15 Best Things to Do in Montreal

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   Old Montreal

   LandmarkFree entry

   Old Montreal (Vieux-Montréal) is the city's historic core, cobblestone streets, 17th- and 18th-century stone buildings, and a riverside old port that together feel closer to Europe than North America.

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   Chinatown

   NeighborhoodFree entry

   Montreal's Chinatown is a small but bustling enclave located in the Ville-Marie district, centered around Rue de la Gauchetière and extending to nearby streets.

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   Place des Arts

   Park & natureFree entry

   Place des Arts is Montreal's largest cultural complex, located in the Westmount area (though actually in the Quartier des Spectacles).

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   Place Jacques-Cartier

   LandmarkFree entry

   Place Jacques-Cartier is a vibrant, pedestrian-only square in the heart of Old Montreal, sloping gently from Rue Notre-Dame to the Old Port.

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   Chateau Ramezay Historic Site and Museum of Montreal

   Museum

   Chateau Ramezay Historic Site and Museum of Montreal is a beautifully preserved 18th-century mansion that once served as the residence of Montreal's French governor.

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   St. Patrick's Basilica

   Religious siteFree entry

   St. Patrick's Basilica stands as a serene oasis amid Montreal's bustling downtown.

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   Crescent Street

   LandmarkFree entry

   Crescent Street is a picturesque landmark in the Beaconsfield area of Montreal, Quebec. This historic street is lined with well-preserved 19th-century buildings that now house boutique shops, cozy cafes, and fine dining restaurants.

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   L'Orchestre Symphonique de Montreal (OSM)

   Entertainment

   L'Orchestre Symphonique de Montreal (OSM) is a world-renowned orchestra that has been a cornerstone of Montreal's cultural scene since 1934.

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   Bar Le Mal Necessaire

   Sight

   Bar Le Mal Necessaire is a stylish cocktail bar tucked away on rue Saint-Alexandre in the heart of Montreal's Ville-Marie neighborhood.

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    Spa Ovarium

    Sight

    Spa Ovarium is a hidden gem in Montreal's Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie district, offering a serene escape from city life.

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    St. Louis Square (Carre St-Louis)

    Park & natureFree entry

    St. Louis Square is a serene green space nestled in the vibrant Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie district of Montreal.

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    L'original Art Gallery

    MuseumFree entry

    L'original Art Gallery is a vibrant art space located at 163 Rue Saint-Paul Ouest in the heart of Old Montreal, Quebec.

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    Champ-de-Mars

    Park & natureFree entry

    Champ-de-Mars is a spacious urban park located in the heart of Old Montreal, just behind City Hall.

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    Nelson's Column

    LandmarkFree entry

    Nelson's Column is a prominent monument located in Place Jacques Cartier, a lively square in Montreal's Old Port district.

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    Theatre Corona

    Entertainment

    Theatre Corona is a beloved cultural gem nestled in Montreal's Le Sud-Ouest (Southwest) district, housed in a converted early 20th-century church.

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