Montreal 6 Day Itinerary

6-Day Itinerary for Exploring Montreal

Day 1: Arrival & Old Montreal

  • Stay at: Hotel Le Saint-Sulpice or Le Germain Hotel Montreal (centrally located)
  • Breakfast: Café Saint-Henri or Olive et Gourmando
  • Activities:
    1. Notre-Dame Basilica: Admire the stunning architecture and stained glass. (Place Jacques-Cartier, Montreal)
    2. Place Jacques-Cartier: Explore the charming pedestrian street lined with shops and cafes.
    3. Old Port of Montreal: Walk along the waterfront, visit Jean-Doré Beach, or take a cruise.
  • Dinner: Restaurant Toqué! or Au Pied de Cochon

Day 2: Downtown Montreal & Museums

  • Breakfast: Saint-Viateur Bagel (St-Viateur St. West)
  • Activities:
    1. Mount Royal Park: Hike up and enjoy the panoramic view of the city.
    2. Montreal Museum of Fine Arts or McCord Museum: Choose one based on your interests.
    3. The Montreal Biosphere: Learn about sustainable development in an iconic structure.
  • Dinner: Maison Boulud or Joe Beef

Day 3: Art & Street Art

  • Breakfast: Fabrique Café (multiple locations)
  • Activities:
    1. Saint-Laurent Boulevard: Discover the city’s vibrant art scene and unique boutiques.
    2. Museum of Contemporary Art (MAC): Check out current exhibitions.
    3. Mural Tour: Explore the city’s street art with a guided tour or using a map.
  • Dinner: L’Avenue or Schwartz’s Deli for classic Montreal smoked meat sandwich

Day 4: Jardin Botanique & Plateau Mont-Royal

  • Breakfast: Fairmount Bagel (multiple locations)
  • Activities:
    1. Jardin Botanique: Visit the Chinese, Japanese, and Alpine gardens.
    2. Jean-Talon Market: Sample local produce, cheese, and other delicacies.
    3. Plateau Mont-Royal: Stroll through this trendy neighborhood with colorful murals and independent shops.
  • Dinner: Le Vin Papillon or Damas

Day 5: Mile End & Little Italy

  • Breakfast: Café Olimpico or Wilensky’s Light Lunch Counter
  • Activities:
    1. Parc Laurier: Enjoy a leisurely walk in this picturesque park.
    2. Mile End: Visit the vintage shops and art galleries along St-Viateur Street.
    3. Little Italy: Explore the vibrant street of Dante, visit the Basilica of Saint Joseph, or grab a cannoli at Juliette et Chocolat.
  • Dinner: Arthur’s NoshBar or L’Avenue 54

Day 6: Departure

  • Breakfast: Le Petit Déjeuner (multiple locations)
  • Depending on your flight time, you might want to visit the Atwater Market for last-minute shopping or grab a coffee at Café Honesty before heading to the airport.