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How does Old Montreal become everything from historic Europe to modern metropolises on screen? Enjoy a Private Licensed Guide as you see Windsor Station, Place d’Armes, Notre-Dame Basilica and more. Optional: Skip-the-Line entry to Notre-Dame Basilica.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Discover Montreal’s film heritage with a 5-Star Private Licensed Guide
- Beat crowds via Skip-the-Line access to Notre-Dame (in the 3.5-hour option)
- Explore Place d’Armes and Windsor Station through iconic movie moments
- Learn how Old Montreal became a backdrop for period dramas and modern hits
- See cinematic gems across Old Montreal’s atmospheric streets
Step into Montreal’s cinematic soul with Rosotravel and uncover how its iconic streets, grand architecture and atmospheric squares became timeless movie backdrops. Enjoy a Private Licensed Guide, tailored storytelling and hidden gems woven into every stop. Discover the wonders of Montreal with us today!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide in front of Montreal Marriott Chateau Champlain; 1050 Rue De la Gauchetière O, Montréal, QC H3B 4C9, Canada. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
Itinerary
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1
A landmark transit hub whose elegant historic façade and original train platforms have frequently doubled as period-era or urban settings in international film and TV productions.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
A landmark featuring a grand neoclassical exterior that filmmakers regularly use as a backdrop for dramatic financial or high-stakes corporate movie scenes.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
A historic central square where directors leverage the striking visual contrast between modern skyscrapers and historic stone architecture to craft dramatic urban scenes.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal
2.5-Hour Tour: Exterior viewing focusing on its famous silhouette and why it serves as a top backdrop for international film crews. 3.5-Hour Tour: Includes Skip-the-Line entry to explore inside. Visitors discover its glowing blue vaults, ornate chapels, and dramatic lighting that have inspired sequence designs in major productions.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
A historic, preserved square in Old Montreal favored by location scouts for its timeless European charm and old-world streetscapes.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Pointe-a-Calliere, Montreal Archaeology and History Complex
A historic area along the birthplace of Montreal where origins and colonial history add depth to film productions set in earlier centuries.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
A scenic waterfront promenade along the St. Lawrence River, known in cinema as a go-to backdrop for romantic montages and sweeping waterfront shots.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Vieux-Montreal (Old Montreal)
Extended walking through narrow historic lanes where your guide reveals location scouting secrets and demonstrates how directors transform these Canadian streets into futuristic cities, historical foreign capitals, or dramatic chase scenes.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please check your email the day before the tour for important details from Rosotravel, your tour operator.
- The number of attractions depends on your selected option.
- Please note that access to the Chapel may be restricted during Mass.
- Skip-the-line tickets let you bypass the ticket office, but due to high visitor numbers, you may have to queue shortly for security checks and entry.
- This is a moderate walking tour, including some uneven surfaces or steps. The guide will adapt the pace to your group. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather – the tour runs rain or shine!
- Due to attraction's policy, we keep our private groups small (1-10 guests per guide). Larger groups can book additional guides with us.
- Have a special request or need accessibility support? Let us know in advance—we’re happy to help!
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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