Villeray Travel Guide
Montreal
Popular places to visit
McGill University
Explore the campus of McGill University, a well-known university in Montreal. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Bell Centre
Catch an event at Bell Centre during your trip to Montreal. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and great live music in this vibrant area.
Old Port of Montreal
Historic architecture, modern attractions and an exciting calendar of festivals make it impossible to get bored at this lively and scenic riverfront space.
Montreal Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Montreal Convention Centre during your trip to Montreal. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
Notre Dame Basilica
The incandescent blue and gold interior of Montreal’s spiritual heart dazzles visitors and pilgrims. It was once the largest house of worship in North America.
Circuit Gilles Villeneuve
You can take time to visit Circuit Gilles Villeneuve during your travels to Montreal. Discover the lively festivals and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Montreal: Ecomuseum Zoo Entry Ticket
Quebec City & Montmorency Falls Day Trip
Montreal: Art Center and Museum Audio Guided Tour
Air France Lounge at Montréal–Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal: OASIS Immersion Entry Ticket
McCord Stewart Museum - Admission
Top hotels in Villeray
Le Square Phillips Hotel And Suites
Very clean and well located
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
L'Appartement Hotel
Excellent location. Spacious room.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Hotel Bonaventure Montreal
Amazing staff, awesome pool and a very delicious restaurant!
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Hotel Le Cantlie Suites
always a nice stay
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Sheraton Montreal Airport Hotel
Nice place to stay practical to go to the airport and the food at the restaurant is really good.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Chateau Versailles
Room was clean. Reception area needed cleaning/updating. Staff were friendly and helpful. Valet service was good, too bad we did not know ahead of time about this cost. Continental breakfast was not the best but was included.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Villeray
Mile End
You'll enjoy the churches and coffee shops in Mile End. You might want to make time for a stop at Saint Laurent Boulevard or Laurier Avenue.
Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie
While you're in Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie, take in top sights like Montreal Botanical Garden or Plaza St-Hubert, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Beaubien Station or Rosemont Station.
Outremont
Outremont is well liked for its churches and lake views. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Laurier Avenue and Outremont Theatre are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Edouard Montpetit Station or Outremont Station to get around.
Plateau Mont-Royal
Noted for its art galleries and cafes, there's plenty to explore in Plateau Mont-Royal. Top attractions like Saint Denis Street and Laurier Avenue are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Mont Royal Station or Laurier Station to see more of the city.
Milton Park
While visiting Milton Park, you might make a stop by sights like Rue Prince-Arthur Street and Saint Laurent Boulevard.
The Village
Visitors often come to The Village for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Sainte-Catherine Street and L'atelier de sculpture du Village. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Beaudry Station.
