A five-diamond restaurant serving refined farm-to-fork cuisine? A new lakeside spa with a year-round Nordic thermal experience? 30 acres of birch forest and...
Things to Do
Your guide to the best events, festivals, attractions, free admissions and more things to do in Montreal
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43 best free things to do in Montreal
Montreal has so many epic things to do, especially during the summer. From free yoga, meditation and breathwork sessions to discovering one of the...
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4 stunning Montreal beaches that are a quick metro ride away
With a heat wave in full swing, we’re thanking our lucky stars for Montreal’s public pools, sexy rooftop pools and beaches in and around the...
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Essential guide to the best things to do in Montreal right now
From secret restaurants and next-level dive bars to the best free things to do in town, Montreal really brings it during the summer. Whether you are into...
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Complete guide to Montreal beaches on and off the island
Montreal is an island. Take advantage of it! From long stretches of sand dotted with tiki-inspired huts to surf spots, our picks for the best beaches in...
Best ways to enjoy summer in the city
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It’s official: Another Montreal street ranked as one of the coolest in the world
If you know, you know: the coolest streets in the world have been revealed, and Montreal has topped the list again. Exploring a city’s main tourist...
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The best parks in Montreal
With so many incredible free things to do in Montreal, hanging out in one of the city's many urban hiking trails or beaches is at the top of the...
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39 best things to do in Montreal right now
From discovering the hidden bar ranked number one in town or where to find the best sugar shack, Montreal is full of amazing and free things to do in the...
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26 of the best hiking and parks in and around Montreal
When you need little break from the bright lights of the city, go for a walk—especially when it's an unseasonably warm spring. Hiking is the easiest...
Free and cheap things to do in Montreal
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The best pools in Montreal to dive into
When it's hot, Montrealers head to their favourite spots to cool off. Whether it's at one of these pools, one of the city's many glorious beaches, a stunning...
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The best free things to do in Montreal
Find activities, attractions and more without spending a single dime.
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49 best cheap eats in Montreal
Montrealers have an ongoing love affair with their city’s low cost of living alongside its high quality of life, and the best cheaps eats in...
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The best free museums in Montreal
Great places to explore art, history, zoology and more—and it's all free!
Montreal's sexiest shows
Where to find the best strip clubs in Montreal
Where to find the best strip clubs in Montreal
Known for erotic entertainment for decades, the best strip clubs in Montreal have ranged from the cabarets of the roaring 20s to the heyday of Sainte-Catherine...
The best gay bars and LGBTQ+ clubs in Montreal
The best gay bars and LGBTQ+ clubs in Montreal
Montreal is one of the world’s great LGBTQ+ capitals and its queer bars and nightclubs are a pillar of local nightlife. The city is home to one of...
Ultimate guide to the best nightlife in Montreal
Ultimate guide to the best nightlife in Montreal
Montreal is the party capital of Canada. The vibes are up wherever you go, and nights here are full of quality clubs, bars, live music venues, and homages to a...
Complete guide to the best bars in Montreal right now
Complete guide to the best bars in Montreal right now
We did our homework (and have the hangovers to prove it), having explored the city’s bar scene to find the best drinking establishments in...
Your guide to dating in Montreal
Your guide to dating in Montreal
We've taken the stress out of dating for you. Finding date ideas that don't feel like a forced gesture out of Love, Actually can sometimes be an actual...
The best speakeasies and secret bars hidden in Montreal
The best speakeasies and secret bars hidden in Montreal
There’s nothing like the thrill of discovering hidden addresses of the city’s best speakeasy and secret bars. Knowing which unmarked door leads you...
What's happening at Time Out Market
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Discover a new beer menu downtown highlighting local microbreweries
Is there anything more refreshing than a frosty summer brew? Time Out Market Montréal, home to some of the best chefs and restaurants in the city under...
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The best family-friendly drag brunch is coming to downtown Montreal
Our favourite Montreal drag queens? Free creative artistic workshops for the kids? Tessah Dunn’s unique mash-up of jazz, folk and classic tunes? As part...
Is there anything more refreshing than a frosty summer brew? Time Out Market Montréal, home to some of the best chefs and restaurants in the city under...
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Discover a new beer menu downtown highlighting local microbreweries
Is there anything more refreshing than a frosty summer brew? Time Out Market Montréal, home to some of the best chefs and restaurants in the city under...
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The best family-friendly drag brunch is coming to downtown Montreal
Our favourite Montreal drag queens? Free creative artistic workshops for the kids? Tessah Dunn’s unique mash-up of jazz, folk and classic tunes? As part...
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Don’t miss these free circus acts and special gin cocktails downtown
Circus performers? Audacious gin-based cocktails topped with cotton candy? Carnival vibes? Time Out Market Montréal has it all and more. Stop by the...
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5 ways to cool off at Time Out Market Montréal this week
Smack in the heart of downtown Montreal is 40,000 square feet of air conditioned space that’s home to some of the best chefs and restaurants in the...
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This downtown race weekend party has free next-level DJ’s and more
Got your list of things to do during Grand Prix weekend? Add this downtown party to the top of it. With epic DJ’s playing free sets (Truwayz, Cece the...
Arts, culture and education in Montreal
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The best art galleries in Montreal right now
Montreal is packed with artists, partly because it’s got art programs that draw students from far and wide, partly because it’s still the cheapest...
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The best festivals and events in Montreal for 2024
Sun or snow, Montreal is always on fire with tons of things to do. In addition to its reputation as being a party town with lively nightlife, the city is...
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It’s official: Another Montreal street ranked as one of the coolest in the world
If you know, you know: the coolest streets in the world have been revealed, and Montreal has topped the list again. Exploring a city’s main tourist...
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Revealed: Montreal ranked one of the world’s 20 best cities for food in 2024
Calling all food lovers: The 20 best global cities for eating and drinking right now have been released and Montreal is firmly in the mix. Whether it’s...
Have some fun
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The largest entertainment centre in the heart of downtown Montreal is open
Looking for some inexpensive good times? Discover the biggest entertainment centre in downtown Montreal, with cutting-edge VR games, arcade games, skill games...
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A sexy Star Wars burlesque show is taking Montreal by storm
Sultry Star Troopers? Sexy Ewoks? A scandalous Skywalker striptease? With all of the sexy shows hosted by Montreal, from Montreal’s sexiest burlesque...
Looking for some inexpensive good times? Discover the biggest entertainment centre in downtown Montreal, with cutting-edge VR games, arcade games, skill games...
![The largest entertainment centre in the heart of downtown Montreal is open The largest entertainment centre in the heart of downtown Montreal is open](https://cdn.statically.io/img/media.timeout.com/images/106080518/750/562/image.jpg)
The largest entertainment centre in the heart of downtown Montreal is open
Looking for some inexpensive good times? Discover the biggest entertainment centre in downtown Montreal, with cutting-edge VR games, arcade games, skill games...
![A sexy Star Wars burlesque show is taking Montreal by storm A sexy Star Wars burlesque show is taking Montreal by storm](https://cdn.statically.io/img/media.timeout.com/images/106100910/750/562/image.jpg)
A sexy Star Wars burlesque show is taking Montreal by storm
Sultry Star Troopers? Sexy Ewoks? A scandalous Skywalker striptease? With all of the sexy shows hosted by Montreal, from Montreal’s sexiest burlesque...
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The best jazz bars in Montreal where music's hot and drinks are cool
While the doors of a few of Montreal's jazz clubs have shuttered, we are thrilled to add a few more venues to the list. And you can always count on the city's...
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The best speakeasies and secret bars hidden in Montreal
There’s nothing like the thrill of discovering hidden addresses of the city’s best speakeasy and secret bars. Knowing which unmarked door leads you...
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This Montreal hotel was ranked the best in Canada
A restaurant helmed by Marcus Samelsson that overlooks the city skyline? A luxurious hidden spa that’s one of Montreal’s best kept...
Where to stay
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Where to stay in Montreal: our guide to the best neighborhoods
The city’s best neighborhoods for locals—and essential places where visitors can stay—are all right here in this guide. Montreal has a...
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This Montreal hotel was ranked the best in Canada
A restaurant helmed by Marcus Samelsson that overlooks the city skyline? A luxurious hidden spa that’s one of Montreal’s best kept...
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Best things to do in Old Montreal
Visiting Old Montreal is a one-stop-shop for some of the best things to do in this city, and walking through the neighbourhood alone is one of the...
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It’s official: Montreal ranked one of the best cities in the world right now
It comes as no surprise to Madonna, Joe Jonas and any Montrealer that this city is one of the best. We complain about the orange cones and endless...
Shopping around Montreal
Don’t miss this giant downtown pop-up with 40 vendors and the best DJ beats
Don’t miss this giant downtown pop-up with 40 vendors and the best DJ beats
Free musical performances by some of the best DJ’s in town? Authentic products made in Quebec? Discover the most talented local designers,...
The best thrift stores in Montreal
The best thrift stores in Montreal
Spend a day checking these out and you'll only find the top of the shops.
A full shopping guide to Montreal
A full shopping guide to Montreal
It’s a ‘til-you-drop affair with clothes, shoes, jewelry and more.
New Nike store downtown is officially open and has a free event!
New Nike store downtown is officially open and has a free event!
The new Nike store is finally open in downtown Montreal and the buzz is up and running. After Nike released the Montreal bagel-themed sneaker, it was clear...
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The best farmers’ markets in Montreal to explore and savour
The best farmers’ markets in Montreal to explore and savour
From the freshest ingredients to scoping local vendors.
The 14 best florists in Montreal for flower delivery and more
The 14 best florists in Montreal for flower delivery and more
Who doesn’t love a nice bouquet of flowers from the best florists in town – especially when you can get them delivered...
Specialties in Montreal
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The best bookstores in Montreal
The romance of wandering the streets of this city is incomplete without visiting the bookstores of Montreal.
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Where to find Montreal arcades for geeking out and gaming on
Geeking out and having fun has now emerged as part of the cultural zeitgeist right now, and Montreal arcades have never been better for old fashioned fun. (The...
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The best florists in Montreal for flower delivery and more
Who doesn’t love a nice bouquet of flowers from the best florists in town?
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10 best free museums in Montreal you need to check out
A combination rich history, a steady influx of scholars and up-and-coming artists make the free museums in Montreal the hosts to world class exhibitions and...
Newcomer to Montreal?
39 best things to do in Montreal right now
39 best things to do in Montreal right now
From the biggest free sugar shack festival in the city to discovering why Joe Jonas and Dave Grohl hit this epic Mile End spot (hint: it may have...
Where to stay in Montreal: our guide to the best neighborhoods
Where to stay in Montreal: our guide to the best neighborhoods
The city’s best neighborhoods for locals—and essential places where visitors can stay—are all right here in this guide. Montreal has a...
17 slang words every Montrealer should know
17 slang words every Montrealer should know
Every city has a language within a language that can be tricky to navigate for newcomers.
The 25 best Montreal attractions for tourists and locals
The 25 best Montreal attractions for tourists and locals
Take old-world European charm and mix it with an open, friendly bustling North American city, and you've got Montreal. It's no surprise that the city is home...
Top 15 things to do in Montreal in 2024
Top 15 things to do in Montreal in 2024
The year 2024 is full of promise for Montreal, with iconic addresses reopening, new viewpoints to take in, world-class shops to enjoy, whopping big headliners...
Your guide to dating in Montreal in 2024
Your guide to dating in Montreal in 2024
Dating in Montreal can be tricky, especially when it comes to finding the perfect spot to bring a first date.