Best Walking Tours in Montreal

Discover the beauty of Montreal on foot with our curated walking tours. Whether you're visiting for the first time or looking to uncover hidden gems, exploring Montreal by walking lets you experience its culture, history, and landmarks up close.

Top Walking Tours in Montreal

Exclusive Tour of the Montreal Olympic Games by MTL76  in Montreal

Montreal , Quebec

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (4 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 22.19

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

Dive into the Fabulous History of the Montreal Olympic Games! Immerse yourself in Montreal's rich olympic heritage at the magnificent Montreal Olympic Park and uncover the fascinating story behind one of the city's most memorable events! Our tour will take you to the olympic cauldron and rings from the 1976 Games, the Esplanade of the Olympic Park with its hundred fluttering flags, the former athletes' village, Nadia Comaneci Square and at the foot of the Montreal’s Olympic Stadium—the most controversial monument in Canada! In what context did Montreal host the Olympic Games? Why was the stadium unfinished at the opening ceremony? How did a 14-year-old gymnast become the queen of the Games? Don’t miss your chance to discover the city from an Olympic perspective with a passionate local guide! Book your spot now!

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1 Hour Downtown Montreal Tour in Montreal

Montreal , Quebec

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (3 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 24.41

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

Follow your professional and certified guide on this Quickie Tour of downtown Montreal. Their expert insight and knowledge will add to the experience! At the end of the tour, they will gladly advise you and suggest other activities and spots for you to check out. Think of this as a simplified introduction to Montreal, walking around the central districts all while getting tidbits of useful information about the past and present of this great city. See architectural, historical, and cultural highlights. Get oriented and educated in this 1-hour long Quickie Tour and leave more time to explore on your own. Explore Sainte-Catherine Street, downtown Montréal's main thoroughfare, the Underground City, the world's largest interior pedestrian network, the Montreal metro, Quartier des Spectacles (Entertainment district), historical churches, groundbreaking architecture, and so much more.

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Old Montreal: Self-Guided Tour from Place D‘Armes to Old Port in Montreal

Montreal , Quebec

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (2 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 11.99

 

Travel back in time to the cobblestone streets travelled by early French missionaries, fur traders, and British conquerors on this self-guided walking tour in le Vieux Montréal (Old Montreal). You‘ll get an overview of the historical Place d‘Armes square, with its striking Bank of Montréal, famous Notre-Dame Basilica, and old Saint-Sulpice Seminary. We‘ll walk the narrow, cobbled stone streets of Old Montréal. You‘ll see Montréal‘s first church, Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel, stroll across the popular Place Jacques-Cartier square, and take in the Montreal Museum of Archaeology and History (Pointe-à-Callière). You‘ll pass the first hospital opened by the Grey Nuns of Montréal and, after walking along the animated Old Port promenade, reach the end of the tour at the Old Clock Tower. By the end of the tour, you‘ll better understand Montréal‘s colonial history and how it became an international destination where some of the world‘s most exciting annual events are held.

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Old Montreal in 90 Minutes Walking Tour in Montreal

Montreal , Quebec

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 28.11

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

This is more than a walking tour, it’s a warm invitation to see Montreal through the eyes of a passionate local. I mix storytelling, fun facts, and hidden gems to create an experience that’s informative, engaging, and full of heart.

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Old Montreal Walking Tour with Local Guide in Montreal

Montreal , Quebec

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (1 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 36.99

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

During this 90-minute walking tour, you will experience Old Montreal, East to West, like a local. As you stroll along picturesque alleys and squares, your guide will share fascinating stories about the city's founding, its evolution, and the vibrant blend of French and English influences that shape its identity today. From iconic landmarks like the Notre-Dame Basilica to lesser-known treasures tucked away in quiet corners, you’ll uncover the secrets of Old Montreal. Along the way, you’ll have the chance to learn about the city’s diverse heritage and capture beautiful photographs of this historic district. This experience has been crafted for curious travellers who want to immerse themselves in the rich history and culture of one of North America's most storied neighborhoods.

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Old Montreal Historical Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour in Montreal

Montreal , Quebec

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 9.75

 

We’ll wander past grand basilicas, cozy bakeries, hidden courtyards, plazas, markets, statues and so much more. You’ll see where French settlers laid their roots, where revolutions stirred, and where art, food, and architecture all collided to create something uniquely Montreal. So bring your curiosity, a camera, and maybe an appetite, this is a city best explored with all your senses. Your tour begins at the Montreal Museum of Archaeology and History, Pointe-à-Callière — the exact spot where the city was born. The tour is location aware and plays as you walk. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour never expires.

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Haunted Old Montreal Walking Tour in Montreal

Montreal , Quebec

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 24.41

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

Looking for another Montreal? Old Montreal is the most haunted area of the city. Since colonial times, the neighborhood has witnessed countless horrors — brutal colonization, guerrillas, unspeakable tragedies, heinous crimes and shocking executions. Step back in time in Montreal’s most historic neighbourhood. The ghost walk of haunted Old Montreal visits Place d’Armes, Cours Le Royer, the Palais de Justice district, Place Vauquelin, Champs-de-Mars, Place Jacques Cartier and the infamous Château Ramezay. These neighborhoods are all full of paranormal activities and ghost apparitions. Guided by an actor and a professional storyteller, this spectral tour is sure to appeal to ghost hunters, history buffs and Halloween enthusiasts with its frightening tales of paranormal activity and ghostly spirits haunting Old Montreal.

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Colonial Old Montreal Paranormal Investigation in Montreal

Montreal , Quebec

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (1 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 24.41

 

Do you believe in the paranormal? Hosted by professional ghost hunter Dominique Desormeaux of Investigations 13, Haunted Montreal’s “Paranormal Investigation: Colonial Old Montreal” takes guests on a dark adventure into the mysterious world of ghost hunting. Founded in 1642, the Ville-Marie Colony has seen countless public executions, torture, wars, beheadings, people burned alive, murders, and other horrific acts. Numerous unsettled spirits were created both during the religious paranoia of the New France Era and the bureaucratic brutality of the British Regime, which took over in 1760. Guests will learn strategies and techniques to locate and communicate with spirits. Ghost-hunting tools such as Dowsing Rods, EMF Readers, Temperature Guns, and other devices will be made available to reach out to the many deranged spirits that haunt present-day Old Montreal.

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Local Tips for Montreal

Guided vs. Self-Guided Walking Tours

A guided walking tour offers expert insights, historical context, and often includes skip-the-line access to major landmarks. If you prefer flexibility, a self-guided route lets you explore Montreal at your own pace using maps and mobile apps. Combining both options is ideal for a complete experience.

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