Here’s your list of essentials for the best things to do in Montreal, from fantastic attractions to cultural powerhouses.
Things to Do
Your guide to the best events, festivals, attractions, free admissions and more things to do in Montreal
Secret new terrasse opening in Montreal
Lush jungle vegetation. A terrasse inspired by Vietnam’s French colonial architecture, and decor that channels Saigon of the 1950’s. Plus a menu...
New hidden beer garden in Montreal’s Plateau neighbourhood
Sizzling barbecue, local beer brewed on-site and a sprawling outdoor beer garden (with an indoor pub!) is the winning combination that’s arrived just...
Your guide to the best nightlife in Montreal
We’re calling it: Nightlife in Montreal makes this city the party capital of Canada, bar none.
The best events and festivals in Montreal
Sun or snow, Montreal is a happening city with tons of things to do. In addition to its reputation as being a party town with lively nightlife, the city is...
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Summer and the city
Best Montréal beaches to visit this summer
UPDATE, May 2022: The temperature is climbing in Montréal, which means the city’s beaches are opening for business. From long stretches of sand...
The 21 the best trails and parks for hiking near Montreal
UPDATE, October 2021: When looking at the best hiking near Montreal, we wanted to climb higher than before with our selection process, and are now...
The best parks in Montreal
Among all of the free things to do in Montreal, hitting up the green spaces is essential to experiencing the city. It’s where Montrealers go at any time...
A guide to the best neighborhoods: Where to stay in Montreal
UPDATE, October 2021: Our picks for the best neighborhoods and where to stay in Montreal are now built to reflect the results of the Time Out...
Free and cheap things to do in Montreal
The best free things to do in Montreal
Find activities, attractions and more without spending a single dime.
The best cheap things to do in Montreal
Maximize your dime and time, from arts and culture to food and drink.
The best free museums in Montreal
Great places to explore art, history, zoology and more—and it's all free!
The best Montreal libraries to discover right now
Get lost in shelves and stacks full of literature and brain candy.
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Montreal by neighbourhood
The best things to do in Villeray
The best things to do in Villeray
The neighbourhood may be on the smaller side, but the best things to do in Villeray demonstrate that size is far from everything.
The best things to do in Verdun
The best things to do in Verdun
The best things to do in Verdun isn't your average laundry list of ways to have fun.
Things to do in Downtown Montreal
Things to do in Downtown Montreal
Amazing things to do in Downtown Montreal are found on every corner, each bursting with arts, culture, food and drink.
Things to do in Old Montreal
Things to do in Old Montreal
Time to crawl the cobblestone streets of Old Montreal, our ground zero for some of the best attractions and activities.
Things to do in Little Italy, Montreal
Things to do in Little Italy, Montreal
There’s more to the best things to do in Little Italy than just mangia this and mangia that—but we got that covered too.
The best things to do in Chinatown, Montreal
The best things to do in Chinatown, Montreal
The best things to do in Chinatown, Montreal include late night feasts, shopping hubs and more.
What's happening at Time Out Market
Drink and discover Quebec's microbreweries at Time Out Market Montréal
Did someone say beer? Drinking is famously part of Montréal’s culture, and microbreweries are a clear favourite. But with over 150 microbreweries...
All the events happening at Time Out Market Montréal
DJs, live jazz and folk music, pop-up surprises, and more.
Did someone say beer? Drinking is famously part of Montréal’s culture, and microbreweries are a clear favourite. But with over 150 microbreweries...
Drink and discover Quebec's microbreweries at Time Out Market Montréal
Did someone say beer? Drinking is famously part of Montréal’s culture, and microbreweries are a clear favourite. But with over 150 microbreweries...
All the events happening at Time Out Market Montréal
DJs, live jazz and folk music, pop-up surprises, and more.
Montréal restaurant Toqué! named world’s best
Forbes recently released its 2022 Star Award winners list, and nine Canadian culinary hotspots were named among the best restaurants in the world....
Montreal can now dine on the new Time Out Market menu from chef Chanthy Yen
Time Out Market Montréal now features a coast-to-coast-to-coast menu from prime minister Justin Trudeau’s personal chef.
A new, huge weekend boozy brunch menu, and every eatery has a dish? Yes, please
Breakfast pizzas and brunch poutines? Middle Eastern, Indian and Japanese brunch dishes? Cocktail pitchers? Yes, yes, and yes every weekend.
Arts, culture and education in Montreal
The best museums in Montreal
Ponder fine art, explore historical crypts, go on walking tours and more.
The best walking tours in Montreal
Get to know the 514 better than ever on foot.
The best cooking classes in Montreal
From French techniques to vegetarian recipes and date night ideas.
The best baking classes in Montreal
Perfect pastry skills, boning up on bread and discover new desserts.
Have some fun
Where to find Montreal arcades for geeking out and gaming on
Montreal arcades have never been better for good, old-fashioned fun.
Where to go bowling in Montreal
Consider clocking a few strikes while bowling in Montreal.
Montreal arcades have never been better for good, old-fashioned fun.
Where to find Montreal arcades for geeking out and gaming on
Montreal arcades have never been better for good, old-fashioned fun.
Where to go bowling in Montreal
Consider clocking a few strikes while bowling in Montreal.
The best Montreal escape rooms you have to try
The Montreal escape room craze has been gaining traction for years now.
The best Montreal movie theatres for your next night out
This city’s full of people that remain faithful to the big screens of Montreal movie theatres for night out—or the beginning to a night...
Jazz bars in Montreal where music's hot and drinks are cool
Jazz bars in Montreal are right up there with the bustling clubs may found in New Orleans, Paris or New York.
Health and wellness
The best gyms in Montreal for workouts, training, classes and more
Intense full-body training sessions and group classes, guidance through yoga and meditation, or just solid all-rounders.
The best Montreal spas to rest and refresh
From Turkish baths to Swedish massages, hydrotherapy circuits to acupuncture service.
The best parks in Montreal
Where Montrealers go at any time of year.
The best hotels in Montreal for staycations
Pampered staycations with plush fineries and impeccable service of the best hotels in Montreal.
Shopping around Montreal
The best malls in Montreal for shopping sprees
The best malls in Montreal for shopping sprees
From the subterranean Underground City to the last stops of every metro line.
The best thrift stores in Montreal
The best thrift stores in Montreal
Spend a day checking these out and you'll only find the top of the shops.
A full shopping guide to Montreal
A full shopping guide to Montreal
It’s a ‘til-you-drop affair with clothes, shoes, jewelry and more.
The best flea markets in Montreal
The best flea markets in Montreal
If you’re in search of one stop curio shops, choice vintage and antique finds.
The best farmers’ markets in Montreal to explore and savor
The best farmers’ markets in Montreal to explore and savor
From the freshest ingredients to scoping local vendors.
Where to find a marijuana dispensary in Montreal
Where to find a marijuana dispensary in Montreal
Montreal dispensaries where you can buy non-medical cannabis to smoke responsibly.
Specialties in Montreal
The best bookstores in Montreal
The romance of wandering the streets of this city is incomplete without visiting the bookstores of Montreal.
Record stores in Montreal with choice vinyls, CDs, tapes and more
Any self-respecting music lover knows where the best record stores in Montreal can be found.
The best florists in Montreal for flower delivery and more
Who doesn’t love a nice bouquet of flowers from the best florists in town?
Travel around the world with these 25 grocery stores in Montreal
We’ve got our own best-loved spots for around-the-world food shopping that will send you away to every continent on the planet.
Newcomer to Montreal?
17 slang words every Montrealer should know
17 slang words every Montrealer should know
Every city has a language within a language that can be tricky to navigate for newcomers.
21 amazing movies set in Montreal to explore the city
21 amazing movies set in Montreal to explore the city
Movies set in Montreal allow us to wander the city’s streets and experience amazing storytelling at the same time.
Your guide to Montreal public transportation
Your guide to Montreal public transportation
There’s a lot to see and do in this city, but if you want to get to even a fraction of it, you’ve got to know how to get around.
Your guide to dating in Montreal
Your guide to dating in Montreal
Dating in Montreal can be tricky, especially when it comes to finding the perfect spot to bring a first date.
8 big reasons why Montreal is better than Toronto
8 big reasons why Montreal is better than Toronto
Montreal has a love/hate relationship with it’s Ontarian rival—we love to hate them.
12 things about Montreal that will never change
12 things about Montreal that will never change
One of the enduring qualities of Montreal is, well, how it endures.