3-day itinerary · Montreal

3 Days in Montreal: First-Time Highlights

This plan suits first-time visitors looking for a mix of guided sightseeing, local food, culture and outdoor experiences. Start with historic highlights, explore food and street art, then finish with cycling and an evening city tour.

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Day 1: History and waterfront perspectives

Get acquainted with Montreal through a historic walking tour, a guided boat cruise and ghost stories.

  1. Old Montreal Walking Tour | Small Group (Max 10) | by MTL Detours

    Morning

    Old Montreal Walking Tour | Small Group (Max 10) | by MTL Detours

    Walk through historic highlights with a small group, building a foundation for your first visit.

  2. Montreal: Guided Electric Boat Cruise in Small Group

    Afternoon

    Montreal: Guided Electric Boat Cruise in Small Group

    Board an electric boat and hear about Montreal’s heritage and culture for a different sightseeing perspective.

  3. Old Montreal Ghost Walking Tour

    Evening

    Old Montreal Ghost Walking Tour

    Follow a ghost-themed walk to explore the city’s darker stories and add a storytelling twist to its history.

Day 2: Local flavours and creative culture

Pair food tastings with mural art and a hands-on introduction to Montreal bagels.

  1. Montreal Mile End Food Tour with Bagel, Poutine and 7 Tastings

    Morning

    Montreal Mile End Food Tour with Bagel, Poutine and 7 Tastings

    Sample bagels, poutine and other tastings on a guided food tour that introduces Montreal through its culinary culture.

  2. The Original Montreal Mural Arts Tour by Spade & Palacio

    Afternoon

    The Original Montreal Mural Arts Tour by Spade & Palacio

    Explore murals and graffiti by local and international artists, adding contemporary creativity to your city introduction.

  3. The Bagel Class presents : Montreal Bagel Making Workshop!

    Evening

    The Bagel Class presents : Montreal Bagel Making Workshop!

    Learn to make Montreal bagels, turning a signature local food into a hands-on cultural experience.

Day 3: City layers and outdoor highlights

Explore the underground city, cycle through sightseeing highlights and close with a guided evening outing.

  1. Montreal RESO Underground City + Downtown Tour by MTL Detours

    Morning

    Montreal RESO Underground City + Downtown Tour by MTL Detours

    Explore downtown and the underground city with a guide to discover another layer of Montreal.

  2. Bike / E-bike Tour : Downtown, Old Montreal, Waterfront by Fitz

    Afternoon

    Bike / E-bike Tour : Downtown, Old Montreal, Waterfront by Fitz

    Pedal through downtown, historic streets and the waterfront, combining outdoor activity with a broad sightseeing overview.

  3. Montreal Premium Driving Night Tour with La Grand Roue Ride

    Evening

    Montreal Premium Driving Night Tour with La Grand Roue Ride

    Take a guided night drive and observation-wheel ride for a final evening perspective on Montreal.

Experiences are supplied by our partner Viator and booked on their site. Check times, prices and availability before you go.

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