Montreal Things to Do

Canadian Postal Museum tells the story of evolution of the postal system in Canada, a thing has been an important component in human communication over the course of history. This expansive collection of philatelic objects is n... more

Built in 1903 as Montréal's Central Fire Station, this red-brick-and-sandstone building is now the Montréal History Center, which traces the development of the city from its first residents, the Amerindians, to the Europ... more

The best feature of this oddly located hole-in-the-wall is the amazing patio in back. Essentially sitting at the bottom of a six-storey hole, it is ensconced in ivy and on summer nights hosts a mature, quiet and thoroughly civi... more

Parc Jeanne Mance is the place for serenity and peace in downtown Montreal. Folks just come in for a stroll or try their hand at a local ball game. There are spots around the park where one can share a picnic basket with the fa... more

Biosphere, a museum and exhibition hall, is dedicated to raising environmental and ecological awareness among its visitors. Housed in the world's largest geodesic dome, which is one of few remaining structures from Expo '67, it... more

Also known as "Le Vieux Dublin," this cozy spot between St. Catherine Street and de Maisonneuve Boulevard was going strong while other Irish pubs were still a twinkle in their owners' eyes. The décor is practically non-existent... more

In true Montreal fashion, the wide, well-treed boulevard manages to be middle class and hip at the same time. Since they are not widely known among tourist circles, local residents have the sidewalk cafés and laid-back bars mos... more

This ages-old watering hole is perhaps Montreal's most famous, not for any spectacular reason but because of its cheap drinks and friendly, unpretentious atmosphere. The smoky, dimly lit interior reveals students and other youn... more

From the last few days of June through the first week of July, the area surrounding Place des Arts becomes one giant stage. Traffic is re-routed, stress dissipates (except for those stuck in traffic), and the air is filled with... more

Located on the cusp of the city's Chinatown area, this is home to the more serious-minded pool player, the one who brings his or her own cue and practices trick shots. There is also room for the amateur amid its 32 tables. The... more