Downtown Montreal Travel Guide

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Stay near popular Downtown Montreal attractions

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Bell Centre

8.8/10 (7,636 reviews)
Catch an event at Bell Centre during your trip to Montreal. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

Museum of Illusions Montreal - 70+ Illusions to Explore

Museum of Illusions Montreal - 70+ Illusions to Explore

฿827
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Museum of Illusions Montreal - 70+ Illusions to Explore
Montreal: Guided River Cruise and Hop-On Hop-Off Bus

Montreal: Guided River Cruise and Hop-On Hop-Off Bus

฿3,071
per adult
Montreal: Guided River Cruise and Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
Panorama Sightseeing Tour Of The Historic Lachine Rapids

Panorama Sightseeing Tour Of The Historic Lachine Rapids

฿1,086
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Panorama Sightseeing Tour Of The Historic Lachine Rapids
Air France Lounge at Montréal–Trudeau International Airport

Air France Lounge at Montréal–Trudeau International Airport (YUL)

฿2,088
per adult
Air France Lounge at Montréal–Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal Art Center & Museum Audio Guided Tour

Montreal: Art Center and Museum Audio Guided Tour

฿407
per adult
Montreal: Art Center and Museum Audio Guided Tour
McCord Stewart Museum - Admission

McCord Stewart Museum - Admission

฿520
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
McCord Stewart Museum - Admission
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Where to stay in Downtown Montreal

Find the best Downtown Montreal areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Old Montreal

A bustling port renowned art and top sights from Old Port of Montreal to Notre Dame Basilica – discover Old Montreal, a destination also famous for its historic sites.

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Ville-Marie

Known for its fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Ville-Marie. Top attractions like Old Port of Montreal and Bell Centre are major draws. Catch the metro at Champ-de-Mars Station or Jean-Drapeau Station to see more of the city.

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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.

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Quartier des Spectacles

Cosy cafes, live music and vibrant jazz clubs are just a few top things to explore in Quartier des Spectacles. A visit to Sainte-Catherine Street or Complexe Desjardins might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Place des Arts Station or Saint Laurent Station to get around town.

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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 Travel Guide