Private Montreal City Highlights Hour Walking Tour

4.9 (7 reviews) 2–3 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Discover the highlights of Montreal with your personal local guide on this private, customizable walking tour. Tailor your experience to your interests and pace, capturing photos and videos at every stop, while enjoying insights and stories that go beyond the usual public tours.

Visit iconic landmarks like Dorchester Square, Saint-Paul Street, the John Young Monument, Notre-Dame Basilica, Montreal City Hall, Boulevard Saint-Laurent, Place des Arts, and the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts. With stops designed to showcase the city’s culture, history, and vibrant atmosphere, this 2–3 hour tour offers a unique and immersive way to experience Montreal. Perfect for first-time visitors, couples, families, or small groups seeking an unforgettable, personalized adventure – reserve your private tour today.

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At a glance

Duration: 2–3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, French, Spanish
Operated by: Vancouver Toonie Tours Ltd.

What is included

Included

Included: Local English-speaking guide – French or Spanish when selected

Not included

Not included: Gratuities for your Guide

Itinerary

Dorchester Square

15 min

Dorchester Square is a historic urban park located in downtown Montreal, known for its lush greenery, iconic monuments, and vibrant atmosphere. It serves as a central gathering spot surrounded by notable landmarks and bustling city life.
Stop 2

15 min

Saint-Paul Street West in Old Montreal is the city's oldest street, dating back to 1673. Lined with historic stone buildings, it now hosts art galleries, boutique shops, and lively restaurants.
Stop 3

15 min

The John Young Monument, located at 333 De la Commune Street West in Montreal's Old Port, honors John Young (1811–1878), a pivotal figure in the development of Montreal's port infrastructure.
Stop 4

20 min Admission not included

It's a landmark of Gothic Revival architecture and a cornerstone of the city's religious and cultural heritage.

Constructed between 1824 and 1829, it was designed by Irish-American architect James O'Donnell, who converted to Catholicism before his death and is the only person buried in the church's crypt.
Stop 5

15 min Admission not included

Montreal City Hall (Hôtel de Ville de Montréal), located at 275 Notre-Dame Street East in Old Montreal, is a distinguished example of Second Empire architecture and serves as the seat of the city's municipal government.
Stop 6

20 min

Saint Laurent Boulevard, affectionately known as "The Main," is a historic and culturally rich artery running through the heart of Montreal. Established in the early 18th century, it has long served as a symbolic dividing line between the city's English-speaking west and French-speaking east, while also acting as a gateway for successive waves of immigrants .
Stop 7

20 min Admission not included

Place des Arts, located at 175 Saint-Catherine Street West in Montreal's Quartier des Spectacles, is Canada's largest cultural and artistic complex. Inaugurated on September 21, 1963, it was the vision of Mayor Jean Drapeau, aiming to revitalize the eastern part of downtown Montreal and establish a premier venue for the performing arts.
Stop 8

20 min Admission not included

The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (MMFA), located at 1380 Sherbrooke Street West, stands as Canada's oldest art museum, founded in 1860. It boasts a vast collection of nearly 47,000 works, encompassing Quebec and Canadian heritage, Indigenous art, and international pieces spanning from antiquity to contemporary times.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Your guide will be holding a red umbrella and red hat

End point

Using your ticket

Look for the guide with the red umbrella.

Please sign our liability waiver, you and your guests, before the tour begins.

Signing is mandatory to participate.

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Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.