Southwest Travel Guide
Montreal
Popular places to visit
Atwater Market
During your visit to Montreal, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Atwater Market. Discover the lively festivals and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Les Quartiers du Canal
Les Quartiers du Canal is just one of the places to see in Montreal, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
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.
McGill University
Explore the campus of McGill University, a well-known university in Montreal. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this vibrant area.
Bell Centre
Catch an event at Bell 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.
Things to do
Montreal: OASIS Immersion Entry Ticket
Montreal: Ecomuseum Zoo Entry Ticket
Curling Experience in Montreal
Quebec City & Montmorency Falls Day Trip
Montreal: Art Center and Museum Audio Guided Tour
Air France Lounge at Montréal–Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Top hotels in Southwest
Hôtel Alt Montréal
Près du centre Bell
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Le Square Phillips Hotel And Suites
Very large room with high ceiling and full kitchen--great for families. Great location. Good breakfast selection--cereals, breads, ham, cheese, hard boiled eggs, yogurt.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hotel Bonaventure Montreal
The hotel is nice but the layout is very confusing. The staff member at reception could have explained the layout more. You have to go to the 10th floor to check in, they need better signage. Also they refused to print me a receipt because I booked through Expedia, even though I asked about this ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hotel Faubourg Montreal
Staff acceuillant et donne de la bonne information
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
L'Appartement Hotel
It was clean
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hotel Chrome Montreal
You get what you pay for. Not the nicest place but it is decent for the price I paid.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest
Verdun
The restaurants and riverfront are just a few things visitors like about Verdun. Saint Lawrence River and Wellington Street are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Verdun Station or De l'Église Station to get around the larger area.
Griffintown
While you're in Griffintown, take in top sights like Saint-Paul Street and jump on the metro at Griffintown-Bernard-Landry Station to see more of the city.
Golden Square Mile
Visitors to Golden Square Mile love its popular shops, and you can check out Montreal Museum of Fine Arts and The Underground City. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Peel Station.
Côte-des-Neiges—Notre-Dame-de-Grâce
The churches and live music are just a few things visitors like about Côte-des-Neiges—Notre-Dame-de-Grâce. Saint Joseph's Oratory and Saint Jacques Street are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Cote Sainte Catherine Station or Snowdon Station to get around the larger area.
Downtown Montreal
Known for its fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Montreal. Check out top attractions like Bell Centre and McCord Stewart Museum, and jump on the metro at McGill Station or Peel Station to see more of the city.
International District
If you're spending time in International District, check out sights like World Trade Center Montreal or The Underground City and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Square Victoria Station or Place d'Armes Station.
