Villeray Travel Guide
Montreal
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
McGill University
Explore the campus of McGill University, a well-known university in Montreal. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Circuit Gilles Villeneuve
Circuit Gilles Villeneuve is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Montreal. Discover the lively festivals and stunning cathedral 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.
Sainte-Catherine Street
During your visit to Montreal, you can enjoy retail therapy at Sainte-Catherine Street. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.
Things to do
Montreal: Ecomuseum Zoo Entry Ticket
Montreal: OASIS Immersion 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)
McCord Stewart Museum - Admission
Top hotels in Villeray
Le Square Phillips Hotel And Suites
YES ALL GOOD
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hotel Bonaventure Montreal
Costly for nothing.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
L'Appartement Hotel
The breakfast menu needs to be drastically changed. Although it had a lot of options and tasted well, need to keep more healthy options in terms of fibre. Menu full of breads, cereals, coffee, bananas, sweetened yogurt, jams, butter and boiled eggs. Lacked the vegetables and good fiber like oats. ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hotel Faubourg Montreal
Location is perfect for all the must see places. Near to different good restaurant. With safe parking area. Value for money is valued.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hotel Chrome Montreal
We did not end up staying here.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Montreal - Downtown
Good hôtel staff excellent Breakfast ok
Reviewed on 2 Apr 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 Saint Denis Street.
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, Outremont Theatre and Laurier Avenue 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.
