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Best Old Montreal Private Walking Tour | Certified Guide

Montreal, Canadaby Authentic Montreal Tours

  • 2 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English, French

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Overview

Discover the charm, history, and hidden stories of Old Montreal on a walking tour led by a license guide. Travel back more than 380 years as you explore the birthplace of Montreal, where cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and vibrant public squares reveal the city's fascinating past. This personalized experience allows you to explore at your own pace while enjoying engaging stories, local insights, and recommendations from a professional guide. Visit some of Old Montreal's most iconic landmarks, including Place d'Armes, Notre-Dame Basilica, Place Jacques-Cartier, the historic waterfront of the Old Port of Montreal, and many hidden corners that most visitors miss. Learn about the founding of Montreal and the city's French origins, Indigenous history and early settlement, the fur trade and the rise of commerce, and pivotal moments that shaped the city, Montreal's unique blend of French and English influences, and local architecture, culture, and daily life.

What's included

  • Personalized recommendations for restaurants, attractions, and activities
  • Take advantage of a private tour where every question is welcome
  • Professional expert licenced guide (with mandatory official city permit)
  • Flexible itinerary within Old Montreal
  • Tips (optional, but always appreciated)

Itinerary

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    Vieux-Montreal (Old Montreal)

    2 hours

    Discover the charm, history, and hidden stories of Old Montreal on a walking tour led by a certified local guide. Explore the birthplace of Montreal and visit iconic landmarks.

Meeting and pickup

In front of the door of Pointe-à-Callière museum. The guide will have his card as a certified guide.

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
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  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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