Plateau Mont-Royal is considered by many one of the prettiest neighborhoods in North America. It is a residential neighborhood with a population of over 100,000 residents, which makes it the most densely populated area of Montreal. Plateau Mont-Royal is a very dynamic and trendy borough, with a lot of restaurants and bars, plenty of green spaces and bike paths, theaters and art galleries.

Écomusee du Fier Monde is a museum housed in an old art deco building that served as public bath in the 1920's. At this museum you will discover the history of industrial and working-class Montreal. The exhibitions consist of two types of collections: one includes photographs, documents and artifacts, and the second features the buildings and public spaces of the entire neighborhood.

Discover the oldest district in Montreal. It features numerous unique houses dating back over 300 years, museums, art galleries and a great choice of fine restaurants and cafés. Here you'll also find two of the most popular churches in Montreal - the Basilique de Notre Dame and the Chapelle de Notre Dame de Bon-Secours. Enjoy exploring the highlights of Old Montreal.

Montreal's City Hall was founded in 1878. The building is characterized by the Second Empire architectural style. The exterior is decorated with ornate balconies, grand turrets, and attractive mansard roofs. Its main feature is the Hall of Honor with the portraits of every mayor that ever held this office in Montreal.

The socioeconomic and cultural heart of the city, Old Port of Montreal stretches for about 2 kilometers along the Saint Lawrence river. It is an important historical area that attracts millions of visitors each year. There is much to see and do here - visit renowned landmarks, like the Science Center, the Clock Tower, the marina, or enjoy riverfront activities, such as walking, rollerblading, cycling, and even boating on the water. Rentals available.

Located in the heart of the Old-Port, Basilica Notre-Dame is the largest church in Montreal. This magnificent structure was designed in a neo-Gothic architectural style and beautified with pine sculpted statues, gilded decorations, and gorgeous stained glass windows depicting scenes from Montreal's religious history.

Hydro-Quebec, the largest electricity generator in Canada, was founded in 1944. It has one nuclear generating station and 59 hydroelectric stations. Here you have the opportunity to admire the most spectacular developments in the world. Thanks to videotapes, brochures and other publications available you can learn a lot about electricity, energy and the environment.

Created in 1993, this museum is dedicated to promoting laughter and humor as cultural phenomena. Just For Laughs Museum is a multi functional space for thematic exhibitions, private or professional events, and media documentation, all centered on the promotion, research and distribution of information about laughter, humor and fantasy.

Redpath is a museum of natural history and an academic unit that serves as a scientific research and teaching center on the history of life and biodiversity of the planet. It houses great collections related to ethnology, biology, paleontology and geology.

Cours Mont-Royal is an upscale shopping center. It presents an old-fashioned stone building with modern touches. The main features of this shopping center are the exclusive fashion boutiques, health and beauty spa salons, and various fine restaurants and cafés.

The Museum of Fine Arts opened in 1860. It owns over 25,000 fine art pieces, being one of the best Beaux Arts museums in North America. Its collections consist of photographs, paintings, sculptures, prints, drawings and decorative art objects – from Antiquity to the present day.

Canadian Center for Architecture was founded in 1979 in the Shaughnessy House. Its aim is to provide detailed information on the cultural and intellectual circles of the past, point to the future architectural thinking and practice and reveal the changing character of thought and observation pertaining to architecture. Permanent collections include sketches, plans and photographs of famous architects and buildings.

The Mount Royal Park officially opened in 1876. It is a true jewel of the city, where you'll find lots of recreational opportunities, like jogging, picnicking, and ice skating. Visitors enjoy coming here for the fabulous view over the city Mount Royal offers from its top.

Saint Joseph's Oratory is a Roman Catholic sanctuary, regarded as one of the great spiritual centers of the world. The magnificent copper dome of the Oratory is second in size in the city, and can be seen for miles around. The Oratory is composed of a basilica, the Chapel of the Blessed Sacrament, Brother Andre's tomb and two museums in his honor.