2 Days in Montréal

Downtown Montréal

If arriving by plane, take the 747 airport bus or taxi into downtown. Consider a 1- or 3-day STM transit pass for metro/bus travel: https://www.stm.info/en/info/fares

Old Montréal

Walk the cobblestone streets, browse small shops, and stop by Place Jacques-Cartier. Go early to avoid the busiest crowds.

Notre-Dame Basilica of Montréal

One of the city’s top sights; book tickets ahead if visiting during weekends or holidays: https://www.basiliquenotredame.ca/en

Old Montréal

Try a classic Montréal bistro or café nearby. For something casual, look around Rue Saint-Paul and Place d’Armes.

Old Port of Montréal

Relax along the river, ride the Grande Roue if the weather is clear, or grab coffee by the waterfront: https://www.oldportofmontreal.com/

Plateau-Mont-Royal / Mile End

Head to one of Montréal’s best food neighborhoods. Good options include bagels, smoked meat, wine bars, or French-Canadian comfort food. Reserve popular restaurants in advance.

Mile End

Try the city’s famous wood-fired bagels at Fairmount or St-Viateur. Both are iconic and close to each other: https://fairmountbagel.com/ and https://www.stviateurbagel.com/

Mount Royal Park

Follow the path up to the Kondiaronk Belvedere for the classic skyline view. Wear comfortable shoes; best in clear weather.

Golden Square Mile

Great indoor option with strong art and design collections. Check exhibitions and tickets here: https://www.mbam.qc.ca/en/

Downtown Montréal

Easy lunch area after the museum, with plenty of cafés, casual restaurants, and dessert spots nearby.

Little Italy

Sample local produce, maple treats, pastries, cheeses, or snacks. Great for edible souvenirs: https://www.marchespublics-mtl.com/en/marches/jean-talon-market/

Montréal

If flying out, allow extra time to reach YUL airport, especially during rush hour. If staying another night, swap this for dinner in Little Italy.