Downtown Montreal

Montreal
Downtown Montreal featuring a city, a square or plaza and art
Beneath the skyscrapers, this neighborhood offers grand civic spaces, high-end shopping, 30 concert halls and the world’s largest underground complex.

Downtown is the home of Montreal’s beautiful skyline and vast subterranean center. Come to Downtown for shopping, a mix of modern and heritage architecture and world-class concert halls and museums.

Spend daylight hours on the long stretch of Saint-Catherine Street which features blocks of high-end boutiques and shopping malls, plus access to the Underground City. After sunset, head to Crescent Street to spend the evening hopping between the many pubs and restaurants set amid classic Montreal townhouses.

The Underground City is one of the largest subsurface complexes in the world. A total 20.5 miles (33 kilometers) of pedestrian walkways run under Downtown, connecting metro stations, concert halls and shopping malls. Shop in the Promenades Cathédrale, an underground mall built to support the once-sinking Christ Church Cathedral above.

Take a walk through the Golden Square Mile on the west side of Downtown, which features the exquisite Victorian mansions of Montreal’s old upper class. This section is also home to McGill University, one of Canada’s top schools.

Downtown is the location of Montreal’s world-class annual festivals. The Montreal International Jazz Festival takes place in Downtown’s Quartier des Spectacles. These 250 acres (one square kilometer) of the city contain over 30 concert halls, including the Montreal Symphony House. Visit during a festival to see this part of Downtown come alive. The Montreal International Jazz Festival alone consists of about 800 concerts, and tens of thousands of people attend.

Spend a few hours in Montreal’s best fine arts institutions, also located in Downtown. The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts is the largest museum in the city. It features a wide range of painting and sculpture from around the world, plus an exhibition dedicated exclusively to Québecois and Canadian art.

Most of the metro stops in Downtown are along Maisonneuve Boulevard, which is just one block away from Saint-Catherine Street. Bus stops are abundant throughout the area. Downtown covers a very large space, so it is a good idea to use public transportation. Paid parking is available in garages throughout Downtown. Look for southeast garages which tend to cost less than others.


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Hotel Bonaventure Montreal
Hotel Bonaventure Montreal
4 out of 5
900 rue De La Gauchetiere West, Montreal, QC
The price is NT$5,068 per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
NT$5,068
NT$6,551 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, hot springs on site, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,738 reviews)
"Staff and pool"

Reviewed on 2024/10/28

Hotel Bonaventure Montreal
Le Square Phillips Hotel And Suites
Le Square Phillips Hotel And Suites
3 out of 5
1193, Place Phillips, Montreal, QC
The price is NT$4,581 per night from Nov 3 to Nov 4
NT$4,581
NT$5,451 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly aparthotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (3,348 reviews)
"Great location, very clean, friendly staff, good breakfast!"

Reviewed on 2024/10/29

Le Square Phillips Hotel And Suites
Hotel Chrome Montreal
Hotel Chrome Montreal
3 out of 5
215 Boulevard René-Lévesque Est, Montreal, QC
The price is NT$1,771 per night from Nov 18 to Nov 19
NT$1,771
NT$2,108 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6.4/10 (3,623 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 2024/10/31

Hotel Chrome Montreal
Hotel Faubourg Montreal
Hotel Faubourg Montreal
3 out of 5
155 Rene Levesque Boulevard East, Montreal, QC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$3,087 per night from Nov 14 to Nov 15
NT$3,087
NT$3,674 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Montreal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8/10 Very Good! (4,023 reviews)
"Great location. Parking is steep even if you have a discount code. The staff were great. I visited with my 12 year old son. We had a great experience overall."

Reviewed on 2024/10/30

Hotel Faubourg Montreal
Le Nouvel Hotel
Le Nouvel Hotel
4 out of 5
1740 Rene-Levesque West, Montreal, QC
The price is NT$3,775 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
NT$3,775
NT$4,493 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,500 reviews)
"1"

Reviewed on 2024/10/28

Le Nouvel Hotel
Best Western Plus Montreal Downtown-Hotel Europa
Best Western Plus Montreal Downtown-Hotel Europa
3.5 out of 5
1240 Drummond Street, Montreal, QC
The price is NT$2,720 per night from Nov 19 to Nov 20
NT$2,720
NT$3,237 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,282 reviews)
"Excellent location. Close to transit system. Room was clean and a good size. Staff were friendly and very helpful."

Reviewed on 2024/10/30

Best Western Plus Montreal Downtown-Hotel Europa
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Montreal

Montreal Museum of Fine Arts which includes interior views and art

Golden Square Mile

Golden Square Mile is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Montreal Museum of Fine Arts and The Underground City, and you can get around town on the metro at Peel Station.

Golden Square Mile
Latin Quarter showing signage, street scenes and a city

Quartier des Spectacles

4/5(210 area reviews)

Great live music, charming cafes, and jazz venues are just a few top things to explore in Quartier des Spectacles. A visit to Complexe Desjardins or Place des Arts might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Place des Arts Station or Saint Laurent Station to get around town.

Quartier des Spectacles
OACI metro station in Montreal, Québec , Canada

International District

While you're in International District, take in top sights like World Trade Center Montreal or The Underground City, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Square Victoria Station or Place d'Armes Station.

International District
Pie slices as big as your face!

My favorite is the cheesecake/carrot cake combo.

They also have a regular food and drink menu.

Griffintown

4/5(10 area reviews)

While you're in Griffintown, take in top sights like Saint-Paul Street and jump on the metro at Griffintown-Bernard-Landry Station to see more of the city.

Griffintown
Notre Dame Basilica which includes interior views, religious elements and a church or cathedral

Old Montreal

4.5/5(1,366 area reviews)

Explore preserved colonial mansions and cobbled streets, while visiting notable sites like Notre-Dame Basilica and Bonsecours Market. Easily accessible, enjoy waterfront dining at Les Terrasses de la Marina and convenient supermarket options.

Old Montreal
Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel showing a monument, a bay or harbor and a city

Ville-Marie

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

Explore cultural gems like Montreal Museum of Fine Arts and Pointe-à-Callière Museum, or stroll through historic Old Montreal and Quartier des Spectacles. Easily accessible via Montreal Metro, enjoy parks like Mount Royal and Parc Jean-Drapeau.

Ville-Marie

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