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In this Top 10 list for spring, you'll find standard favorites, some out of town classic getaways, and a couple of unusual suggestions to make your spring interesting. |
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Wow! Summer is packed full of so many gems that we had to make it a Top 20 lists! And even that was hard! Enjoy!!! |
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Our top 20 list of fall experiences. Some are mainstream, but not to be missed. Some are very unusual. Photographed and reviewed by Montreal residents. |
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Our top 20 list of Montreal winter experiences. Our favorite festivals, winter outings or tiny hideaways for a date. |
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Our list of some great dates in Montreal. Refer back to our guide and you'll be sure to impress! |
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All Year Round - Top things to do in Montreal
Classics and new ideas that can be enjoyed in any season and even in bad weather.
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Here are our Top 25 rainy day things to do that will work for all season. Many of them are indoor, all-year-around attractions. Enjoy!
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Catch a Starry Planetarium Show
Curl up for an evening show at the Montreal planetarium with that special someone.
Montreal Planetarium |
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Catch a Performance
Check out the plays, cultural events and concerts happening year-round at Place des Arts and the Bell Center.
Place des Arts and Bell Center |
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Laser Tag
With a big mulit-level maze and loads of different games to play, shooting lasers at your friends was never so much fun!
Laser Tag |
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Dim Sum
"Little tea" equals "big experience". Bring a big group of friends to share treats from carts rolling by you.
Montreal's Top Dim Sum Restaurant: Kam Fung |
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TOHU Circus
At TOHU they train circus performers for greatness. Catch one of their performances or showcases.
TOHU |
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Montreal Biodome
It may be a tourist attraction, but who can resist regular visits to see the penguins?
Our Review and Photos of the Montreal Biodome |
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Indoor Rock Climbing
For the adventurous... a physically challenging and rewarding sport that you can continue into winter.
Our pick: Allez-Up |
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Go Karting
It's fast and furious and this time it's not a movie. It's GrandPrix Karting.
Our Pick: GrandPrix Karting Montreal |
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Catch a Comedy Show!
With it's lineup of international comedy stars, this cozy club will have you laughing through fall.
Our Pick: Comedyworks Montreal |
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Cooking Classes
You have to eat 3 times a day, why not enjoy it? Impress your friends and maybe even yourself.
Our pick: L'Academie Culinaire or try Bon Appetit Montreal |
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Symphony
For a classy and elegant night out, pick up some tickets for a symphony performance!
Montreal Symphony Orchestra |
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Ballet
The Nutcracker Ballet is a classic winter performance.
Les Grands Ballets |
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Opera
Head out to one of the Montreal Opera's regular performances or Gala events.
Montreal Opera |
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Montreal Science Center and 3D Imax
Visit the Montreal Science Center and catch a movie in its 3D IMAX theater.
The Science Center and IMAX |
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Drag Queen Show and Village Visit
The village has great spots to eat, shop, and catch a show with Montreal's most famous Drag Queen!
Cabaret de Mado |
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Birdwatch at the Morgan Arboretum
Go birdwatching in the last strands of Montreal island forest, then for a cozy meal along the waterfront.
Arboretum |
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Skating at the Atrium
Skate year-round in a much warmer, indoor location. Look out for music nights!
Atrium Le 1000
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Casino
You can go for the building, the gardens, the famous restaurent, the shows or the gambling.
Casino de Montreal |
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Learn a New Language
Montreal is a multilingual city. Join the masses in the intensive language classes and meet people from around the world.
Our pick for great classes + value: YMCA Language School |
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Go Shopping
Shop along St. Denis, Mont Royal, St. Laurent, the malls along St. Catherine’s Street, or Bonsecours Market for sample sales!
Our Pick: Terra Nostra (in a great mall near Place des Arts) |
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Traditional Quebec Music and Dance
There are classes for both traditional dance and all types of the music from accordian to harmonica!
Traditional Dance and Music |
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Botanical Gardens and Insectarium
These two side by side attractions both have indoor features that can keep things interesting (or scary) on a rainy day.
Bontanical Gardens Montreal or Insectarium of Montreal |
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Nightlife
You can start at 18yrs old and dance past the last call at 3am. But if you want something different try salsa at Club 6/49, jazz at the top rated "Upstairs" jazz bar, or clubs ranging from hip hop to 70's along Crescent Street.
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Eat Poutine
Everyone who comes here seems to want to try it... You can even buy the curds and gravy at most supermarkets.
Our Pick: Frit Alors! |
