Overview
Montreal the metropolis of the province of Quebec. Quebec City is the political capital but Montreal is the cultural and economic capital of Quebec and the main entry point to the province. The second largest city in Canada, it is a city rich in culture and history, has an inordinate number of attractive, fashionably dressed people, and a well-deserved reputation as one of the liveliest cities in North America. Montreal is the second-largest French-speaking (as a mother language) city in the world, behind Paris.
Montréal is as romantically traditional as it is cutting-edge innovative, as cosmopolitan dynamic as it is small-town friendly. Yet despite this diversity, an underlying homogeneity exists in this vibrant population who collectively and confidently “live and let live†and do it well.
Take Saint-Denis Street for example. On the first warm day of spring, Montréalers flock to the outdoor terraces en masse to celebrate winter’s departure and lift their faces to the light like sunflowers.
The province’s metropolis is a great mixture of cultures from all over the world. Montréal is internationally renowned, and many tourists come from all over the world to visit the city, whatever the season. A modern city of high-technology, Montréal draws investors of several countries.
There are a large number of events and festivals in Montréal, whatever the season. Year round, there are music, humors, gastronomy, sports, as well as international-scale events. Everybody celebrates: residents and visitors alike. Some events come back every year, while others offer a unique chance to be part of the celebration.
There are many attractions and activities in Montréal, and that for everyone’s taste. Montréal will surely meet the visitors’ expectations with its numerous museums, churches, historic sites, science centers, urban parks, and multicultural quarters. Some unique attractions are must-see, like the Casino and the Olympic Stadium.
Another attracting side of Montréal, for its inhabitants but also for its visitors, is the metro. Montréal is one of the rare cities in Canada to have an underground transportation network. The four lines can take you almost everywhere on the island and if necessary, the bus will take you even farther. This metro also takes you to the underground boutiques, which, for kilometers, allows you to shop sheltered from the bad weather. By the way, did you know that the underground Montréal is the largest underground city in the world? Overall, almost 33 kilometers of tunnels stretch along this underground network.
Distance Airport
Montreal International Airport is approximately 20kms/12miles away from the city centre.
Transport Airport
By taxi
Often the cheapest way to get to and from Montreal Trudeau airport, shuttle vans often offer a cost effective alternative to taking a taxi. Typically, Montreal Trudeau airport shuttle services use large passenger vans and provide pickup service from your home, hotel, or office to (or from) YUL airport. You share the ride, and hence much of the cost, with fellow travelers in your immediate area.
By airport shuttle van
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Flying Time from UK
Approximate travel time from
London 6 hours, 31 minutes
Manchester5 6 hours, 16 minutes
Edinburgh 6 hours, 4 minutes
Glasgow 5 hours, 59 minutes
Birmingham 6 hours, 21 minutes
Attractions
Sightseeing in Montreal will be a treat for you. You’ll love the beautiful scenery and enjoy all the great attractions that this city has to offer. Followings are the some of the most popular tourists attraction of Monstreal.
AGORA DE LA DANSE
Located in the heart of dynamic Plateau Mont-Royal neighborhood, the Agora de la danse is an integral part of Montréal's cultural and artistic life. It is the most important venue entirely dedicated to the creation and presentation of contemporary dance in Canada. It presents over a hundred performances of 10 to 15 different shows annually.
AMHERST STREET
Stroll along Amherst Street and visit the antique shops that specialize in objects from the 1930s to the 1960s. The southern end of the street affords a striking view of the elegant Clock Tower in the Old Port while the Art Deco architecture of the impressive Saint-Jacques Market building and the Écomusée du fier monde are worth a stop. Also, the two-hundred-year-old fortress-like walls of the Molson Brewery are visible near the port.
BELL CENTRE
Inaugurated in 1996 and home of the Montréal Canadians Hockey Club, the Bell Centre has been designed to seat more than 21,000 sports enthusiasts. It is also a venue for rock concerts, classical music performances and family entertainment.
BIODÔME DE MONTRÉAL
The Montréal Biodôme offers a close encounter with its four Ecosystems of the Americas, where over 4,800 animals from 230 different species and 750 plant types coexist under the same roof. Experienced nature interpreters accompany guests on a trip that begins in the lush Tropical Rainforest, after which they travel to observe lynx, beavers, and otters in the Laurentian Maple Forest. The next stage allows visitors to appreciate the numerous birds and rich underwater fauna inhabiting the Gulf of St. Lawrence, and the voyage concludes with the penguins and auks in the Sub-Antarctic Islands.
#BIOSPHÈRE, ENVIRONMENT MUSEUM##An architectural masterpiece from Expo 67, Biosphère, Environment Museum is a great venue for information, awareness and education on the major environmental issues related to water, air, climatic changes, sustainable development and responsible consumption. As an environment museum, the Biosphère presents permanent and temporary exhibitions, events for the general public and guided activities that are as informative as they are entertaining.##CANADIAN CENTRE FOR ARCHITECTURE##The Canadian Centre for Architecture is an international research centre and museum recognized for the richness of its collections and the quality of its exhibitions. The CCA has received numerous awards for the design of its building, which includes the Shaughnessy House, one of the rare 19th-century Montréal houses open to the public. The sculpture garden reflects the history of architecture as well as the city that surrounds the site.
Shopping
Montreal is a great shopping city with unique Montreal shops, Montreal boutiques, Montreal malls and Montreal markets. Americans in particular will want to take advantage of the strength of their dollar to purchase everyday goods as well as the luxury purchase. So come see what's in store for you!
ATWATER MARKET
Open since 1933, the Atwater Market features a diverse range of merchants, caterers and specialty boutiques selling meats, fish, baked goods and fine foods all year round, in addition to its many vegetable and horticultural producers. The Lachine Canal cycling path leads up to the market.
BALDAQUIN MONTRÉAL
Le Baldaquin Montréal offers an impressive collection of luxurious bed and bath linens. Connoisseurs of design will delight in unique contemporary gifts and decorative accessories created by international artists such as Martha Sturdy, Michael Aram, Colin Schleeh and Georg Jensen sold exclusively at Le Baldaquin Montreal. The boutique also provides personalized service, gift wrapping and shipping throughout North America.
BIDZ, ALL ABOUT BEADS & JEWELLERY
BIDZ offers a vast array of metalized, natural wood, painted wood, glass, and semi-precious stone beads. From all corners of the world, these beads appeal to every type of craft enthusiast. At the BIDZ workshops, beginner to expert artists can take advantage of professional guidance and transform their creative ideas into unique pieces of jewellery for themselves or for gift-giving.
BLANK
Blank is a Québec-based company that sells affordable quality clothing, entirely made in Québec. It therefore supports local economy and respects its workers as well as the environment. Among the pieces in its collection, Blank offers t-shirts, jackets, pants and scarves for women, men and children.
#BOUTIQUE AND BOOKSTORE, THE MONTREAL MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS##The Museum Boutique and Bookstore has a wide selection of gift ideas, with high-quality, original items from diverse countries in a variety of price ranges. The Boutique also offers quality jewelry, sculpture and ceramics made exclusively for the Museum, inspired from works in the permanent collection.
Fun & Family
Montreal is one of the oldest cities in North America, and for many visitors it’s one of the most exotic, given that its language and culture is primarily French. Situated along the mighty St. Lawrence River, Montreal has both historic charm and a lively spirit, and it’s filled with things for children to see and do.
INDIANA JONES AND THE ADVENTURE OF ARCHAEOLOGY
The exhibition puts the spotlight not only on the vast and exclusive collection of props, models, drawings, and concept and set designs for Indiana Jones, but also on a wealth of historical and cultural facts. The internationally renowned University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, also known as the Penn Museum, contributes genuine archaeological artifacts and educational material to the show, while the National Geographic Society, the exhibition’s global presenting partner, shares artifacts, photos, videos, and other content from its impressive historic archive.
MONTRÉAL COMPLÈTEMENT CIRQUE
Anyone who loves theatre, music, dance, arts and culture, young and young at heart, Montréalers and tourists alike; everyone is invited to taste from a wide-ranging menu featuring every imaginable variation on a single ingredient: the circus! Daring prowess and sheer folly is the main seasonings in the melting-pot of genres offered by the Festival. MONTRÉAL COMPLÈTEMENT CiRQUE features shows large and small, from in-theatre performances to big-top spectacles, with breathtaking performances from more than 100 circus artists from Belgium, Germany, Spain, Canada and Wales.
THE QUEST FOR GALACTIUM
Mia and Jeb are seeking a mysterious crystal that just might meet all the Earth's energy needs. Join them for a fantastic adventure as they explore our galaxy the Milky Way and its court less treasures.
A GUIDED TOUR OF THE MILKY WAY
Visitors to the Montréal Planetarium travel among the stars and witness astonishing cosmic wonders as experienced presenters lead them through an exploration of the Milky Way. Throughout the journey, guests discover celestial bodies and nebulae of breathtaking beauty; the birth of stars and planets; and even a giant black hole at the centre of our galaxy.
#PAPER WORK##It can be pressed, crumpled and recycled. Paper takes shape and comes to life in works of art with surprising shapes and colors. Paper Work an exhibition and creative workshops sure to enrapture visitors of all ages at the Tree House.
Night Life
Montreal is a major city and there are plenty of places for you to go to in the evening. There are restaurants and pubs if you wish to just have a relaxing evening. There are great clubs in Montreal if you’re interested in having a place to dance at. You’ll just love all the choices you will have for entertainment in the night in Montreal. The list below has just a few of the ones in Montreal and their contact for your convenience.
FRIDAY NOCTURNES
The Friday Nocturnes series features live musical performances, bar service, and entry to all of the Musée’s exhibitions, a unique context in which to appreciate contemporary art. Some of the most talented artists of Montréal’s music scene have given outstanding concerts at the Nocturnes: DJ Champion and his guitar line-up, Blandiloquentia, We are Wolves, Martin Tétreault, The National Parcs, Duchess Says, DJ Maüs, Pas Chic Chic, bob, We are Ortiz, and Creature. Upcoming shows promise to be just as memorable.
FETISH WEEKEND
The Fetish Weekend allows you to become the star of the event. Our attendees are active contributors to the fantasy. Come and join the hundreds of visitors, renowned entertainers and designers who span the globe. A non-stop fetish fantasy holiday where Montreal’s legendary hospitality allows you to have the time of your life.
BLACK & BLUE FESTIVAL
The Black & Blue Festival features about 60 activities for the gay community and its friends. The week of events includes major dance parties, cultural and artistic events, sports events, brunches and more.
BAL DES BOYS
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with the Montréal gay community. Many events surround this classy party: DJs, dancers and brunches in a classy mix of venues and clubs.
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