Limited to 10 guests, so it never feels crowded and you can hear, follow, and ask questions
Multi-year Viator & Tripadvisor "Best of the Best" Awards winner with thousands of 5-star reviews
A small local treat and a unique parting gift
Expert, certified guides holding the mandatory City of Montréal permit, consistently top-rated
#1 bestselling Old Montréal walking tour. Real stories, not scripts, to truly understand the city.
MTL Detours is a 100% local, independent, and proudly woman-owned tour company.
Curated handout of local places to eat, see, and explore, selected by MTL Detours guides
Gratuities for your guide are optional and are warmly welcomed.
No hotel pickup/drop-off. Just meet us at the starting point and we'll handle everything from there.
Minimum age is 12. Each guest requires a paid ticket.
Old Montreal Walking Tour | Small Group (Max 10) | by MTL Detours
Montreal, Canada
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2 hours
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Offered in: English
• MTL Detours offers the #1 bestselling 2-hour walking tour covering the essential highlights of Old Montreal.
• MTL Detours is a 100% locally owned + operated small independent tour company - founded in & based in Montreal. Merci for your support!
• Small-group of only 10 people - an exclusive, intimate + personal tour experience.
• Minimum age to attend is 12+. All participants require a paid ticket.
• Includes our insiders list of recommendations, a unique parting gift and a tasty treat.
Meeting point
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Meet on the sidewalk outside Marché Saint Laurent boutique/café, on the edge of Place d’Armes Square. In warmer months, look for the small terrace with red umbrellas. Arrive 10-15 minutes early to check in. Tour starts on time and we do not wait for latecomers. Allow extra time for possible detours.
End point
Bonsecours Market, 350 Rue Saint-Paul E, Montréal, QC H2Y 1H2, Canada
1
Old Montreal
Walking tour of Old Montreal
Duration: 2 hours
2
Bonsecours Market (Marche Bonsecours)
See this iconic silver-domed landmark and hear how it shaped Old Montréal’s civic life.
3
Rue St-Paul
Walk along Montréal’s oldest street, known for its cobblestones and historic façades.
4
Place Jacques-Cartier
Experience one of Old Montréal’s most animated historic squares overlooking the Old Port.
5
City Hall
Admire this grand Second Empire building and learn about key moments in the city’s history.
6
Notre-Dame Basilica
View the exterior of Montréal’s most famous landmark and hear the story behind its creation.
(Outside only. Interior entry not included.)
7
Bank of Montreal (Banque de Montreal)
See Canada’s oldest bank and discover how Montréal became the country’s financial centre.
8
Chateau Ramezay Historic Site and Museum of Montreal
View this 18th-century former governor’s residence and learn about Montréal’s colonial past.
9
Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel
Learn why this chapel is known as the Sailors’ Church and its connection to the Old Port.
10
Pointe-a-Calliere, Montreal Archaeology and History Complex
Stand near the birthplace of Montréal and hear how the city was founded.
11
Rue Saint Jacques
Walk through Old Montréal’s former financial district, once known as Canada’s Wall Street.
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 12. Each guest requires a paid ticket. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Tour operates rain, shine, or snow and takes place mostly outdoors. Please dress for the weather.
Tour is conducted in English.
A moderate level of walking is required, including uneven terrain such as cobblestones and stairs.
Most of the 2-hour tour involves walking or standing, with limited seating available.
Operated by MTL Detours, a locally owned and operated Montréal tour company.
Not recommended for travelers with mobility restrictions or difficulty walking at a steady pace.
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