24hCityTrip: the best of Montreal in 24 hours
24 hours in Montreal
We went to Montreal for the first time in December 2013 from NYC by bus to discover this city that everyone talks about in just a few days. #24hCItyTrip continues by introducing you this time. The best of Montreal in 24 hours, Through our advice, tips and recommended places we discovered during our stay.
Brunch at Pastaga, a convivial restaurant located at 6389 Saint Laurent Boulevard where you can enjoy one of the best cuisines in Montreal. Enjoy their delicious brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 to 14:00
Discover Montreal in an original way, from the perspective of gastronomy, with Ronald Poiré, a culinary guide for Montreal Food Tour And a great lover of his city, who will be able to show you around with passion. Head to Jean Talon Market and Petite Italie to savor local specialties and learn more about real Montreal life.
A digestive walk in Mont Royal Park, a stunning place where you forget that you’re in one of Canada’s largest cities. In winter, don’t forget to visit the large skating rink or go for a snowshoe hike. On Sundays, let yourself be guided by the sound of tam-tams; you’ll meet groups of hippies playing music.
Head to Sainte Catherine Street to discover this atypical neighborhood, the birthplace of the gay community. You can also take the opportunity to do some shopping and buy a nice, warm down jacket to replace the one you have, which isn’t suitable for the cold winter temperatures!
Visit the museum Point at Callière, Located in the port of Montreal, this is an opportunity to learn more about the history and foundation of Montreal. This 2.0 museum is very modern and playful, with a multitude of hashtags to offer the visitor the opportunity to interact with their social networks according to the themes discussed during the visit.
Stroll through the old port and the old city of Montreal, discovering Place d’Armes, Place Jacques Cartier and Notre Dame Basilica
Wandering around the Plateau neighborhood and «shopping» on Saint Denis Street, where you can also find a nice bar to have an aperitif, like Distillery, the Hip Hop Cafe ,or the 3643 Saint Laurent located at the same address.
3643 St Laurent – photo: nightlife.ca
Have dinner at the Bistro Duo.D, a restaurant with a delicious cuisine run by a French couple. This must-visit little neighborhood restaurant with industrial decor is located at 1380 Notre Dame Street.
Source: bistroduod.com
For the digestif, savor an absinthe with SarahB, the new bar at the Intercontinental hotel, in a pleasant setting.
- Discover Montreal’s underground and artistic universe at Electric rattles, A real institution in the city since 1983, where young talents and new artists are presented. Style: electro, dubstep, punk, hip hop, metal, etc. There are 4 bars, 3 performance halls and 2 art galleries
Photo: wikipedia commons
- Another Montreal institution, The 2 Pierrots, a traditional «song box» located in Old Montreal. The atmosphere there is great and electric; everyone starts singing the traditional songs, all in joy and good humor. The opportunity to soak up the local culture and customs.
Do you ever have a little snack after a long night of drinking? Head over to the expert of the Poutine, The Banquise, To savor this local specialty, which is especially appreciated at the end of the evening to wash down alcohol!
Overnight stay at the Intercontinental Montréal, starting at 90€ per night. More information in our article and on the Hotel website
Comments
Travel Me Happy
20 April 2020
As indicated in the title, this is a 24-hour city trip 🙂 So we’re giving you some ideas
Hello Capucine and Thibault,
I stopped for a few minutes on your blog because, I must admit, this article made me dream.
I really like Canada and my role is to organize tours throughout the country. Today, seeing your article and your experience, I couldn’t help but mention a few places like 3643 Saint Laurent or Bristro Duo.D.
So thank you for all this really useful information in my profession. Your blog is now in my «favorites» 🙂
Good continuationI really like Canada, but I’ve never had the opportunity to go to Montreal. Canada is so big! I’ll keep your article in mind for my future trip there.
Gabrielle
28 May 2016
I stumbled upon your blog by chance while searching for information about Morocco. Of course, I was intrigued by this post because I am originally from Montreal and I like to know what foreigners recommend and what they enjoyed about their experience.
However, I must admit that I am disappointed.
While some of the addresses are indeed interesting, such as Pastaga, Banquise and the Jean-Talon market, others leave me perplexed.
Of course, I’m aware that it depends on your own tastes and personal travel style, but I think the Foufounes electric are not a great place to party. It’s mostly underage people, long lines, low-quality beer…
There are so many other charming places that make Montreal a beautiful city even at night.
It would also have been interesting to mention a walk in the Mile-End, where you’ll find the Jewish quarter and the BAGELS, the Montreal specialty. Montreal is a gourmand city whose culinary culture is extremely diverse, and even though many French people live there, I think it would have been more relevant to propose a restaurant where you can find local and Quebec-based food!For a next visit, here are some places I suggest:
Eating out: EVOO in the St-Henri neighborhood, Le Mousso for a slightly more expensive budget, Schwart’z for smoked meat (an essential part of Montreal’s gastronomy), Bouillon Bilk, Au Pied de Cochon…
Have a drink: There are many wine bars including La Buvette chez Simone, Rouge Gorge, and Vin Papillon. If you’re a fan of microbreweries, head to Dieu Du Ciel where you’ll find many Quebec specialties. Since I really like gin, I also have a suggestion for a gin bar: Le Pourvoyeur.
Let the party begin: Partouuuuuut! Montrealers are true party animals; every bar can quickly turn into a big, friendly gathering. A hockey game at the Hardware Store is also a great way to get a better feel for Quebec culture in the evening. Montreal is full of clubs, bars, and pubs with different atmospheres; it all depends on your personal preferences.
Things to see: LE MILE-END for its cafes and diversity, the southwest (St-Henri), the Chinatown area, the entertainment district during the many festivals.
To visit: the CCA (Canadian Centre of Architecture), the MAC (Museum of Contemporary Art)
Take a walk: Parc Lafontaine
For the poutine: Poutineville and try La Taquise à la BanquiseWe hope you have a good stay!
Capucine & Thibault
29 May 2016
Hello 🙂
Many thanks for your practical advice and addresses!
Of course, we haven’t had time to discover everything, and we can’t wait to go back there 🙂
See you soon
Rachel
30 December 2014
Huge! It reminds me of my stay in Quebec!
Which camera did you use? The photos are just stunning.Poutine is an extraordinary experience; I’ve had some great ones in Montreal and Quebec City.
But it really has to be really cold or you have to have a few beers in your body.Hello,
Thank you for sharing this post with us.
Indeed, the photos are magnificent.
I am seriously keeping this guide for a possible second trip to Montreal.
Rom,
The proposed addresses look super nice!
I’m going to visit a friend in Montreal soon. So I’m going to suggest that we go visit these places. But maybe she already knows them!
Thanks anyway 🙂This little guide would have been very helpful when I went to Montreal! I’ll take note for my next trip 🙂
Franck
20 April 2020
1 hour to get to Pointe à Callière; you didn’t see anything! Sacrilege