10 Things to do in Montreal, Canada

Montreal is a stunning, world-class city during the summer. July is the prime time to visit to the city. From Old Montreal’s charm to the modern downtown, Montreal is filled with intimate cobblestone avenues, bustling plazas, local cafes, and charming shops and boutiques. and cafés. Montreal is the perfect international setting for a summer of excitement!

McGill University

McGill University, a prestigious university well-known as the Harvard of Canada. McGill’s campus is a peaceful retreat from the buzz and hustle of the city.

Beautiful Beaches

Soak up the sun and stretch out on one of Montreal’s 15 beautiful local beaches. Summer in Montreal is magical!

Just for Laughs Festival 

Be part of Montreal’s Sizzling Summer Celebrations at July’s annual Just for Laughs Festival, one of Montreal’s coveted Summer traditions. Founded in 1983, it is the largest international comedy festival in the world.

Six Flags

From roller coasters and water slides to animal experiences, festivals, food and games, Six Flags La Ronde is filled with excitement! It was originally built as the entertainment complex for Expo 67, the 1967 World Fair.

Parc de la Gorge de Coaticook

Hike up to Parc de la Gorge de Coaticook offering Montreal’s most popular trail, La Gorge Trail, which is known for being home to the longest pedestrian suspension bridge in all of North America.

Mont-Tremblant

This picturesque ski village on the shores of Lake Tremblant, features acclaimed winter sports, golf courses, a shopping village and amazing restaurants. The expansive Mont-Tremblant National Park offers hiking trails and lakes for canoeing, and more summer activities! Hit the summer slopes on a ledge ride and check out the scene at the International Blues Festival.

Old Town

Montreal comes to life at Night in the heart of Old Town. Spend an evening strolling through the cobblestone boulevards admiring the local flavor visiting the many boutiques and cafes.

Montreal Botanical Garden

Spanning more than 75 hectares (185 acres), the Montreal Botanical Garden houses approximately 20,000 plant species and cultivars under cultivation and maintains a herbarium consisting of nearly 100,000 reference specimens.

Rue Sainte-Catherine

Shop til you drop at the trendy stores on Rue Sainte-Catherine, the city’s main shopping street and is the place to be in Montreal.

St. Joseph’s Oratory of Mount Roya

Catch a breathtaking sunset at St. Joseph’s Oratory of Mount Royal; the view of Montreal doesn’t get much better.

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