- LKM_GYG_CARD end -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are answers to the <strong>most common questions<\/strong> you usually ask me before traveling to Montreal. I&#8217;ve put together everything essential so <strong>you don&#8217;t have to google unnecessarily<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1788634011000\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_transportation_work_in_Montreal_and_how_much_does_it_cost\"><\/span>How does transportation work in Montreal and how much does it cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>As of July 1, 2026, new ARTM fares apply. A single ride on the island has remained at a nice 3.75 CAD, but some monthly passes have increased in price (zone A to 110 CAD). For tourists, the absolutely best option is the <strong>24-hour pass for 11.50 CAD<\/strong>, which lets you ride the heated metro around the center unlimitedly and saves you a lot of money and time.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1788634011001\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_get_from_the_airport_to_the_center\"><\/span>How do you get from the airport to the center?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The REM train station at the airport is still being completed and is scheduled to open only <strong>by the end of 2027<\/strong>, with the journey then taking just 25 minutes and trains running every 10 minutes. Until then, you need to use the reliable <strong>city bus 747<\/strong>, which fortunately runs to the center non-stop, or take a comfortable taxi.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1788634011002\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_will_the_Montreal_Tower_reopen\"><\/span>When will the Montreal Tower reopen?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The observation deck at the Olympic Stadium is <strong>closed for all of 2026<\/strong> due to a massive complex renovation. According to the official schedule, it should open only <strong>in spring 2027<\/strong>. It will have a beautiful new glass funicular and an improved safe access directly to the stadium roof.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1788634011003\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_get_by_with_English_in_Montreal\"><\/span>Can I get by with English in Montreal?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The official language in the entire province is French, but <strong>in Montreal&#8217;s city center itself, you can get by with English without problems<\/strong>. As practical advice, though, I definitely recommend learning at least a basic greeting. A simple <strong>&#8220;Bonjour&#8221; at the beginning of a conversation<\/strong> will open doors and the locals will be much friendlier right away.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1788634011004\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_days_do_I_need_to_explore_Montreal\"><\/span>How many days do I need to explore Montreal?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>For a quick basic tour of the Old Town, one museum, and Mont-Royal, <strong>three days<\/strong> are enough. But if you also want to see the majestic Olympic Park, markets, and leisurely soak up the atmosphere in the famous local caf\u00e9s, it&#8217;s ideal to reserve a full <strong>five days<\/strong> for the city.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1788634011005\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_the_combined_Espace_pour_la_vie_ticket_worth_it\"><\/span>Is the combined Espace pour la vie ticket worth it?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Definitely yes, if you or your kids love nature and animals. The combined ticket for the Biod\u00f4me, botanical garden, planetarium, and insectarium costs <strong>approximately 55 to 65 CAD<\/strong> and is valid for a full 30 days. If you plan to visit at least three of these great places, you&#8217;ll save significantly.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1788634011006\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_I_try_in_Montreal_if_I_dont_eat_meat\"><\/span>What should I try in Montreal if I don&#8217;t eat meat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Montreal is really very friendly to vegetarians and vegans. Try <strong>poutine v\u00e9g\u00e9<\/strong> (traditional fries with cheese and meatless gravy) or traditional maple desserts. 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