Montreal 3 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Exploring Downtown Montreal

  • Morning:

    1. Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Café St-Henri, known for its artisanal pastries and specialty coffee.
    2. Visit the iconic Notre-Dame Basilica and marvel at its Gothic Revival architecture.
    3. Explore the Old Port (Vieux-Port) area, take a stroll along the waterfront, and check out the Clock Tower (Tour de l’Horloge).

  • Afternoon:

    1. Head to Place Jacques-Cartier for some shopping and people watching.
    2. Visit the Museum of Fine Arts (Musée des beaux-arts de Montréal).
    3. Take a leisurely walk through the beautiful Jardin Botanique de Montréal (Montreal Botanical Garden).

  • Evening:

    1. Have dinner at Gibeau Orange Julep and try their famous orange drink.
    2. End your day with a comedy show at the legendary Just For Laughs Comedy Club.

Day 2: Discovering Multicultural Montreal

  • Morning:

    1. Start your day with brunch at Le Bouillon Bilk in the Mile End neighborhood, known for its vibrant street art.
    2. Visit the Jean-Talon Market and immerse yourself in Montreal’s multicultural food scene.

  • Afternoon:

    1. Explore the Plateau Mont-Royal neighborhood, known for its vibrant street life and beautiful parks.
    2. Visit the St. Viateur Bagel Shop and try Montreal’s famous bagels.
    3. Take a stroll through Parc du Mont-Royal and enjoy the panoramic view of the city from the Kondiaronk Belvédère.

  • Evening:

    1. Have dinner at Au Pied de Cochon, a renowned restaurant serving classic French dishes with a Quebec twist.
    2. End your day with some live music at Casa del Popolo in the Plateau Mont-Royal neighborhood.

Day 3: Arts and Culture

  • Morning:

    1. Start your day with breakfast at Falafel Amiral, a popular spot in the Plateau Mont-Royal neighborhood.
    2. Visit the McCord Museum to learn about Canadian history and culture.

  • Afternoon:

    1. Head to the MUBA (Musée d’Art Contemporain de Montréal) to see contemporary art exhibitions.
    2. Take a stroll through the colorful streets of the Gay Village neighborhood.

  • Evening:

    1. Have dinner at Toqué!, one of Montreal’s top restaurants, offering creative and delicious dishes.
    2. End your trip with a show at Théâtre Saint-Denis, one of the oldest theaters in Montreal.