Canada · TOURS IN MONTREAL
Montreal rewards walking and eating, in that order. The 15 below cover Old Montreal on foot, the food streets of Mile End and the river cruises, priced, timed and clear about how much of each is spent outdoors.
Spend three and a half hours touring Montreal by bus with a live English and French guide. You will see more than 200 sights, stop in Old Montreal, visit Mount Royal and St. Joseph’s Oratory, and pass McGill, Chinatown, Olympic Park, and the Port. Guides such as Dominic, Julian, and Francis are known for lively local commentary.
“It was an amazing experience. The guide and the driver were very sweet and nice.”
See Montreal from an open-top double-decker bus with live French and English guides, then use your two-day pass to explore Old Montreal, Chinatown, Mount Royal, museums, and more. Guides such as Patrice, Francois, Julian, and Richard have earned praise for clear stories and humor. A nighttime tour may be included with your booking.
“Great way to see downtown Montreal and learn about the history of the city. Highly recommend a day/night combo to experience multiple perspectives from each new tour guide/driver.”
This 12-hour Gray Line Montreal excursion pairs a guided tour of Quebec City with free time in Old Quebec and a photo stop at Montmorency Falls. Guides such as Chantal, Katia, Joyce, and Roger bring local history to life, while a premium bus removes the strain of driving. Plan for about three hours each way.
“The almost frozen Montmorency falls and Rivière Saint Laurent. The driver was very friendly and so was the guide.”
Spend about three hours walking through Montreal’s Mile End and nearby Little Italy while tasting smoked meat, bagels, poutine, gnocchi, cannoli, coffee, ice cream, and a surprise dish. Guides such as Eric, Lucas, Georgia, and Youlia add local stories and food tips. Groups are capped at 12, and private upgrades are available.
“Great tour on a snowy Sunday. Our tour guide, Simon, was very knowledgeable and pointed out additional restaurants to try. Lots of food to sample on this tour.”
Ride from downtown Montreal to Quebec City by air-conditioned coach, with a guide explaining French-Canadian history along the way. See Place Royale, the Plains of Abraham, Petit Champlain, and Montmorency Falls, then enjoy about three hours to eat and explore Old Quebec. Hotel pickup may be available, but you must confirm it 24 hours ahead.
“Great driver and guide! Very solicitous of our needs on a slippery and icy day! I would recommend this tour to anyone looking for a quick informative day trip.”
Walk Old Montréal with an official city-certified Guidatour guide in a group capped at 16 people. You’ll see Place Royale, Notre-Dame Basilica from outside, Place d’Armes, City Hall, Bonsecours Market, and St. Paul Street while hearing local stories, language history, architecture notes, and practical tips. Guides may include Pierre, Sarah, Thomas, or Angelina.
“Excellent experience! We got to hear a lot of history of Old Montréal, and saw plenty of amazing buildings and sights to see. Our guide Angelina was fantastic; we really enjoyed the way she spoke about the history. She answered all of the questions the group had, and we left having a much better understanding of the history of this beautiful city. Highly recommend for anyone visiting for the first time, it’s the perfect way to get acquainted with the area, and find recommendations for places to check out!”
Walk Old Montreal with a licensed local guide such as Louise, Amelie, Darren, or Elise. In two hours, you’ll visit major landmarks, hear stories about architecture, finance, faith, and city life, and get practical food and museum tips. The tour runs in all weather, includes a local treat and small gift, and ends near Bonsecours Market.
“Louise was great and knew the history very well. She gave us food and shopping recommendations at the end. Would recommend to everyone.”
Spend about three and a half hours touring Montreal by climate-controlled coach with a bilingual guide. You’ll see Old Montreal, the Old Port, Notre-Dame Basilica, Olympic Park, Mount Royal, St. Joseph’s Oratory, Chinatown, City Hall, and more. Short stops provide photo time, while the guide adds stories about the city’s past and present.
“Great tour with Angelo as expert driver and Louis as guide, both made us all feel very welcome. Excellent commentary and skilful driving. We saw so much of Montreal that we would definitely not seem on foot, highly recommend this tour!”
See Montréal from the St. Lawrence River on a 90-minute cruise from Grand Quay in Old Montréal. A bilingual guide explains the city, bridges, islands, and landmarks while you move between outdoor decks and indoor seating. Food and drinks are sold onboard, and the happy hour sailing includes one drink for passengers age 13 and older.
“It was a nice relaxing little cruise. Very informative, staff was great. I would definitely do this again!”
Departing from Jacques-Cartier Pier, this 1 or 1.5-hour cruise gives you a water-level view of Old Montreal, the Clock Tower, Biosphère, Jacques Cartier Bridge, and Habitat 67. A live English and French guide provides commentary, while the boat offers indoor, covered upper-deck, and open-air seating, plus drinks and snacks for purchase.
“Guide was very entertaining Good way to see some of Montreal”
Take a roughly 20-minute ride on La Grande Roue de Montréal, Canada’s tallest observation wheel. Your ticket gives you one entry within seven days of activation, with no fixed ride time. From a climate-controlled gondola, you’ll see Old Montreal, the Saint Lawrence River, downtown, Mont-Royal, and, on a clear day, up to 28 kilometers away.
“The friendly attendant and the gorgeous view. A nice, long ride. I think k it was like 3 complete rounds! Thanks!”
Travel from downtown Montreal to Montmorency Falls and Old Quebec on a 14-hour English tour. You’ll see the 272-foot waterfall, explore Petit Champlain and Château Frontenac, and have free time in Quebec City. The $45 fare covers transport and a guide, but meals, gratuities, and attraction admissions cost extra.
“A great experience. In one day, you can see the essentials of Quebec City. Jack is a great guide.👍👍👍”
Travel from Montreal to Montmorency Falls and Quebec City by bus, with a one-hour guided walk through Old Quebec. You’ll see Château Frontenac, Dufferin Terrace, Petit-Champlain, Place Royale, and have free time for lunch and exploring. Seasonal options include an AML cruise, the Ice Hotel, or the Museum of Civilization.
“The tour was amazing. William is a very knowledgeable guide and always gave great details and information.”
Walk Old Montréal for two hours with a certified local guide in French or English. Guides such as Sebastian, Sarah, Pierre, Thomas, and Caroline mix city history, architecture, culture, and humor, with stops near the Basilica, the underground, and the Wheel area. Expect an easy pace, a small-group feel, and practical ideas for the rest of your stay.
“Sarah was an excellent tour leader, very versed in Montréal history and its quirks. It would be helpful to work in a restroom and sitting break for the older folks.”
This 13-hour trip from Montreal pairs Montmorency Falls with a guided walk through Old Quebec and a St. Lawrence River cruise from May to October. Guides such as William, Joyce, Angela, Rebecca, and Richard have led recent departures. Hotel pickup may be available within 5 km of the meeting point, and groups can reach 50 people.
“William our tour guide was excellent. He was organized, knowledgeable, funny and very attentive to the group. He was proactive in providing answers and instructions. The information he provided was very helpful, like a mini history lesson. I was so impressed He had flags on his iPad for demonstration. My son who is homeschooled had a great learning experience & fun trip. I would recommend taking a tour with William to anyone.”
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