Montreal's Plateau Mont-Royal & Mile End Walking Tour
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Overview
The Plateau Mont-Royal + Mile End - artistic, cultural, trendy Montreal. Get off the beaten path and explore these fascinating areas where the locals live, work and play. Discover Montreal's diversity and multicultural side, beautiful Victorian-era architecture, typical outdoor staircases, green alleys, colorful murals and street art, see several Montreal institutions, enjoy a snack and maybe even practice your French! This MTL Detours route has been carefully crafted to show you the highlights of what makes these parts of Montreal so unique and special. Your passionate local guide will keep you entertained with history, secrets, hidden gems and fun facts. This is an exclusive, intimate tour with only 10 people. Book your spot now and bring your curiosity!
Inclusions
- MTL Detours List of Recommendations for things to discover in the area and in Montreal
- Special bonus treats
- Exclusive group of only 10 people = much more personal than other walking tours with larger groups
- Local, certified guide with city permit = the best fun, upbeat and knowledgeable guides in Montreal!
- Local taxes
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Le Plateau Mont-Royal, Le Plateau Mont-Royal, Montreal, Quebec
Plateau Mont-Royal district - We'll concentrate our walk around the St-Laurent Blvd. axis and side streets. Meet your guide near Saint-Louis Square. See our Victorian-era architecture, our typical outdoor spiral staircases and learn about the history of the area. We'll explore some green alleys and admire some murals along the route. Learn about the waves of immigrants that shaped the area including the Jewish and Portuguese communities. Soak up the local vibes with plenty of happening cafes, boutiques and restaurants to spot on our walk. Walk past famous Schwartz's Deli. Summer brings pedestrian-only streets that are bustling day and night and that highlight the joie de vivre of Montrealers.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Mile-End, Montreal, Quebec Canada
We explore one of Montreal's hippest and trendiest neighborhoods (recently named one of the coolest 'hoods in the world by TimeOut magazine!) We'll weave and zigzag through the streets of the neighborhood and enjoy the quaint residential architecture. Your local guide will explain the past and present of Mile End and will delve into fascinating stories about its working-class roots, its multiculturalism, its artistic flair and its current popularity as a tech hotspot. A little bit bohemian, a little bit industrial, a lot quirky & charming. Of course we'll see local institutions and landmarks like St-Viateur & Fairmount Bagel Shops, Cafe Olimpico, Wilensky's, St. Michael's & St. Anthony's Church, and many more. The tour will finish in the vicinity of Waverly/St-Viateur. Leave the tour armed with the MTL Detours List of Recommendations for things to eat/drink/see in the area and in Montreal.
Duration: 1 hour
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Le Plateau Mont-Royal, Le Plateau Mont-Royal, Montreal, Quebec
Plateau Mont-Royal district - We'll concentrate our walk around the St-Laurent Blvd. axis and side streets. Meet your guide near Saint-Louis Square. See our Victorian-era architecture, our typical outdoor spiral staircases and learn about the history of the area. We'll explore some green alleys and admire some murals along the route. Learn about the waves of immigrants that shaped the area including the Jewish and Portuguese communities. Soak up the local vibes with plenty of happening cafes, boutiques and restaurants to spot on our walk. Walk past famous Schwartz's Deli. Summer brings pedestrian-only streets that are bustling day and night and that highlight the joie de vivre of Montrealers.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Mile-End, Montreal, Quebec Canada
We explore one of Montreal's hippest and trendiest neighborhoods (recently named one of the coolest 'hoods in the world by TimeOut magazine!) We'll weave and zigzag through the streets of the neighborhood and enjoy the quaint residential architecture. Your local guide will explain the past and present of Mile End and will delve into fascinating stories about its working-class roots, its multiculturalism, its artistic flair and its current popularity as a tech hotspot. A little bit bohemian, a little bit industrial, a lot quirky & charming. Of course we'll see local institutions and landmarks like St-Viateur & Fairmount Bagel Shops, Cafe Olimpico, Wilensky's, St. Michael's & St. Anthony's Church, and many more. The tour will finish in the vicinity of Waverly/St-Viateur. Leave the tour armed with the MTL Detours List of Recommendations for things to eat/drink/see in the area and in Montreal.
Duration: 1 hour
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Tour operates from May to October. Please come prepared for weather conditions. In case of very inclement weather, please monitor for messages from us.
- Not recommended for travelers with any impairments, challenging mobility restrictions due to distance covered and length of tour. Most of the tour is walking/standing.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Minimum age to attend is 12 yrs old. Please contact for younger children.
- This tour is in English.
- This tour is owned and operated by MTL Detours Walking Tours
- Please note that there is an extensive amount of walking for most of the tour and spots to sit are limited.
- Also available as a PRIVATE tour. Please contact us!
- Bonus treats: we sadly cannot accommodate dietary restrictions
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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September 2023
Best tour guide ever!! Marie-Helene was charming, knowledgeable, and generous. The tour was invigorating (it’s a lot of walking, about 4 miles), but we had great weather and it was so interesting. Shows you everyday life in a lovely section of Montreal. Totally recommend!!
Best tour guide ever!! Marie-Helene was charming, knowledgeable, and generous. The tour was invigorating (it’s a lot of walking, about 4 miles), but we had great weather and it was so interesting. Shows you everyday life in a lovely section of Montreal. Totally recommend!!187priscas
June 2022
We had such a wonderful and even tasty afternoon! Lesley makes you discover places of the area you would never have noticed otherwise. Thank you for sharing with us!
We had such a wonderful and even tasty afternoon! Lesley makes you discover places of the area you would never have noticed otherwise. Thank you for sharing with us!jos_erN9597ZW
May 2022
Thank you Lesley for this amazing experience through the back alleys of Mile End! With loads of compelling anecdotes, I highly recommend this tour!
Thank you Lesley for this amazing experience through the back alleys of Mile End! With loads of compelling anecdotes, I highly recommend this tour!KCZ123
May 2022
What an amazing way to experience the “real” Montreal! A very nice stroll through two of Montreal’s historical neighbourhoods. Lesley our guide was so friendly and so knowledgeable about the city, the culture, the history, etc… Super happy to explain all sorts of things and answer all of our que...
What an amazing way to experience the “real” Montreal! A very nice stroll through two of Montreal’s historical neighbourhoods. Lesley our guide was so friendly and so knowledgeable about the city, the culture, the history, etc… Super happy to explain all sorts of things and answer all of our questions. Loved exploring the back alleys. We also loved the local treats, yum! Would definitely recommend :-)Dmitry S
October 2019
Leslie was friendly and enthusiastic about Montreal! Great way to try local food and learn about the city. Wonderful tour.
Leslie was friendly and enthusiastic about Montreal! Great way to try local food and learn about the city. Wonderful tour.Loo D
October 2019
My friend and I decided last minute to visit Montreal and learn about this beautiful city. Lesley did not disappoint! So much knowledge about the city and extra,fun little FYIs about such an interesting and diverse place. I highly recommend this tour. Lesley is friendly, energetic and her passi...
My friend and I decided last minute to visit Montreal and learn about this beautiful city. Lesley did not disappoint! So much knowledge about the city and extra,fun little FYIs about such an interesting and diverse place. I highly recommend this tour. Lesley is friendly, energetic and her passion for this city shines through in her tour. You will not be disappointed! Thank you Lesley, for a great afternoon!