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Centre-Ville (Downtown)
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Centre-Ville (Downtown)
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- sanju_222323New Jersey16,235 contributionsVieux-Montreal is where the city began, and its old buildings and cobblestone streets make it the most picturesque neighborhood in the city. This is where you'll also find the popular waterfront promenade along the Vieux-Port (Old Port).
As you wander around Old Montreal, you'll most likely end up in the lively area by the Saint Lawrence River known as the Old Port (Vieux-Port). Here, you'll find plenty of things to do, from riding the giant Ferris wheel or climbing the famous clock tower, right through to screaming down a zipline that descends from dizzying heights across open stretches of water.
If exhausted, grab a coffee and sit on one of the sunny patios and just soak up the scene.
In the summer, boat tours leave from the docks here. If you really want to soak up the sun, there is even a man-made beach at the base of the clocktower with views back to the city or out over the river.
all I can say- this is the vibe (Specially St Paul Street and Jacques Cartier Square)Written July 16, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - CMCHerne Bay, United Kingdom1,050 contributionsWe started at the Eaton Shopping centre and finished at Complexe Desjardins which was near to our hotel. I found it quite interesting finding our way through the network of passage ways, although it is definitely not constructed to be a direct route from one end to the other. More likely it was designed to give direct routes between metro stations and the close surrounding buildings. During the journey we came across metro stations, food courts, art installations, wandered into a hotel reception and ended up walking into a vestibule of an office tower. Like other reviews have mentioned, signage and maps are not helpful in navigating the Underground City. We had to ask for directions a few times, and every time locals would always advise us to get the metro, I suppose to them walking is a waste of time. Even when we asked someone who worked in a metro station for directions they told us it was not possible to pass all the way through to Complexe Desjardins! Ignore the locals advice unless they can direct you. Luckily the porter at the hotel we walked into was helpful, and a security guard for one of the companies also helped. Its worth doing once or twice if you have the time, only realised afterwards there are dedicated tours on Viator, might take the fun out of it though.Written June 19, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- sanju_222323New Jersey16,235 contributionsA street brimming with history, culture, and commerce: Montréal’s legendary Sainte-Catherine Street has as many stories as it does street numbers! Consider it 5th Ave of NewYork
It is Montréal’s main commercial artery and one of North America’s longest and liveliest, for good reason. though the Street stretches 11 kilometers, we started from Place des Arts towards the old port.
From Saint-Laurent Boulevard, going west, the street is home to the major department stores, an array of boutiques, restaurants, and several shopping centers. Out the other way is a mix of boutiques, nightlife hotspots, cafés, theatre venues, and more.
Sainte-Catherine Street has been the pride of Montréal for over a century.Written July 20, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - TheMahdiBoracay, Philippines248 contributionsIt's actually another location almost 45 minutes walking distance from Notre Dam Basilica where you can find beaugiculGrafitis on the walls and houses painted with different colors.
Since we came in December most of the colors were faded and i believe they renew the paintings after cold seasons.
A good place to go during late spring and aummer but nothing much in Winter.Written December 20, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Zannah64 contributionsIt was really fun exploring Mile End with my daughter. We went to the Olympico café, the Croissant frigaro, the Papier Japonais and the Falafel Yoni for lunch.Written June 6, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- 🥳 🎉 🥳 Keep Life Simple 🥳🎉🥳Pittsburgh, PA123,015 contributionsA rather large Chinatown in Montreal Quebec with plenty of restaurants with a large selection of Chinese foods. The area covers over 4 blocks. Well worth a visit.Written July 12, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ray TMontreal, Canada121 contributionsI attended several festivals in this area this summer. There a plenty of activities here, to watch, to participate or just enjoy a stroll on St-Catherine Street. It is closed off to cars, so the only traffic you have is foot traffic. I definitely recommend you drop by for at least one of many festivals during the summer in Montreal.Written August 28, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Thomas VOakland, CA17,006 contributionsIt's called "The Main" here, part of the local lore. Historically important as the neighborhood of the 19th Century immigrants, Portuguese and Jewish. Still some remnants, but times have changed, and now this is a desirable close-in neighborhood for gentrification. Still a little sketchy post-covid, too many empty storefronts. But lots of cafes, and it is a major street.Written November 9, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Thomas VOakland, CA17,006 contributionsI don't know what happened, but this poor neighborhood has lost most of its charm. It now appears run down and has a lot of street people on some blocks. Still a few bars and lots of people drinking. Terrible place to shop. Side streets are not pretty.Written July 6, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kylie GVancouver, Canada320 contributionsWe took the metro to beaubien walked to boulevard st Laurent where there are some lovely restaurants dnd coffee shops. We had an excellent coffee at cafe Italia. Their sandwiches looked great too. We walked back to the metro Jean talon. We like exploring neighbourhoods away from the tourist areas.Written April 27, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Thomas VOakland, CA17,006 contributionsA pleasant neighborhood, next to downtown, in the center area. Some historic architecture, but it seems as though this area is changing and a target for redevelopment.Written November 15, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Thomas VOakland, CA17,006 contributionsI did a long walk with my friend who spent his early years in this substantial neighborhood, one of the most upscale in Montreal. Lots of lovely houses and apartment buildings and a great park. Plus some good food.Written July 7, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Thomas VOakland, CA17,006 contributionsThis used to be a very upscale residential neighborhood, but downtown has expanded and now you find all sorts of land uses including offices, hotels, and institutions. All upscale still. You can find some good food here. It is uphill from much of the city.Written July 10, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Thomas VOakland, CA17,006 contributionsThis is a big urban renewal area, not fully realized. It is dominated by the ETS University, the second biggest technical school in Canada. The campus buildings are all over the place, as well as residences for the students. Right now this area looks like a lot of construction sites, empty space and then modern apartment buildings. No Metro service.Written October 28, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Giuseppe SAntwerp, Belgium839 contributionsOutremont is a residential borough of Montreal. The neighbourhood is inhabited largely by Francophones. A Hasidic Jewish community is strong here too. You can also find several restaurants, cafés and shops after your hike in Mont Royal park.Written April 11, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
