Montreal Unveiled: Beyond the Basilica's Secret History
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We start our Montréal walking tour by skipping the line at the Notre-Dame Basilica before wandering Vieux-Montréal. We’ll pop into some historic and architecturally gems to get an understanding of the district before heading out and leaving the tourist crowds behind. We stroll through a segment of our interior or underground city. It’s the largest indoor network on the planet and lets us make our way to Chinatown for a quick snack as we get the skinny on the area. Then it’s off to our old Red Light District, turned entertainment Mecca to see where the biggest festivals take place. We pop into a whacky often missed institution for a visit. Up Saint-Laurent boulevard, we check out half a dozen impressive works of art from Montréal’s MURAL Festival in the borough that is home to the highest concentration of artists in Canada. With a coffee from a local third wave shop in hand we walk the hip parts of the lower Main before leaving you with a custom list of recommendations!!
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Chinwe_B, 10/26/2025 10:12:58 AM
This waa a fantastic tour, that allowed me to see and learn about places and things I wouldn’t have known otherwise.
Judith_A, 10/26/2025 8:19:16 AM
Danny really made the tour come alive! He clearly knows how to balance being informative with keeping the atmosphere fun and engaging, which is a rare skill for a guide. It's not easy to make a rainy day enjoyable, but his energy and knowledge really seem to have kept the group in great spirits. Plus, his tips and insights about the city's hidden gems, like the vibrant areas of the Red Light District now buzzing with festivals, definitely show he’s more than just a guide—he’s a true Montreal enthusiast! If I were you, I’d definitely be recommending him to anyone visiting the city!
974dilshadk, 10/24/2025 9:20:40 PM
My guide Mel, was an absolute star. Can't say enough wonderful things about her, and I’d highly recommend her. It was an excellent tour, with a variety of things sprinkled in the tour including underground network of routes, architecture, history and murals. The best!
caseymA5938MX, 10/19/2025 6:20:47 PM
Rufus gave us an informative and entertaining tour through the city. His passion for Québécois history made for an unforgettable experience!
michaelgB6508GY, 10/19/2025 5:27:11 AM
Most enjoyable walk with Danny. Very informative and fun with food and coffee thrown in. Danny’s so easy to talk to with a really friendly delivery of a very informative tour. A great way to start a trip to Montreal. Many thanks. Mike and Jill
Micheline_E, 10/18/2025 7:28:56 PM
Gabriella was an excellent tour guide. Very knowledgeable on all the history of the area. Highly recommend this tour. Well worth the money.
Lorina_L, 10/18/2025 3:45:10 PM
Our tour guide was very knowledgeable. She has a very pleasant personality. Providing a little snack during the tour was wonderful. It’s about 2 1/2 hour walking tour so wear comfortable shoes especially part of the walk will take you uphill.
peterhQ2174WC, 10/17/2025 4:37:42 PM
Very enjoyable tour, with a good variety of things to look at including architecture, history and murals. Our guide, Mel, was excellent, and I’d highly recommend her.
Gabriela S, 10/15/2025 8:31:41 AM
The tour was everything as described. Jeff took us to so many different neighbourhoods in Montreal. Shared the rich history of Montreal from the beginning until the present day. The pace was perfect for anyone. The stop for a bao bun and coffee at the end was a pleasant surprise. I would recommend this tour to anyone. The recommendation for places to eat and activities was appreciated. Thank you, Gabriela
Virginia_H, 10/13/2025 1:11:43 PM
Gabriella was extremely knowledgeable and made the tour fun. She was very accommodating to everyone’s needs and abilities.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- A moderate amount of walking is involved, please be ready for that and to be wearing comfortable shoes.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Minimum age is 5 years
Departure point
We meet next to engraving « 1642 « on the Maisonneuve Monument middle of Place d'Armes Square, directly across the Notre-Dame Basilica. Tour starts on time and we can't wait for latecomers. Please show up 10 minutes before the tour starts. If you are late, you might not be able to join the group.Return details
We start our Montréal walking tour by skipping the line at the Notre-Dame Basilica before wandering Vieux-Montréal. We’ll pop into some historic and architecturally gems to get an understanding of the district before heading out and leaving the tourist crowds behind. We stroll through a segment of our interior or underground city. It’s the largest indoor network on the planet and lets us make our way to Chinatown for a quick snack as we get the skinny on the area. Then it’s off to our old Red Light District, turned entertainment Mecca to see where the biggest festivals take place. We pop into a whacky often missed institution for a visit. Up Saint-Laurent boulevard, we check out half a dozen impressive works of art from Montréal’s MURAL Festival in the borough that is home to the highest concentration of artists in Canada. With a coffee from a local third wave shop in hand we walk the hip parts of the lower Main before leaving you with a custom list of recommendations!!No redemption information available
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