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A Canadian city with a very French feel, Montreal is the ultimate fusion of the best of Europe and North America. With its great taste and charming sensibilities going back to its French settlers, soak up all the culture this incredible city has to offer.
Begin your adventure by learning more about Montreal’s history. Discover the people and stories that make Montreal so unique, before check out its incredible art scene at the Montreal Museum of Fine Art and the Musée d'art contemporain. Dig further back into history to discover the history and culture of the region’s indigenous cultures at the Pointe-à-Callière archaeology museum.
If you’re more into natural history, you can’t miss the Montreal Biodome. This breath-taking museum will immerse you in the different ecosystems of the Americas, giving you an experiential understanding of the natural world. When it comes to natural landscapes, Montreal is blessed with the best. Get up early to see the sun rise over the city from the peak of Mont-Royal, before walking around its beautiful lake. Stroll through the magnificent Botanic Gardens, or through one of the city’s many farmers’ markets. If you’re keen to kick things up a gear, go on a tour of Plateau Mont-Royal’s many pubs, before calling it a night with a plate of poutine.
During the summer months, the good times keep rolling as music festivals breathe new life into the city. Get over-stimulated at MUTEK, Montreal’s unique electronic music and arts festival, which has a focus on multimedia experiences. Get down with the best indie beats at Osheaga Fest and party on the streets at the Montreal Pride Parade.
With so many amazing things to do in Montreal Canada, let Contiki show you how to live your best life in this beautiful city.
Language: English, French
Currency: CA Dollar
Electricity: 110V
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Dialing Code: +1
Time Zone: (GMT -04:00)
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See more about ContikiIf there’s one thing you’ve got to eat in Montreal, it’s poutine. One of the best things to come out of Quebec, this dish sees fries and covered in gravy and cheese curds. Hot tip for those who came to party: poutine is the ultimate hangover food. You’re welcome.
Best eaten at - 1365 Ontario St E, Montreal, QC H2L 1S1
When it comes to smoked meat, no one does it better than Montreal. This kosher-style deli meat is made by spicing, salting and curing beef brisket. Once it’s aged to perfection, thick slabs of this special meat are piled ono rye and slathered with yellow mustard. Delicious.
Best eaten at - Lester’s Deli, 1057 Bernard Ave, Outremont, QC H2V 1V1
Nothing is more North American than a bagel. Hands-down the best way to start your day, head over to Fairmount for the ultimate Montreal bagel. Hand-formed, rolled, bathed in honey water and baked in a woodfire oven, you’ll be coming back here for breakfast every day.
Best eaten at - Fairmount, 1127 Mont-Royal Ave E, Montreal, QC H2J 1X9
This French-Canadian city does hotdogs a little differently to the rest of North America: instead of frying them, Montreal steams them. Topped with mustard, relish, onions and sauerkraut, the steamé is an ode to the city’s European origins.
Best eaten at - Chez Ma Tante, 3180 Rue Fleury E, Montreal, QC
What is actually the Quebecois version of a Shepherd’s Pie, the name pays homage to the Chinese cooks who once feed the Canadian railway workers. Made with ground beef and corn, then topped with mashed potatoes, pick up a plate of this hearty dish at La Binerie Mont-Royal.
Best eaten at - La Binerie Mont-Royal, 367 Mont-Royal Ave E, Montreal, QC H2T 1R1