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The Rivalries Unveiled of Old Montreal

Montreal, Canadaby Tour Must See Mtl

  • 2.5 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 12 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English, French

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Overview

On this tour of Old Montreal, you will explore all the main plaza and the main attraction of the historical district. The tour starts at Place d'Armes right in front of Notre-Dame Basilica. We will explore all the surrounding of Place Jacques-Cartier that include City Hall, Champ-de-Mars, Bonsecours Market and Château Ramezay. We will discuss about the various rivalries that have shaped the history of Montreal. On St-Paul street, all the way to Place Royale, passing by the Cours Le Royer you will enjoy the architecture of Old Montreal as discuss all the transformation the neighborhood had. On Place d'Youville, we will commemorate the time Montreal was the capital of Canada. The tour will end inside the World Trade Center after we explore some of the St-Jacques street's bank that used to form the Wall street of Canada. Note : There is no Fee for admission. we are not entering inside the attraction.

What's included

  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Gratuities
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Notre-Dame Basilica

    20 min

    We will discuss about the foundation of Montreal and the construction of Notre-Dame basilica.

  2. 2

    Place Jacques-Cartier

    30 min

    We will do 3 stops around Place Jacques-Cartier. First, we'll talk about city hall and and the becoming of Montreal. Secondly, we'll talk about the occupation of Montreal by the American army. Thirdly, we'll talk about the plaza itself.

  3. 3

    Bonsecours Market (Marche Bonsecours)

    10 min

    On top of talking about the Market itself, we will discuss about in incorporation on Montreal as a city and its symbolism.

  4. 4

    Spa William Gray

    10 min

    We will talk about the architecture in Montreal

  5. 5

    Pointe-a-Calliere, Montreal Archaeology and History Complex

    15 min

    We will talk some more about the beginning of Montreal.

  6. 6

    Place d'Youville

    20 min

    We will discuss about the Canadian politics of the 1840's.

  7. 7

    Montreal World Trade Centre

    15 min

    We will talk about the banks and the development of Montreal.

Meeting and pickup

We meet on Place d'Armes on the North-East corner in front of the New York life insurance building. It's a beautiful red stone building.

End point

We conclude the visit in the World Trade Center of Montreal.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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