Montréal Holidays
Montréal is one of Canada’s most charming holiday destinations, combining the Old and New Worlds of Québec. With an impressive festival and event calendar throughout the year, there is always something to see and do in the colourful city. Take a stroll down Rue St. Denis and pop into one of the authentic pubs and restaurants, or visit the Notre-Dame Basilica, which is one of the most beautiful Catholic churches in Canada. If you’re interested in exploring the delights of French Canada, then we have a selection of holidays to Montréal that will give you a great insight into this unique part of Canada.
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Included Rail Upgrade Offer
Take advantage of an included GoldLeaf upgrade on rail holidays
Enjoy Canada's incredible mountains, national parks and abundance of wildlife on a luxury train tour. Book by 17th May 2024. T&C's apply.
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Exclusive Cruise Discount
Receive £250 off per cruise booking
Offer is valid for all cruise liners with selected 2024/2025 sailings. This offer is available until 17th May. T&C's apply.
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Accommodation in Québec Offer
Receive up to a 20% discount on hotel stays
Save up to 20% across our extensive hotel range in the province of Québec. Offer valid for selected dates and hotels for the 2024/2025 seasons. Terms & Conditions apply. Call us today for more information.
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Best time to visit Montréal
Most people favour the summer months when deciding when to visit a city in Canada. Indeed, summers in Montréal (June – August) can see temperatures rising as high as 27 °C. This is the time when travellers flock to the city to enjoy sightseeing and festivals. This is the peak tourist season though the accommodation prices can be high.
If you want to escape the crowds, then late-spring (April-May) is a good choice as despite the weather being still chilly it is less likely to see snow on the ground. Autumn is another great time to book holidays to Montréal and Québec, especially between September and October, as the weather is still wonderful, and temperature highs range between 21 °C and 13 °C.
Winters in Montréal are very chilly with snow and ice on the ground. January sees average temperatures of - 9 °C and is the coldest month throughout the year. This is the perfect time to try the many winter activities on offer, such as skiing, ice-skating, sleigh rides and tobogganing. When you have had enough fun in the snow outside, head to the Underground City. With an expansive maze of passageways beneath downtown Montréal, connecting shopping centres, restaurants, hotels and performing art venues, you are sure to enjoy the city even in the coldest months.
Average temperatures by month
- JAN -9°
- FEB -8°
- MAR -2°
- APR 6°
- MAY 14°
- JUN 18°
- JUL 21°
- AUG 21°
- SEP 16°
- OCT 9°
- NOV 3°
- DEC -6°
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Old Montréal
Old Montréal (Le Vieux Montréal) is a historic and lively district of Montréal and a hot spot for tourists. It blends seamlessly the city’s past and present. The neighbourhood is home to charming 17th-century architecture and remarkable historic landmarks along with a great diversity of bars, restaurants, boutiques, and museums. When visiting the district, make sure you explore at least a few of the following landmarks: Place d’Armes, Montréal’s City Hall, Bonsecours Market, Saint-Paul Street, Pointe-à-Callière, Notre-Dame Basilica, Place Jacques-Cartier, Old Port of Montréal.
Mount Royal Park
Mount Royal Park (Parc du Mont-Royal) is located in the heart of Montréal and is the largest green area in the city. It is an outdoor lovers' playground where you can stroll down the park on foot or bicycle, have a picnic, or rent a canoe and paddle Bever Lake in the summer. For incredible views of the downtown Montréal skyline, head to the Kondiaronk Belvedere summit. In winter, you can enjoy skiing and tobogganing in the park. Montréalers’ favourite recreation spot should not be missed whilst visiting the city.
Notre-Dame Basilica of Montréal
Notre-Dame Basilica (Basilique Notre-Dame de Montréal) is an iconic heritage landmark in Old Montréal. Built in 1656, it is Montréal’s oldest Catholic church with impressive Gothic Revival architecture. The building’s interior boasts unusual stained-glass windows depicting the city’s religious history rather than biblical scenes. It is filled with hundreds of intricate wooden carvings and a few religious statues. The basilica welcomes millions of visitors every year and is a remarkable attraction you should not miss during your holiday to Montréal.
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