Montreal Things to Do

One of the most well established private galleries in Montreal, this prestigious space specializes in contemporary Canadian art, especially that from Inuit communities across the north. Pieces range from traditional soapstone c... more

This museum, established in 1955, today occupies the entire stone arsenal building at the Fort on Île Ste-Hélène. There is a live recreation of an 18th century French division as well as special exhibitions featuring household... more

Originally known as Blue Bonnets Raceway, this site has re-made itself into a modern, all-purpose racetrack that includes live harness racing, inter track wagering from the top tracks in America, and Hippo Club off-track bettin... more

Housed in a much lauded modern building and the 125-year-old Shaughnessy House, this museum offers fascinating glimpses into architecture, urban design and more esoteric fields (a recent exhibit focused on the American Lawn). P... more

This symphony is considered one of the most prestigious in the world. It has recorded a string of best-selling classical CDs and embarked upon numerous international tours, serving as a cultural ambassador for Montreal, Quebec... more

A few years ago, this increasingly popular bar and lounge crept onto the scene with nary a sound. These days it is hard to miss at 1a on weekends, considering the enormous line of young professionals and soon-to-be-professional... more

Place des Arts' second-smallest theater, which seats less than 150, is also its most sparsely decorated: seats surround the bare wooden stage in an Elizabethan setup. Anything from theatre to standup comedy might be featured in... more

This legendary jazz club occupies a particularly bleak corner in downtown Montreal, but the atmosphere inside and on the terrace in summer is anything but cold. Patrons feast on barbecued chicken, ribs and other pub-grub favori... more

This addition to the Place des Arts family is, fittingly, the complex's most technologically advanced. A fully modular floor plan features movable seats, an expandable stage and capacities ranging from 300 to more than 400. Tho... more

This well-known casual Italian spot is a sort of cult favorite, even if they haven't been there, every Montrealer has heard of it. The Momesso restaurant serves exquisite Italian comfort food that shies away from pasta and sauc... more