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| Striking the perfect harmony of European charm and North American eclecticism, Montréal delights every visitor. A true international metropolis (recently declared a UNESCO City of Design) and the province’s artistic and intellectual hub, it boasts a range of neighbourhoods, often multilingual and always friendly, that reflect Montrealers’ vibrant pulse and colourful soul. From the old city’s stone buildings to the skyscrapers at the foot of the mountain, there are three and a half centuries of history to discover. |
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The cobblestoned byways and heritage buildings are a history lesson in themselves, and on the Quays of the Old Port there are plenty of colourful events and activities to take in. |
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Museum-lover’s paradise
Appealing to all tastes, Montréal’s many museums offer a treasure trove of exhibits covering everything from fine arts to contemporary art, history, science and even architecture! |
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A mountain in the heart of the city
Mount Royal is the city’s “oxygenator”, and is crowned by a lovely park that’s perfect for sightseeing: its many lookouts offer breathtaking views. |
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Island hopping
Jean-Drapeau Park, spread over two islands next to Montréal (which is also an island), epitomize vacation fun, with an amusement park, beach, green spaces, a casino, museums and more. |
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 Montréal is a multicultural city with more than 80 ethnocultural communities sharing its many neighbourhoods. No wonder it’s so colourful and vibrant! |
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| You can explore almost the entire island on two wheels, thanks to a network of cycle paths and trails spanning more than 660 kilometres (410 miles). Play it safe: don’t forget your helmet! |
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| Come summer, Montréal moves to the rhythm of its non-stop series of festivals, celebrating jazz, comedy, chanson française, fireworks and film... |
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| There are churches as far as the eye can see, forming a large part of the city’s architectural heritage and earning it the nickname “city of 100 steeples.” |
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| Downtown is transformed at sundown, as the suit-and-tie crowd gives way to the throbbing beat and flashing lights of trendy nightclubs. |
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| A ride in a calèche (horse-drawn carriage) is a great way to discover Old Montréal. The drivers will amaze you with their encyclopedic knowledge of the city and their tall tales! |
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| Montréal is the perfect place to take a round-the-world tour – via your lunch or dinner plate! Try one of the many restaurants serving up exotic or fusion cuisine. |
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| Sunny Sunday afternoon? Check out one of two hedonistic musical gatherings: electronica on Île Sainte-Hélène, or the tam-tams (drum circles) in Mount Royal Park. |
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| Free yourself of the chore of parking the car and take advantage of the city’s public transit system: tourist cards are valid for three or five consecutive days of travel. |
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| If it rains, you can still get around to all the major sites by simply ducking inside Montréal’s unique underground city, which stretches for more than 30 kilometres (19 miles). |
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