Things to Do in Vieux Montréal, Montreal Key attractions include the Notre-Dame Basilica and Place Jacques-Cartier, with the waterfront just a short walk away.
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Habitat 67 ★ 4.5 · 476★
Sprawling apartment building complex showcasing an architectural style resembling stacked cubes.
Bonsecours Market ★ 4.1 · 8.5k★
Venerable building featuring apparel & accessory boutiques, plus art galleries & restaurants.
Mon–Wed 10 AM – 6 PM
Thu–Fri 10 AM – 7 PM
Sat 10 AM – 7 PM
Sun 10 AM – 6 PM
Old Port of Montreal ★
The riverfront below Vieux-Montreal has piers, boats, the Clock Tower, science center, skating, zipline, cafes, and promenade routes. It is the easiest outdoor extension after Notre-Dame Basilica.
Montreal Museum of Archaeology and History ★ 4.6 · 8.6k★
Modern museum with archaeological digs & interactive exhibits in historical buildings.
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 10 AM – 5 PM
Sat 11 AM – 5 PM
Sun 11 AM – 5 PM
Marguerite-Bourgeoys Museum and Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel ★ 4.7 · 1.9k★
Historic Catholic chapel built in 1771 & featuring a saint's tomb, unique art & a nautical theme.
Every day 10 AM – 6 PM
Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal ★ 4.7 · 39.5k★
Dating from 1824, this massive church features vibrant stained glass & hosts concert performances.
Mon–Fri 9 AM – 4 PM
Sat 9 AM – 4 PM
Sun 12:30 PM – 4 PM
Souvenir du Québec ★ 4.9 · 1.3k
Mon 11 AM – 6 PM
Tue Closed
Wed 11 AM – 6 PM
Thu Closed
Fri 11 AM – 6 PM
Sat 11 AM – 6 PM
Sun 11 AM – 6 PM
Montréal Science Centre ★ 4.4 · 7.7k
Interactive & educational science & technology exhibits for kids of all ages, with an IMAX theatre.
Every day 10 AM – 5 PM
Librairie Maktaba Bookshop ★ 4.9 · 298
A concept bookshop and boutique located in a heritage building in the Old Port of Montreal.
Mon–Fri 11 AM – 6 PM
Sat 11 AM – 6 PM
Sun 12 PM – 6 PM Where to eat & drink in Vieux Montréal · CA$20–60
Gourmet cocktails mixed in a speakeasy-style hideaway with exposed-brick walls & wood beams.
Mon–Thu 5 PM – 1 AM
Fri 3 PM – 1 AM
Sat 3 PM – 1 AM
Sun 5 PM – 1 AM
Garde Manger ★ 4.6 · 1.9k· CA$100+
In Old Montreal, this friendly restaurant lies behind a discreet façade.
Every day 5 PM – 10:30 PM
Cafeterra ★ 4.6 · 2.0k· CA$20–30
Every day 8 AM – 4 PM
Le Serpent ★ 4.6 · 1.4k· CA$100+
Housed in a warehouse of this former foundry turned contemporary art center, this location blends contemporary elegance with industrial heritage.
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 5:45 PM – 10:30 PM
Sat 5:45 PM – 10:30 PM
Sun Closed
Angelini Café ★ 5.0 · 309· CA$1–10
Mon Closed
Tue–Thu 8 AM – 5 PM
Fri 8 AM – 9 PM
Sat 9 AM – 9 PM
Sun 9 AM – 5 PM
Pub Wolf & Workman ★ 4.6 · 3.0k· CA$20–60
Locally sourced pub eats & Cointreau cocktails in a quaint 1830s building featuring a courtyard.
Mon–Thu 11:30 AM – 1 AM
Fri 11:30 AM – 2 AM
Sat 10 AM – 2 AM
Sun 10 AM – 1 AM
Chez Mère-Grand Café et Épicerie ★ 4.8 · 757· CA$10–20
Mon–Fri 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Sat 8:30 AM – 3 PM
Sun 9 AM – 3 PM Planning time in Vieux Montréal?
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1 Habitat 67 2 Bonsecours Market 3 Old Port of Montreal 4 Montreal Museum of Archaeology and History 5 Marguerite-Bourgeoys Museum and Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel 6 Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal 7 The Coldroom 8 Souvenir du Québec 9 Montréal Science Centre 10 Garde Manger Ready to plan Vieux Montréal? Turn these Vieux Montréal picks into a day-by-day Montreal plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.
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