Guidebook for Montreal
Food Scene
Wonderful coffee and fresh OJ in a laid-back, cool space. Nice terrasse in the back during Summer.
53 locals recommend
Café Nocturne
19 Rue Prince Arthur OWonderful coffee and fresh OJ in a laid-back, cool space. Nice terrasse in the back during Summer.
The coffee is strong and tasty. Service is good — vibe is sometimes "too cool" but it's worth it to grab a cup to drink in the small park just across the street.
178 locals recommend
Café Névé
151 Rue Rachel EThe coffee is strong and tasty. Service is good — vibe is sometimes "too cool" but it's worth it to grab a cup to drink in the small park just across the street.
Great French resto — service is awesome, and despite the classic French fare it's laid back enough to be yourself.
220 locals recommend
L'Express
3927 R. Saint-DenisGreat French resto — service is awesome, and despite the classic French fare it's laid back enough to be yourself.
Icehouse
51 Rue Roy EInformal, great eats, nice patio in the summer.
Everything Else
Amazing pastries, desserts and quiche — remember to take a number when you walk in or you'll be skipped!
171 locals recommend
Mamie Clafoutis
3660 R. Saint-DenisAmazing pastries, desserts and quiche — remember to take a number when you walk in or you'll be skipped!
Sightseeing
The base of mount royal is great for wandering and people-watching. Walking, biking or driving to the top is worth it for the views — and for finding nature right in the middle of the city.
1477 locals recommend
Mount Royal
The base of mount royal is great for wandering and people-watching. Walking, biking or driving to the top is worth it for the views — and for finding nature right in the middle of the city.
A very old-Europe feel within walking distance from downtown. The East side is more touristy, the West side (our preferred area) has more locals, great restaurants and cafes.
804 locals recommend
Old Montreal
A very old-Europe feel within walking distance from downtown. The East side is more touristy, the West side (our preferred area) has more locals, great restaurants and cafes.
Called "the main", Saint-Laurent street is worth walking right from Prince Arthur all the way up to Little Italy (probably an hour's worth of strolling, longer if you're at a very leisurely pace). Featuring an array of wonderful cafes, restaurants and shops. Bypass the chains for the places you can only find in Montreal.
183 locals recommend
Saint Laurent Boulevard
Boulevard Saint-LaurentCalled "the main", Saint-Laurent street is worth walking right from Prince Arthur all the way up to Little Italy (probably an hour's worth of strolling, longer if you're at a very leisurely pace). Featuring an array of wonderful cafes, restaurants and shops. Bypass the chains for the places you can only find in Montreal.
Parks & Nature
Good for a jog or a stroll (especially around the pond) — Lafontaine also has a couple of kids parks right in its center.
1637 locals recommend
La Fontaine Park
3819 Av. Calixa-LavalléeGood for a jog or a stroll (especially around the pond) — Lafontaine also has a couple of kids parks right in its center.
Arts & Culture
The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
1380 Rue Sherbrooke OMusee d'art contemporain de Montreal
1 Place Ville Marie