Old Montreal

Rated 5 Stars, based on 1464 Reviews.

• MTL Detours offers the #1 bestselling 2-hour walking tour covering the essential highlights of Old Montreal. • MTL Detours is a 100% locally owned + operated small independent tour company – founded in & based in Montreal. Merci for your support! • Small-group of only 10 people – an exclusive, intimate + personal tour experience. • Minimum age to attend is 12+. All participants require a paid ticket. • Includes our insiders list of recommendations, a unique parting gift and a tasty treat.

Rated 4.5 Stars, based on 1837 Reviews.

Join The Original Old Montréal Walking Tour, a 2-hour guided experience led by a certified local guide who will bring the city’s unique joie de vivre to life. Stroll through cobblestone streets, admire stunning architecture, and uncover hidden gems as your passionate guide shares unforgettable stories and secrets that make Montréal such a unique French metropolis. Easy, fun, and authentic, this tour is the result of decades of experience—your perfect introduction to the city! Please note: This tour covers both the East and West circuits you may have read about in past reviews.

Rated 5 Stars, based on 261 Reviews.

Find out more about all the eras that shaped Montreal with a private 2-hour walking tour. With your local guide, learn the city's history, from the foundation of Fort Ville-Marie in 1642 to today.  Visit important public squares, such as Place d'Armes, Place Royale, and Place Jacques-Cartier; pass by the Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel, City Hall, and walk along the former ''Wall Street'' of Canada; take a picture at the oldest building of the historic district, and enter Notre-Dame, if you choose. The historic heart of the city and its adjacent Old Port will help illuminate the story of one of the greatest cities in the Americas. Private tour is limited to a maximum group size of 15.

A unique way to experience Old Montréal’s essential sights including Place d’Armes, the Old Port, and St. Paul Street. Enjoy 5+ food stops. Ticket includes all tastings, craft beer, poutine, Montreal bagel and smoked salmon!

As a city with centuries of history, Montreal has more than its share of creepy happenings. Explore a different side of Old Montreal after dark, with a local guide who will share stories of ghosts, crime and witchcraft that are sure to send a shiver up your spine. On this walking tour with a difference you'll learn more about Montreal–perhaps more than you anticipated.

Rated 5 Stars, based on 435 Reviews.

During this historical and cultural tour of Old Montreal, you discover the most famous places of this old district and also explore the local culture and the more unusual aspects of our beautiful metropolis! All this in a small group (15 people maximum) and with a certified guide holding a permit issued by the city of Montreal.

Rated 5 Stars, based on 115 Reviews.

See the essentials of Old Montreal in a short period of time. Perfect for a quick introductory visit during the colder winter months. Intimate, small-group tour. Note: Minimum age to attend is 12 years old and all participants require a paid ticket.

Our guided small-group rides offer a fun and safe activity—the perfect way to experience physically-distanced social bonding! This must-do experience celebrates bike-friendly Montreal, and is a fun, accessible way to take in key landmarks and enjoy urban nature. You'll be rewarded with photogenic scenes and sights, and gain perspective into Montreal's unique vibe, culture, & history. We’ll set you up on a nice bike, a pleasure to ride. We’ll lead you on a loop route using Montreal's impressive bike paths, quiet streets, and laneways. This is our most popular bike tour—you’ll cruise through ride Old Montreal, the Old Port & Riverfront, Downtown, and the charming neighbourhoods of Le Plateau and Le Village. Your leader will be one of our specially trained Montreal ambassadors, who will gradually unravel Montreal's story–which plays a large part in Canada's story. You’ll pause at nice break spots featuring the cityscape, natural views, architecture, outdoor art, and neighbourhood life.

Rated 5 Stars, based on 211 Reviews.

No visit to Montreal is complete without a walk through its Old City, arguably North-America's most charming and well-preserved historical neighborhood.  This 2-hour small-group tour is casual yet informative, with no two tours being the same. Our guides adapt the tour to the interests of their group and choose their favourite off-the-beaten-path stops. This walk is the perfect experience to begin your Montreal visit, both in summer and in winter. This tour was carefully crafted to be fully enjoyable both in summer and in winter, with some extra indoor stops planned for the cold days. If you are booking for January, just don’t forget your gloves and those extra layers you’ll be alright!

Halloween 2024 in Montreal! Old Montreal is the city’s most haunted neighborhood. Since colonial times, the area has witnessed countless horrors – brutal colonization, guerilla warfare, unspeakable tragedies, heinous crimes and shocking executions. These dark episodes ripple through time, leaving deranged legends, haunted history and a plethora of ghosts and paranormal activity. The Haunted Old Montreal ghost walk visits the Place d’Armes, Cours Le Royer, the Courthouse District, Place Vauquelin, Champs-de-Mars, Jacques Cartier Square and the infamous Chateau Ramezay. These areas are all rife with paranormal activity and ghost-sightings. Led by a professional actor and storyteller, this ghost tour is sure to please ghost hunters, history buffs and Hallowe’en lovers with its creepy tales of paranormal activity and the ghostly spirits that haunt Old Montreal.

Explore the Old Montreal after dark on this small-group walking tour (10 people or less). Let your local guide take the hassle out of navigating the narrow streets. Gain a new appreciation for Montreal's history and culture. From the awe-inspiring Notre Dame Basilica to the once wealthiest streets in Canada, and Montreal's Old Port, discover this unique piece of Europe hidden behind the skyscrapers of downtown.

Sunset Boat tour on the majestic St_Laurence. Incredible view of Montréal,Habitat 67, Iles St-Helene, l’Île Notre-Dame, la Biosphère, le quai de l’horloge, la Ronde and the Jacques-Cartier bridge. Whether you are yourself, in a couple or just with friends and family, you will appreciate the ride.  The tour includes the captain, insurances and security equipement.  You can bring your beverages on board.

Have a fulfilling tour of Montreal that fits your schedule ! In this afternoon tour you get to see Westmount, visit St. Joseph’s Oratory and Mont Royal park. We shall also see Downtown, Old Montreal. See Old Montreal and take a picture of its prestigious Notre-Dame Basilica. Your tour will take you through Downtown to the upscale neighborhoods of Westmount and then you shall visit the largest Basilica in Canada, the famous St. Joseph’s Oratory. Next will be a drive to Mont Royal where you will get to walk in the city's most well known park and enjoy breathtaking views.

Discover Montreal from a bird's-eye view on this thrilling zipline experience. Try the first urban zipline circuit in Canada. Fly like a superhero across 1,200 feet of biplane, and enjoy a spectacular view over the Old Port of Montreal.

Experience the beauty of Montreal during the holidays on this Christmas-themed walking tour. Following your professional guide through the historic streets of Old Montreal, you’ll get wrapped up in the Christmas spirit as you admire the city’s twinkling lights and elaborate decorations. Visit Victoria Square and learn about the city’s centuries-old European holiday traditions, and see beautifully adorned Santa Claus figurines before checking out famous Bonsecours Market.

Make the most of your time in Montreal with this shore excursion before or after your cruise. Aboard a deluxe coach offering live commentary by a friendly guide, you'll see several top Montreal attractions and more than 200 points of interest such as Old Montreal, Montreal Harbor, Notre-Dame Basilica, Chinatown and Mt Royal Park. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.Port pickup is available upon request.

Discover the unique flavors of Montreal's Mile-End on our food tour! Begin at the iconic Lester’s Deli with legendary smoked meat and poutine. Savor a gravlax sandwich or veggie patty at Nita tout garni, paired with natural white wine or homemade lemonade. Taste Greek delights at Kouzina Niata and debate the world's best bagels at St. Viateur. Enjoy a trio of local cheeses at Brebis Cheese Shop and finish with Montreal’s finest ice cream at Kem Coba. Join us for an unforgettable journey through the culinary heart of Mile-End!

Travel back in time to the cobblestone streets travelled by early French missionaries, fur traders, and British conquerors on this self-guided walking tour in le Vieux Montréal (Old Montreal). You‘ll get an overview of the historical Place d‘Armes square, with its striking Bank of Montréal, famous Notre-Dame Basilica, and old Saint-Sulpice Seminary. We‘ll walk the narrow, cobbled stone streets of Old Montréal. You‘ll see Montréal‘s first church, Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel, stroll across the popular Place Jacques-Cartier square, and take in the Montreal Museum of Archaeology and History (Pointe-à-Callière). You‘ll pass the first hospital opened by the Grey Nuns of Montréal and, after walking along the animated Old Port promenade, reach the end of the tour at the Old Clock Tower. By the end of the tour, you‘ll better understand Montréal‘s colonial history and how it became an international destination where some of the world‘s most exciting annual events are held.

Explore the vibrant heart of Montréal with our exclusive private walking tour, designed to immerse you in the rich tapestry of downtown and Old Montréal. Embark on a captivating journey through iconic landmarks, including the scenic Dorchester Square, the bustling Sainte-Catherine Street, the fascinating RÉSO (Underground Pedestrian Network), the architecturally stunning Palais des congrès, the dynamic World Trade Centre, the charming Victoria Square, the historic Saint-Paul Street, the picturesque Cours le Royer, and the enchanting squares of Place d'Armes and Place Royale. Let our knowledgeable guides unveil the city's hidden gems, share captivating stories, and provide insider insights as you stroll through the streets of Montréal.

Effortlessly Explore Montreal with Our Convenient and Secure Luggage Service! Ideal for both the start and end of your trip, it provides a secure place to store your belongings while you enjoy the sights. Easy booking, email confirmation, and straightforward drop-off and pick-up processes make it an essential tool for travelers wanting to maximize their time in Montreal without the weight of their luggage. How it works? Book your spot and go to the designated location, where our welcoming staff will take your luggage after you show your ID or confirmation email. Enjoy your day freely, and when it's time, return with your ID or email within operating hours to quickly collect your belongings.