Old Montreal Walking Tour | Small Group (Max 10) | by MTL Detours
Description
• MTL Detours offers the #1 bestselling 2-hour walking tour covering the essential highlights of Old Montreal. • MTL Detours is a 100% locally owned + operated small independent tour company - founded in & based in Montreal. Merci for your support! • Small-group of only 10 people - an exclusive, intimate + personal tour experience. • Minimum age to attend is 12+. All participants require a paid ticket. • Includes our insiders list of recommendations, a unique parting gift and a tasty treat.
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Itinerary
Walking tour of Old Montreal
See this iconic silver-domed landmark and hear how it shaped Old Montréal’s civic life.
Walk along Montréal’s oldest street, known for its cobblestones and historic façades.
Experience one of Old Montréal’s most animated historic squares overlooking the Old Port.
Admire this grand Second Empire building and learn about key moments in the city’s history.
View the exterior of Montréal’s most famous landmark and hear the story behind its creation. (Outside only. Interior entry not included.)
See Canada’s oldest bank and discover how Montréal became the country’s financial centre.
View this 18th-century former governor’s residence and learn about Montréal’s colonial past.
Learn why this chapel is known as the Sailors’ Church and its connection to the Old Port.
Stand near the birthplace of Montréal and hear how the city was founded.
Walk through Old Montréal’s former financial district, once known as Canada’s Wall Street.
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Important Information
- 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.
- Tour operates rain, shine, or snow and takes place mostly outdoors. Please dress for the weather.
- Tour is conducted in English.
- A moderate level of walking is required, including uneven terrain such as cobblestones and stairs.
- Most of the 2-hour tour involves walking or standing, with limited seating available.
- Operated by MTL Detours, a locally owned and operated Montréal tour company.
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility restrictions or difficulty walking at a steady pace.
Reviews(2,487)
Fun and full of great history out into context with current Montreal. We liked the tidbits about saving vieux Montreal.
Rodrigo was a very good guide. He was very knowledgeable about Old Montreal and provided us with tips on navigating our visit. He provided site visit recommendations. In fact, He had a handout that he provided at the end of the tour which I greatly appreciated.
Our guide Catherine was an excellent professional guide - knowledgeable, friendly, a great communicator and very aware of her clients. We learned so much about the history, culture and architecture of Montréal. I highly recommend this tour. Being in a small group really makes a big difference in what you get out of a tour.
Thank you very much for this amazing review! We are happy that you were able to witness the professionalism and the quantity of knowledge that we admire so much in Catherine. We are proud to have her be part of our team! Thank you for choosing MTL Detours!
We had a great experience with Louise as our guide. She explained the city's history in clear stages and showed us the most amazing buildings in the old town, sharing wonderful stories and illustrations that helped us compare the landscape with historical views. We thoroughly enjoyed the two-hour tour. She also gave us maple candies when we were tired- she was a preschool teacher, understood the city's history and current status, and was very well organized. Her Montreal recommendation list was top-notch too! We went to a few of her recommended places.
Loved the small group experience. We could see and understand everything. Our guide Sylvia was excellent!
Thank you very much for your kind words. Silvia will be delighted to hear that you enjoyed her tour, as we are! Thank you for choosing MTL Detours!
Our tour guide, Silvia, was wonderful. She met us at the designated spot, and we left on time with our small group. We were shocked by the amount of knowledge Silvia had on all sites we visited. We didn't realize there would be as much information on the architectural aspects of the city. Just a fantastic way to get to know Old Montreal. Armed with a wealth of knowledge from Silvia, we were ready to explore other areas of the city, including Mount Royal and the Montreal Archaeology Museum. Highly recommend this tour!
Louise was our guide and this was the best tour we have ever had!! Her knowledge about the city is amazing. We loved every minute of it and would highly recommend this tour.
Thank you so much for this amazing review! Louise is indeed an amazing guide and we are proud to have her be part of our team. We are very happy that you enjoyed her sharing of her knowledge and passion for our city. Thank you for choosing MTL Detours!
Excellent tour! I would highly recommend, the small group size was great!
Thank you so much for this review! We greatly apreciate your comment. Thank you for choosing MTL Detours!
Silvia our tour guide was fabulous!!!! Informative & fun…We had a wonderful time!
Thank you very much for this great review! We also think that Silvia is amazing and we are proud to have her be part of our team. We are delighted that you enjoyed your tour with her. Thank you for choosing MTL Detours!
The tour guide was very knowledgeable and keep the information interesting and lively A wonderful story teller!
Thank you for your kind words! We are happy to read that you guide was able to share the same appreciation and knowledge that we hold for our city. Thank you for choosing MTL Detours!
