Montreal Vacation & Tourism Guide

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As the second largest city in Canada, Montreal is an exciting cosmopolitan destination, with plenty of attractions for tourists all year long. Known for its French culture and charm, Montreal is a diverse city, providing a variety of museums, churches, neighborhoods, nighlife and parks.

Great Recommendations from Real Travelers

1. Sofitel Montreal Star_rating-4

Real Traveler Rating: 4.8 out of 5 based on 90 reviews from 4 sources

from $104.40
Sofitel Montreal
Based on 90 reviews from 4 sources.
Service: Rating of 4.8 out of 5
Location: Rating of 4.9 out of 5
Room: Rating of 4.8 out of 5
  • " It is a great place to stay." — source Travelocity

    "Friendly courteous staff, went beyond what they had to do for us at the front desk." — source Priceline

2. Loews Hotel Vogue

Loews Hotel Vogue
Star_rating-4
from $147.39

3. Le Saint Sulpice

Le Saint Sulpice
Star_rating-4
from $127.46

4. Springhill Suites Old...

Springhill Suites Old Montreal
Star_rating-3
from $120.64

5. Le St-Martin Hotel &...

Le St-Martin Hotel & Suites
Star_rating-3
from $107.38

6. Hotel Le Crystal

Hotel Le Crystal
Star_rating-5
from $153.73

7. Hotel Kutuma

Hotel Kutuma
Star_rating-4
from $88.84

8. W Montreal

W Montreal
Star_rating-4
from $170.07

9. Chateau Versailles Hotel

Chateau Versailles Hotel
Star_rating-4
from $104.28

10. Hotel de la Montagne

Hotel de la Montagne
Star_rating-4
from $122.83
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  • 1. Old Montreal

    Old Montreal

    The historic city centre is rich in museums, shops, restaurants and grey stone architecture spread ... more

     Real Travelers who've been to Old Montreal

    Brian and Patty Brian and Patty in Day 1 in Montreal said

    … describe Old Montreal. You can tell the Quebecois are very proud of their European (and more specifically, French) roots. In fact… continue reading »

  • 2. Notre-Dame Basilica

    Notre-Dame Basilica

    Notre-Dame's twin towers have served as an Old Montreal landmark since the neo-Gothic basilica ... more

     Real Travelers who've been to Notre-Dame Basilica

    …>The next day we checked out the newer part of Montreal, walked around town and checked out the Notre Dame Basilica of Montreal… continue reading »

  • 3. Biodôme de Montreal

    Biodôme de Montreal

    Housed in a former stadium used in the 1976 Olympics, the educational and ... more

  • 4. Musee des Beaux Arts

    Musee des Beaux Arts

    One of Canada's most famous museums, this popular institution ... more

  • 5. St-Sulpice

    St-Sulpice

    This converted mansion stakes a legitimate claim to \"King of the Montreal Bars.\" Inside, each different room ... more

     Real Travelers who've been to St-Sulpice

    CoCo CoCo in Vacaaannnces ! said

    … découverte de la vie nocturne Montréalaise. Direct dans le bain! nous avons passé la soirée à la térrasse du St Sulpicecontinue reading »

  • 6. Old Dublin

    Old Dublin

    The historic city centre is rich in museums, shops, restaurants and grey stone architecture spread ... more

  • 7. Musee d'Art Contemporain

    Musee d'Art Contemporain

    This large museum of modern artistic work, with an emphasis on artists native to Quebec, includes ... more

  • 8. Olympic Stadium - Montreal

    Olympic Stadium - Montreal

    Roger Taillibert's magnificent building takes a beating in the court of public opinion, but it remains Montreal's most ... more

     Real Travelers who've been to Olympic Stadium - Montreal

    HungryJoe HungryJoe in Missing the bus said

    … looking olympic stadium. Montreal feels a bit like Paris (what with the french speaking and all). People happy to switch to english… continue reading »

  • 9. Canadian Centre for Architecture (CCA)

    Canadian Centre for Architecture (CCA)

    Housed in a much lauded modern building and the 125-year-old Shaughnessy House, this museum offers fascinating glimpses into architecture, ... more

  • 10. Casino de Montreal

    Casino de Montreal

    Located on a beautiful island in the St. Lawrence River, this gaming house is for both tuxedoed high ... more

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  • 1. Toque!

    Toque!

    ... nous tenions à mettre en valeur les produits du terroir québecois et le travail de ceux qui nous ravitaillent. Nous tenons plus que jamais à souligner la contribution de ces fournisseurs qui méritent le titre glorieux d'art... more

  • 2. Globe

    Globe

    ... Globe founded its home 14 years ago in a trendy historic part of Montreal making this the place that will satisfy all your senses. That is what we do best. Are impressive 2-tier seafood platter is a great starter all year r... more

  • 3. Moishe's

    Moishe's

    ... serious money for a slab of beef should bring their credit scores here. The oldest steak-and-seafood house in town is also arguably the finest, with fewer tourists than popular Gibby's in Vieux-Montréal. It has trade... more

  • 4. Wilensky's Light Lunch

    Wilensky's Light Lunch

    ... favorite has been serving sandwiches to hungry diners since 1932. The classic sandwich is simple but oh-so-tasty: slices of bologna and salami on a hard-to- categorize bun, with mustard. You can get cheese on that, but othe... more

  • 5. Ferreira

    Ferreira

    This sunny, warm and whimsically decorated restaurant is geared towards one thing: the appreciation of classic ... more

  • 6. Maestro S. V. P.

    Maestro S. V. P.

    This bustling seafood bistro is located north of the more pretentious restaurants on St-Laurent, and surpasses ... more

  • 7. Primadonna

    Primadonna

    ... you with its warmth and style, pampering you with flavours and sensations that will make you swoon, Primadonna was one of the first restaurants to reinvigorate and re-sophisticate Montreal's hip St. Laurent Boulevard, pavin... more

  • 8. Da Vinci

    Da Vinci

    ... in a beautiful 2 floor Victorian building in the heart of Downtown Montreal and close to all hotels and entertainment venues, Ristorante Da Vinci offers its guests elegant surroundings without being pretentious. Ristorante... more

  • 9. Au Pied de Cochon

    Au Pied de Cochon

    ... 6 nights per week, this Plateau restaurant has become something of a cult favorite, and we've drunk the Kool-Aid, too. Though it looks like another of the amiable but mediocre storefront restos that line most streets in the... more

  • 10. Pintxo

    Pintxo

    ... "Peent-choo," the Basque word for tapas, this tucked-away resto draws from the Spanish Basque tradition, going in for exquisitely composed dishes at fair prices in pleasant surroundings. Cooking happens in an open kitchen i... more

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