City Essentials: First Day • 3 hours 5.0
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Kickstart Montreal

Kickstart your Montreal visit with a 3-hour personalized tour. Discover the city, get local insights and tips to enhance your stay!

5 à 7 (cinq-à-sept) means Happy Hour!

What makes this experience special

Key highlights

  • Get acquainted with the oldest parts of Montreal and its historic port.
  • Get recommendations for the best produce at the Parisienne-like Jean-Talon Market.
  • Discover the real side of Montreal that only locals know
  • See a few of the city’s most prominent historical buildings en-route.
  • Get recommendations from your local host on where to enjoy a beer after a busy day of exploring

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

3 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

Private and personalized experience
3 hours with a Host
Walking experience

What’s not included

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

Meeting point

Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring

  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
  • Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

How your day could unfold

A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you most

What you’ll do

You could begin your tour by strolling along the elegant Rue Sherbrooke, one of the city's most prestigious streets in Centre Ville, where you'll find a wealth of renowned museums. Immerse yourself in the rich history of Vieux-Montreal, the original foundations of the city, as you wander its captivating streets. Experience a taste of Parisian ambiance on Rue St. Denis, with its charming atmosphere and delightful shops. If you're feeling hungry you could Indulge in a culinary adventure by visiting the diverse array of old-school bagel shops and uncover the culinary treasures at Marché Jean-Talon. Your local host is there to kickstart your adventure in Montreal.

 

1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?

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Anshu Aug 2025

Connie was extremely kind and knew Montreal in great detail having grown up there. She was accommodating as we made some changes from the original plan and showed me different areas that I would not have known to see otherwise. I'd definitely go on another tour with her someday!

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Elena Aug 2025

The guide was knowledgeable about the history of the city he take his time to explain things very friendly!

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Elena Aug 2025
Dominic Aug 2025

We very much enjoyed meeting Vincent and he was charming and knowledgeable and gave us a good feel of the layout of the City.

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Candace Jul 2025

Rim was so great, personable, nice, very knowledgeable, and just so perfect for our girls group!

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Dianna Jun 2025

Beatrice, our guide, was very attentive and responsive to our preferences and pacing, as one of us had a bad knee. She knew her stuff and gave recommendations for later.

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