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Old Montreal

Cobblestone streets, heritage buildings, and the waterfront. Where history meets some of the city's best terrasses.

29 spots in this neighbourhood

Igloofest

Do

Quai Jacques-Cartier, Old Montreal

The coldest outdoor electronic music festival where thousands dance in neon snowsuits in the heart of winter.

Clock Tower Beach

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1 Rue de la Commune Est, Old Montreal

A sandy urban oasis at the foot of a historic clock tower with great views of the Jacques Cartier Bridge.

Notre-Dame Basilica

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110 Rue Notre-Dame Ouest, Old Montreal

The most stunning neo-gothic interior in North America with deep blue vaults and intricate wood carvings.

Habitat 67

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2600 Avenue Pierre-Dupuy, Old Montreal

Moshe Safdie's architectural masterpiece composed of stacked concrete cubes from Expo 67.

World Trade Centre

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747 Rue du Square-Victoria, Old Montreal

An indoor street with a stunning glass ceiling, a piece of the Berlin Wall, and a reflective pool.

Pointe-à-Callière

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350 Place Royale, Old Montreal

Built over actual archaeological excavations, this museum tells the story of Montreal's origins from its very foundations.

Phi Centre

Do

407 Rue Saint-Pierre, Old Montreal

A cutting-edge hub for digital art, virtual reality experiences, and multidisciplinary creative programming.

Crew Collective & Café

Do

360 Rue Saint-Jacques, Old Montreal

Offers a professional workspace and private meeting rooms within a jaw-dropping historic bank setting.

BAnQ Vieux-Montréal

Do

535 Avenue Viger Est, Old Montreal

The national archives building offers a silent, grand, and free architectural environment for deep focus.

Philémon Bar

Drink

111 Rue Saint-Paul Ouest, Old Montreal

Old Montreal stone walls, a long cocktail list, and a crowd that skews local rather than tourist. One of the few bars in the Old Port worth returning to.

The Coldroom

Drink

Rue Saint-Vincent, Old Montreal

Expertly crafted classic cocktails in a hidden basement location with an 'if you know, you know' vibe.

Crew Collective & Café

Drink

360 Rue Saint-Jacques, Old Montreal

Arguably the most beautiful cafe in the world, located inside a stunning 1920s bank headquarters.

Terrasse William Gray

Drink

421 Rue Saint-Vincent, Old Montreal

Breathtaking panoramic views of the Old Port and St. Lawrence River from a heated rooftop lounge.

Terrasse Place d'Armes

Drink

55 Rue Saint-Jacques, Old Montreal

An upscale rooftop overlooking the historic Place d'Armes square and its beautiful architecture.

Terrasse Nelligan

Drink

106 Rue Saint-Paul Ouest, Old Montreal

A classic Old Montreal rooftop known for its sangria and prime views of the Notre-Dame Basilica.

Lulu Épicerie

Eat

250 Rue Notre-Dame Ouest, Old Montreal

A Lebanese counter serving incredible man'oushe and rotisserie meats at a price point rarely seen in the Old Port.

Toqué!

Eat

900 Place Jean-Paul-Riopelle, Old Montreal

Chef Normand Laprise's temple of Quebec gastronomy focusing on ultra-seasonal, locally foraged ingredients.

Monarque

Eat

406 Rue Saint-Jacques, Old Montreal

A stunning, massive space offering a dual concept of a casual brasserie and a refined dining room.

Marusan

Eat

401 Rue Notre-Dame Ouest, Old Montreal

A minimalist Japanese counter serving refined ramen and bento boxes in a beautiful historic building.

LOV

Eat

464 Rue McGill, Old Montreal

Beautifully designed space serving botanical cuisine that makes plant-based eating feel upscale and accessible.

Bloom Sushi

Eat

368 Rue Saint-Paul Ouest, Old Montreal

High-end botanical sushi focusing on sustainable, plant-based ingredients with incredibly complex flavor profiles.

Sonder Maison de Ville

Stay

401 Rue Saint-Paul Ouest, Old Montreal

Beautifully designed, tech-enabled apartments in historic buildings that combine hotel service with home comfort.

Lofts du Vieux-Port

Stay

97 Rue de la Commune Est, Old Montreal

Spacious, industrial-style lofts with exposed brick and beams right on the water in the historic port.

Hotel Gault Lofts

Stay

449 Rue Sainte-Hélène, Old Montreal

Ultra-luxe minimalist lofts in a stunning 19th-century facade offering a high-end residential experience.

The William Gray

Stay

421 Rue Saint-Vincent, Old Montreal

A modern luxury hotel set within two historic buildings, known for its vibrant social scene and rooftop views.

Hôtel Place d'Armes

Stay

55 Rue Saint-Jacques, Old Montreal

Combines historic grandeur with modern amenities across four interconnected 19th-century buildings.

Bota Bota

Stay

Entrée McGill, Old Montreal

An incredible 'floating spa' on a converted ferry boat with panoramic views of the skyline and river.

Scandinave Spa Vieux-Montréal

Stay

71 Rue de la Commune Ouest, Old Montreal

A minimalist, underground thermal circuit focusing on silence and total relaxation in a stone-walled space.

Spa William Gray

Stay

421 Rue Saint-Vincent, Old Montreal

A high-end urban spa featuring unique treatments like the quartz bed and an outdoor pool.