Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge
Big Ben to Tower Bridge

What you'll do

Montreal is one-of-a-kind, a blend of French-infused heritage and Canadian multiculturalism that can’t be recreated. Join your local guide in taking in sweeping city views from the apex of Mount Royal, the striking eponym watching over downtown Montreal. You could sample some of the best Québécois cuisine in the multicultural Mile End neighborhood or Jean-Talon Market, a farmers’ market lined with stalls selling food and fresh produce (but if you prefer pizza over poutine, Little Italy might be more your style). If you want to see snapshots of the city’s past and learn more about its European-influenced history, you could head to the cobbled lanes of Old Montreal, a 17th-century district with a port used by French fur traders 400 years ago! 

Where you’ll go

In downtown Montreal, an area in the shadow of the iconic Mount Royal, you’ll be well-positioned to spend a day exploring some of the city’s most famous attractions – and a few only a local could show you. Perhaps you’ll want to see popular neighborhoods like Le Plateau-Mont-Royal, an eclectic borough with a laid-back vibe and plenty of bagel shops, or maybe you’d like to uncover hidden gems like Librairie Drawn & Quarterly, an independent bookstore specializing in graphic novels and collectible comics. Just three miles away, Old Montreal is a must-visit for historic streets harking back to Montreal’s past – why not pick a quaint café for a French pastry and a conversation with your guide about their hometown’s fascinating heritage?

  • Private & 100% personalized tour

  • 8 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking tour (may use public transport)

  • Hosted in English (On request: Arabic, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish)

  • Meet at your accommodation or a central location

Experience outline

  • Explore the Jean-Talon Market and try some classic Québécois cuisine
  • Get a bird’s-eye view of the city from iconic Mont Royal
  • Stroll along cobbled streets of Old Montreal
  • Spend some time in eclectic neighborhoods like Little Italy and Mile End
  • Walk past some of the city’s most prominent buildings

Things to know

What’s included

  • A private and personalized experience
  • 8 hours with your host
  • Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
  • Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

What’s not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation costs
  • Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation

  • Cancel 7 days before the experience for a full refund
  • Worry-free cancellation terms: book with peace of mind knowing that you can cancel for free up to a day before the experience and receive a full refund.

Photos taken by our hosts and guests

City Unscripted guests photos

Reviews

    My husband and I had an awesome full day experience with May. She was very knowledgeable and personable. Our tour was totally customized to meet our interests and adding and excluding based on our requests. We walked, talked, ate, learned the history of the city, the buildings, shopped, rested, and walked some more. We were thrilled with the 18,000 steps journey through the old town, waterfront, underground, China town, university area and locals shopping district.

    September 2022

    Adrienne M

    On Sept 6, May Wong met us as planned at our hotel for a full day tour of Montreal. We were off at a good pace with use of the metro, city bus, and of course, our legs. She made our first trip to Montreal an absolute memorable one that you must do too. Please request May and your time together will be a real treat!!! Thank you May!

    September 2022

    Diane M

    My mom and I had never been to Montreal. We were paired with our guide Gabriel. He showed us the city, told us the history, shared some of his favourite local spots, and let us choose the pace we walked. Would highly recommend having Gabriel as a guide!

    August 2022

    Sera G

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