Spring can be a tricky season in Montreal. As the snow melts, all of the previously-hidden dog poop and garbage coat the streets. This is a great time of year to ESCAPE Montreal for one of the many sugar shacks.
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Sugaring Off (Out of Town)
Feasting, music, traditional clothes and dance... If you are in Quebec during spring, you go sugaring off. It's that simple.
Our pick for great food AND fun: Millette Sugar Shack |
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Butterflies Go Free
Thousands of butterflies fly freely among water fountains and flowers in a greenhouse garden.
Botanical Gardens Montreal |
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Rafting the Riviere Rouge (Out of Town)
The rapids are at their most fierce after winter snow melts and spring rains. Are you up for the challenge?
Rafting the famous Riviere Rouge |
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Sit on a Terrace
As soon as it's slightly warmer, EVERYONE wants to be outside, so join them - even if you need a jacket.
Our pick: Prince Arthur Street |
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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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La Ronde
Hit Montreal's theme park before the crowds of summer.
La Ronde |
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St. Patrick's Parade
Get into Irish culture with language lessons or live music at O'Regan's Pub before the parade!
St. Patrick's Day Parade |
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Spring Skiing (Out of Town)
Get in your last few runs while the snow remains and the weather is a little more pleasant.
Most Popular Pick: Mount Tremblant Resort |
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Create Your Summer Jewellery
Montreal is known for fashion... why not learn to create some fantastic pieces of jewellery with these affordable lessons?
Our Pick: Bidz
Review and photos of Jewellery Making in Montreal |
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Bike or Rollerblade the Lachine Canal
You can rent rollerblades at Rene-Levesque and bikes in the Old Port. The trail is paved.
Lachine Canal Information |
