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Rabbis, Writers and Radicals: Montreal Jewish History Walking Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $24 / person
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 · 59 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 20
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- We will meet you just in front of 4129 Boulevard Saint Laurent, directly in front of "H. Fisher et Fils."
- Confirmation
- Instant
Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in Montreal
Description
Trace the evolution of Montreal's literary, musical and culinary culture on the Rabbis, Writers and Radicals tour. Journey through the Mile End, a hub of Jewish culture since the 1920s, and let your expert museum guide reveal the diversity of Jewish life in this fascinating neighbourhood.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Start your tour outside the Museum of Jewish Montreal's new satellite location: the H. Fisher & Fils store, reopened by the Museum in June 2025. (*Please note our main building is closed for renovations, and visits inside H. Fisher are separate from the walking tour)
Stroll through the Mile End, Montreal’s trendiest neighbourhood, and an important centre for Montreal’s Jewish culture today.
Highlights
Local guide
What's included
Included
Local guide
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Traveller Ratings
4.6
59 reviews
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Rabbis, Writers and Radicals: Montreal Jewish History Walking Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $24 per person for this Montreal experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We will meet you just in front of 4129 Boulevard Saint Laurent, directly in front of "H. Fisher et Fils." . Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Reviews(59)
4
Excellent for learning about Jewish history and settlement of Montreal
Our guide, Vivian, was very knowledgeable and gave us an interesting perspective on the neighborhood and history of the area. Her love of Montreal history shone throughout the tour. We really enjoyed our time.
A
Excellent historical tour!
Vivian was a fantastic guide, very knowledgeable. The tour was excellent and gave me a deeper understanding of Jewish history in Montreal
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Ashkenazic and Yiddish Jewish Community of Montréal
We enjoyed our walking tour. There were only 4 of us on the tour so we got to converse a lot with the guide. She shared her considerable knowledge and enthusiasm for the subject matter. She was flexible and concerned about our comfort. I would definitely recommend this tour.
K
Fell short
The tour guide was okay. She was a young college student, not a Montreal native or historian, and read a lot of the information out of her notebook. I did not feel like she really had in depth knowledge about the subject matter. When we asked specific questions, she often did not know the answers. It was just not what we hoped for. Also, be prepared to walk a lot. We were fine but there were only 2 places where we could sit for any break. Facts were interesting, just not well presented.
C
This was a wonderful tour...
This was a wonderful tour to learn of the history of the settlement and growth of Montréal's Jewish community. My guide was nice and since I was the only person on the tour, our walk was more intimate as we discussed that when humanity does not learn from history, we are doomed to repeat it.
M
A Solid Glimpse at Local History
The guide is excellent. This tour brings to life the people and places that made history in Montreal
J
Jewish tour of Montreal
Our guide Emily(?) was extremely knowledgeable and attentive to our tour. She answered questions thoroughly. And she was incredibly pleasant. We would recommend this to anyone interested in the Jewish history of Montreal.
J
Amazing history of the Jewish experience in 19th/20th C Montreal
Fascinating history on this walking tour! Lovely stroll around the Plateau and Mile End - with cool stops along the way. Highly recommend it 😉
L
Worth doing
Emily was a terrific guide. She was very nice and was knowledgeable about the stops on our tour. She answered many questions. One suggestion- It would have been nice if the tour built in one or two additional resting stops- it was a bit much for a hot day.
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