Day 1 Vieux Montreal

 

Day 1: Vieux-Montréal

Arrive in Montréal and head to your hotel. Drop your bags and head out to grab a coffee and a light bite at Olive & Gourmando. Then stroll down rue St-Paul, the oldest street in the city, and do a little browsing.

Head to the Basilique Notre-Dame-de-Montréal, Montréal’s beloved landmark and the site of much of the city’s early history. Right in front of the church you’ll find Place d’Armes, a bustling tourist spot home to public art, four centuries of architecture, and, often, talented buskers. Next, walk down to the Vieux-Port, stroll along the waterside promenade, and check out Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours, the oldest church in the city, as well as Habitat 67 and Silo #5.

In the late afternoon head out onto Jacques-Cartier Quay to Terrasses Bonsecours for a drink on the patio and a great view of the skyline as the sun begins to dip down. Head past the artists and street vendors on Place Jacques-Cartier and up to Basilique Notre-Dame-de-Montréal for the nightly light show.

Try local French favorite Le Club Chasse et Pêche for dinner. After the meal, head to Place d’Armes Hôtel and Suites for a nightcap and a view of the city’s twinkling lights at rooftop bar Terrasse Place d’Armes. If you’re not ready to head back to your hotel, there’s always a chance to make a few late-night dance moves at dance club Wunderbar.