Montreal

15 Best Old Montreal Tours

Old Montreal packs its history into barely one square kilometre, and these tours are the difference between pretty streets and real stories. The quarter began as Ville-Marie in 1642, and its best details hide in courtyards and foundations you’d walk past on your own. Morning departures beat the crowds on Place Jacques-Cartier.

1.History Walking Tour of Old Montreal

Transport yourself back in time on the History Walking Tour of Old Montreal, where secrets and stories await around every corner.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“Very nice tour!! We learned a lot about the different architecture and buildings in Montreal. It was fascinating to hear firsthand experience from our guide of the history of the language of the city. I would have loved to hear more history but grateful that…”

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4.Old Montreal Ghost Walking Tour

Wander through the haunting streets of Old Montreal on a ghost walking tour, where the secrets of the supernatural await, leaving you craving more.

★ 4.5

“The ghost walking tour was FANTASTIC!! The guide was energetic, entertaining and told great stories. It's a fun way of learning a bit about the history of Montreal! Highly recommend!”

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7.Old Montreal Food & Drink Tour by Local Montreal Food Tours

Get ready to indulge in a gastronomic journey through Old Montreal's hidden gems and tantalizing dishes, because Local Montreal Food Tours has a treat in store for you.

★ 5.0

“What an amazing experience with Laura! She was so knowledgeable about the food scene as well as the history of Montreal. Given the time of year (and the fact that it was snowing during our walk….. absolutely perfect in our option!) we had a small…”

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9.Montreal Highlights Bike Tour: Downtown, Old Montreal, Waterfront

Immerse yourself in the vibrant streets and rich history of Montreal as you pedal through downtown, Old Montreal, and the waterfront on this exhilarating bike tour.

★ 5.0

“Marie was the most amazing guide! She took our group all around Montreal on this "Hidden Gems" tour. She is extremely knowledgeable and told us lots of interesting facts about Montreal on this tour! And we even got a bagel from one of the top…”

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10.Old MONTREAL Walking Tour by FITZ MONTREAL

Step into the enchanting world of Old Montreal with the FITZ MONTREAL walking tour and uncover the captivating secrets that make this tour truly special.

★ 5.0

“Very good tour of the Old City with clear and concise explanations of the various buildings, areas, etc. François was knowledgeable and engaging as a guide. My biggest issue is that we started 15 minutes late because we waited for some stragglers who were delayed.”

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11.Winter Walking Tour of Old Montreal by MTL Detours

Frosty winds and hidden treasures await on the Winter Walking Tour of Old Montreal by MTL Detours, where history and culture intertwine.

★ 5.0

“Great tour, I am a native of Montreal and learned so much. Loved the historical and cultural references, the architecture, the selection of sites visited. Our guide was fantastic.”

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12.Montreal: Old Montreal Food and Drink Tour

Captivate your taste buds with a culinary exploration of Old Montreal's rich flavors, from classic bagels to elevated tacos, on this immersive food and drink tour.

★ 4.8

“Loved the tour and everything about it. Our guide, Ronnie was knowledgeable, considerate, and so incredibly friendly. We learned so much and ate some absolutely incredible food. Would 100% recommend this tour!”

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13.Haunted Old Montreal

Step into the supernatural as you explore the haunted streets of Old Montreal, where history and horror collide in spine-tingling tales that will leave you craving for more.

★ 4.5

“The guided knew what he was talking about. The issue is, where were the ghost stories? He would tell us about something horrific happened here, and then be like, next stop. We left half way thru.”

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14.Old Montréal VIP Semi-Private Walking Tour

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating streets of Old Montréal with the Old Montréal VIP Semi-Private Walking Tour, where every step unveils a new chapter in Montréal's captivating tale.

★ 4.5

“We had a great time walking old Montreal with Gaston. Beautiful architecture and amazing history. Great guide!”

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