City: Centre-Ville (Downtown)
Top Things to do in Centre-Ville (Downtown)
What to do and see in Centre-Ville (Downtown), Canada: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Montreal, c’est si bon! This French-speaking city is considered the cultural capital of Canada, and is a cosmopolitan celebration of Québécois style. A horse-drawn carriage ride around the cobblestone streets and grand buildings of Vieux-Montréal will give you a taste of European flavor. The Basilique Notre-Dame is a confection of stained glass, and the Plateau Mont-Royal district will delight you with its quaint boutiques and cafés. Dig in to a massive plate of poutine to fuel up for a tour of the epic Olympic Park.
Restaurants in Montreal
1. Chapelle Notre Dame de Lourdes de Montreal
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
2. Cathedral of Marie-Reine-du-Monde
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4.5 based on 1,262 reviews
This Catholic church dedicated to Mary, Queen of the World, was modeled after Rome's St. Peter's Church.
Reviewed By thedowntowngirl2
They have services 3 times a day so check that out before you go visit. I live downtown, so I attend mass here weekly.
3. McGill University
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4.5 based on 933 reviews
Canada's oldest university, home to nearly 30,000 students, is filled with a variety of interesting architectural styles.
Reviewed By 452cynthiam
We enjoyed exploring the campus of McGill University. We went to their museum of interesting displays and also had a delicious lunch in the school cafeteria.
4. 1250 boulevard Rene-Levesque
5. BNP Tower / Laurentian Bank Tower
6. Golden Square Mile
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4.5 based on 17 reviews
From 1840 to 1930, the Golden Square Mile was home to Canada’s anglophone upperclass, the majority of which was made up of Scottish businessmen. Situated to the northwest of what is now Downtown Montréal, the neighborhood is defined by its Victorian mansions, noteworthy institutions, elegant stores, grand avenues, green spaces and monuments that call back to its early years when its residents represented nearly 70 percent of the wealth of Canada. The Square Mile is part of the Mount Royal natural and historical district and includes McGill University, the McCord Museum of Canadian History, the Montréal Museum of Fine Arts and many other attractions and landmarks to be discovered while strolling along Sherbrooke Street West. The term “golden” was added to the name in the 1950s by real estate developers to refer to the prosperity of the area. Originally spanning about one square mile, it is contained by a southern border of René Lévesque (formerly Dorchester Street), Mount Royal Park
7. Old Port of Montreal
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4.5 based on 2,803 reviews
The Old Port of Montreal is one of the most popular tourist attraction in the country with more than 50 activities and 6 millions visitors every year!
Reviewed By NadaSBA - Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
You can enjoy a long, nice walk at the old port in summer; sharing the experience with the crowd, bikes, kids..etc You can also have a seat and get a bite, while enjoying the scene. In winter it is a must visit on new year evening and watch the fire works
8. Bell Centre
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4.5 based on 1,593 reviews
In season, take in a Montreal Canadiens hockey game at this arena.
Reviewed By GlobeTrotting55015 - Brisbane, Australia
Such a great venue to watch a terrific game. Great seats to view the all the hockey action and a fun atmosphere! Get to a game at Bell Centre if you can and Go Habs Go!
9. Our Lady of Lourdes Chapel
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4.5 based on 15 reviews
The tiny Roman Catholic Our Lady of Lourdes Chapel is one of the most ornate pieces of religious architecture in the city. It was built in 1876 and decorated with brightly colored murals by the artist Napoléon Bourassa. The chapel is a dazzling mixture of Roman and Byzantine styles. Daily 8-5. Métro: Berri-UQAM.
10. Lieu Historique National du Canal-de-Lachine
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4.5 based on 630 reviews
No longer used as a means of transportation, this canal now serves as a recreation area with hiking and biking trails.
Reviewed By 993dagmarg - Shelburne, United States
A wonderful place to run, cycle, walk or even picnic. Water levels rise in the summer to allow for boating and kayaking/canoeing. Can be quite busy summer weekends. See my pictures from different times of the year.
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