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With Experience Tour Canada, you explore Old Montreal through storytelling that brings history to life — from the founding of Ville-Marie to the vibrant, multicultural city it is today. Every stop is connected through a narrative, not just a list of landmarks.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your experience begins at the Old Custom House, 238 De la Commune St W in Old Montreal. Your host will meet you at the glass corner of De la Commune and Rue de Callière. Just a 2-minute walk from the Old Montreal Cruise Terminal (Grand Quay), in the heart of the historic district.
Itinerary
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1Habitat 67
A bold and visionary housing project from Expo 67.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Pointe-a-Calliere, Montreal Archaeology and History Complex (Pass by)
Built directly over the archaeological remains of the first settlement — where Montreal quite literally began.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Originally, this area was the site of Montreal’s first fortifications in the 17th century.
Admission ticket free -
2Place Jacques-Cartier
Place Jacques-Cartier is one of the most lively and iconic squares in Old Montreal, connecting the Old Port to the historic upper city.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Montreal Clock Tower (Pass by)
Pass by the iconic Clock Tower, a 1920s waterfront landmark in the Old Port, offering scenic views of the St. Lawrence River.
Admission ticket free -
3Bonsecours Market (Marche Bonsecours)
A landmark building that once served as the city’s main public market and even briefly housed Canada’s Parliament.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Montreal City Hall (Pass by)
Pass by Montreal City Hall, a historic Second Empire building known for its elegant architecture and the balcony where Charles de Gaulle delivered his famous 1967 “Vive le Québec libre” speech.
Admission ticket free -
4Place Jacques-Cartier
Stop at Place Jacques-Cartier, a lively historic square filled with terraces, street performers, and views stretching down to the Old Port.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Notre-Dame Basilica
A breathtaking example of Gothic Revival architecture and the wedding location of Céline Dion.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Step inside a former bank and find yourself in one of the most breathtaking cafés in Montreal — where towering columns, grand chandeliers, and historic elegance meet the simple pleasure of a perfect coffee
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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