Old Montreal Walking Tour | Small Group (Max 10) | by MTL Detours

4.9 (2,682 reviews) 2 hours Free cancellation

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2,682 reviews

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MTL Detours offers the #1 bestselling 2-hour walking tour covering the essential highlights of Old Montreal.
MTL Detours is a 100% locally owned + operated small independent tour company - founded in & based in Montreal. Merci for your support!
Small-group of only 10 people - an exclusive, intimate + personal tour experience.
Minimum age to attend is 12+. All participants require a paid ticket.
Includes our insiders list of recommendations, a unique parting gift and a tasty treat.

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Ages: Adults (12–99 years)

Included: Limited to 10 guests, so it never feels crowded and you can hear, follow, and ask questions
Included: Multi-year Viator & Tripadvisor "Best of the Best" Awards winner with thousands of 5-star reviews
Included: A small local treat and a unique parting gift
Included: Expert, certified guides holding the mandatory City of Montréal permit, consistently top-rated
Included: #1 bestselling Old Montréal walking tour. Real stories, not scripts, to truly understand the city.
Included: MTL Detours is a 100% local, independent, and proudly woman-owned tour company.
Included: Curated handout of local places to eat, see, and explore, selected by MTL Detours guides

Not included: Gratuities for your guide are optional and are warmly welcomed.
Not included: No hotel pickup/drop-off. Just meet us at the starting point and we'll handle everything from there.
Not included: Minimum age is 12. Each guest requires a paid ticket.

Old Montreal

2 hours

Walking tour of Old Montreal
Bonsecours Market (Marche Bonsecours)

Passing by

See this iconic silver-domed landmark and hear how it shaped Old Montréal’s civic life.
Rue St-Paul

Passing by

Walk along Montréal’s oldest street, known for its cobblestones and historic façades.
Place Jacques-Cartier

Passing by

Experience one of Old Montréal’s most animated historic squares overlooking the Old Port.
City Hall

Passing by

Admire this grand Second Empire building and learn about key moments in the city’s history.
Notre-Dame Basilica

Passing by

View the exterior of Montréal’s most famous landmark and hear the story behind its creation.

(Outside only. Interior entry not included.)
Bank of Montreal (Banque de Montreal)

Passing by

See Canada’s oldest bank and discover how Montréal became the country’s financial centre.
Chateau Ramezay Historic Site and Museum of Montreal

Passing by

View this 18th-century former governor’s residence and learn about Montréal’s colonial past.
Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel

Passing by

Learn why this chapel is known as the Sailors’ Church and its connection to the Old Port.
Pointe-a-Calliere, Montreal Archaeology and History Complex

Passing by

Stand near the birthplace of Montréal and hear how the city was founded.
Rue Saint Jacques

Passing by

Walk through Old Montréal’s former financial district, once known as Canada’s Wall Street.

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meet on the sidewalk outside Marché Saint Laurent boutique/café, on the edge of Place d’Armes Square. In warmer months, look for the small terrace with red umbrellas. Arrive 10-15 minutes early to check in. Tour starts on time and we do not wait for latecomers. Allow extra time for possible detours.

Tour will end in the vicinity of Place Jacques-Cartier square and Bonsecours Market.

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.

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 12. Each guest requires a paid ticket. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Tour operates rain, shine, or snow and takes place mostly outdoors. Please dress for the weather.
Tour is conducted in English.
A moderate level of walking is required, including uneven terrain such as cobblestones and stairs.
Most of the 2-hour tour involves walking or standing, with limited seating available.
Operated by MTL Detours, a locally owned and operated Montréal tour company.
Not recommended for travelers with mobility restrictions or difficulty walking at a steady pace.