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Montreal City Highlights 3 Hour Walking Tour | Gratuity-Based

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Overview

Discover Montréal like never before on this engaging and authentic walking tour led by a passionate local guide from Toonie Tours. Far from the average sightseeing stroll, this experience invites you to truly connect with the city’s unique character and vibrant culture.

Wander through the famous Quartier des Spectacles, soak up the festival atmosphere, explore the cobblestone streets and old-world charm of Old Montréal, and feel the pulse of the downtown Centre-Ville. Along the way, your guide brings the city to life with powerful storytelling, local insights, and fun facts that turn history into something you’ll actually remember.

Whether you’re visiting from the US, UK, Australia, or beyond — solo, with friends, or family in tow — this tour is designed to help you make the most of your time in Montréal. It’s the perfect way to start your trip, get your bearings, and fall in love with this beautiful island city.

Join us and experience why thousands of travellers love this tour.

What's Included

  • Passionately researched history and culture
  • Local recommendations and tips
  • Easy and direct route to the highlights of Montreal
  • Our tour guides work for gratuities, and the fees paid here are booking fees
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Rue Peel
Montréal, QC H3B 4P2, Canada

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

1555 Rue Peel

Dorchester Square, located at 1555 Peel Street in downtown Montreal, is a historic urban park that serves as a vibrant green space amid the city's bustling core. Established in the late 19th century, the square was developed between 1876 and 1880 on the site of the former Saint-Antoine Cemetery, where approximately 50,000 individuals were interre
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Saint-Paul Street West

Saint-Paul Street West in Old Montreal is the city's oldest street, dating back to 1673. Lined with historic stone buildings, it now hosts art galleries, boutique shops, and lively restaurants.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

John Young Monument

The John Young Monument, located at 333 De la Commune Street West in Montreal's Old Port, honors John Young (1811–1878), a pivotal figure in the development of Montreal's port infrastructure. Young served as the first Chairman of the Port Commission and was instrumental in modernizing the city's maritime facilities.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal

The Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal, located at 110 Notre-Dame Street West in Old Montreal, is a landmark of Gothic Revival architecture and a cornerstone of the city's religious and cultural heritage.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Montreal City Hall

Montreal City Hall (Hôtel de Ville de Montréal), located at 275 Notre-Dame Street East in Old Montreal, is a distinguished example of Second Empire architecture and serves as the seat of the city's municipal government.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Saint Laurent Boulevard

Saint Laurent Boulevard, affectionately known as "The Main," is a historic and culturally rich artery running through the heart of Montreal. Established in the early 18th century, it has long served as a symbolic dividing line between the city's English-speaking west and French-speaking east, while also acting as a gateway for successive waves of immigrants.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Place des Arts

Place des Arts, located at 175 Saint-Catherine Street West in Montreal's Quartier des Spectacles, is Canada's largest cultural and artistic complex. Inaugurated on September 21, 1963, it was the vision of Mayor Jean Drapeau, aiming to revitalize the eastern part of downtown Montreal and establish a premier venue for the performing arts.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts

The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (MMFA), located at 1380 Sherbrooke Street West, stands as Canada's oldest art museum, founded in 1860. It boasts a vast collection of nearly 47,000 works, encompassing Quebec and Canadian heritage, Indigenous art, and international pieces spanning from antiquity to contemporary times.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 32 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Montreal City Highlights 3 Hour Walking Tour | Gratuity-Based?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Passionately researched history and culture
  • Local recommendations and tips
  • Easy and direct route to the highlights of Montreal
  • Personable English-speaking guide (Español or Français when selected)
  • Our tour guides work for gratuities, and the fees paid here are booking fees

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 32 travelers

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Free Cancellation

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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