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Old Montreal Walking Tour | Small Group (Max 10) | by MTL Detours
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2 hours (approx.)
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Mobile ticket
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Offered in: English
What to Expect
Stop at: Old Montreal
Walking tour of Old Montreal
Pass by: Bonsecours Market (Marche Bonsecours)
See this iconic silver-domed landmark and hear how it shaped Old Montréal’s civic life.
Pass by: Rue St-Paul
Walk along Montréal’s oldest street, known for its cobblestones and historic façades.
Pass by: Place Jacques-Cartier
Experience one of Old Montréal’s most animated historic squares overlooking the Old Port.
Pass by: City Hall
Admire this grand Second Empire building and learn about key moments in the city’s history.
Pass by: Notre-Dame Basilica
View the exterior of Montréal’s most famous landmark and hear the story behind its creation. (Outside only. Interior entry not included.)
Pass by: Bank of Montreal (Banque de Montreal)
See Canada’s oldest bank and discover how Montréal became the country’s financial centre.
Pass by: Chateau Ramezay Historic Site and Museum of Montreal
View this 18th-century former governor’s residence and learn about Montréal’s colonial past.
Pass by: Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel
Learn why this chapel is known as the Sailors’ Church and its connection to the Old Port.
Pass by: Pointe-a-Calliere, Montreal Archaeology and History Complex
Stand near the birthplace of Montréal and hear how the city was founded.
Pass by: Rue Saint Jacques
Walk through Old Montréal’s former financial district, once known as Canada’s Wall Street.
What's Included
- Limited to 10 guests, so it never feels crowded and you can hear, follow, and ask questions
- Multi-year Viator & Tripadvisor "Best of the Best" Awards winner with thousands of 5-star reviews
- A small local treat and a unique parting gift
- Expert, certified guides holding the mandatory City of Montréal permit, consistently top-rated
- #1 bestselling Old Montréal walking tour. Real stories, not scripts, to truly understand the city.
- MTL Detours is a 100% local, independent, and proudly woman-owned tour company.
- Curated handout of local places to eat, see, and explore, selected by MTL Detours guides
- Gratuities for your guide are optional and are warmly welcomed.
- No hotel pickup/drop-off. Just meet us at the starting point and we'll handle everything from there.
- Minimum age is 12. Each guest requires a paid ticket.
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting Point
Where you'll meet your guide
Meet on the sidewalk outside Marché Saint Laurent boutique/café, on the edge of Place d’Armes Square. In warmer months, look for the small terrace with red umbrellas. Arrive 10-15 minutes early to check in. Tour starts on time and we do not wait for latecomers. Allow extra time for possible detours.
End Point
Where the tour ends
Tour will end in the vicinity of Place Jacques-Cartier square and Bonsecours Market.
Get DirectionsStart time:
10:00 AM
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 12. Each guest requires a paid ticket. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Customer Reviews
Source: Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
2267 total reviews