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Year round events and delicious cuisine make Montreal a memorable trip.
Relevant posts to help you get to know the city and get excited for your trip!
What to do in Montreal for those who want to see the best sites and learn about the local culture.
Recommended tours and experiences that are unique to the destination. Additionally, find more tours on Get Your Guide.
Montreal is one of the best cities in Canada to indulge in food. Here you can discover creative Canadian and French cuisine. As well as international-inspired favourites. If you don’t know where to start, try these delicious spots. As for tipping, 15% is standard.
The blue zone on the map is where you can find many popular tourist sites, restaurants, and the liveliest city life. For quickest access to everything, staying in this area is ideal.
On a mid-range budget, cost per day is about 160 dollars. This includes accommodation, attractions, food, and miscellaneous items.
Average prices (CAD)
Water $ 1.25
Coffee $ 2.50-4
Beer $ 5-8
Wine $ 12-18
Breakfast $ 15-25
Lunch $ 15-25
Dinner $ 25-45
The best time to visit is from June-September when the weather is warmest. As for how long you should visit, the ideal trip length is 3-4 days. Moreover, see the current weather and upcoming events and holidays below.
June 21: National Indigenous Peoples Day
July 1: Canada Day
July: Just for Laughs Festival
August: Osheaga
December 25: Christmas
December 31: New Years Eve
Getting into Montreal is easy by train and bus from Canadian and American destinations. As for flights, the main airport is Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and there are many domestic and international routes available. While there, you can find local taxis and ride apps such as Uber and Lyft. As well as a public transportation system with buses and subways.
Travel Tip: use Skyscanner to find flights and compare prices
Emergency Number: 911
Calling Code: +1
Outlet Types: A & B
Travel Insurance: Safety Wing
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