On some level, most people would be correct when they imagine the old section of Montreal as having cobblestone streets and accordion players in crowded plazas. However, there is a hugely underappreciated area that has only lately begun to gain some attention and about which even locals know very little.
Here is all the information you require about Old Port Montreal, one of my favorite areas in my hometown, ladies and gentlemen.
An Old Guide to Port Montreal Travel
Where in Old Port Montreal can I shoot pictures?
Old Montreal Festivals & Events Old Port Montreal Food Tour Habitat 67
Outdoor activities in Old Port Montreal
Additional activities at the Farine Five Roses Science Centre in Old Port, Montreal
Pointe-à-Callière Museum of the Beach and Silo Numéro 5 Clock Tower Foundation Phi
Where in Old Port Montreal can I shoot pictures?
With their winding lanes and imposing mansions, Montreal’s Old Town in general and the Old Port in particular are undoubtedly pleasing to photographers; two of the city’s most popular locations are Rue de la Commune and Bassin de l’Horloge. Allow the fading atmosphere of the Old Port to lead your camera!
Montreal’s Old Port Food Tour
Without one (or two, or three…) delicious treats, a trip to Montreal wouldn’t be complete. My hometown is undoubtedly a gastronomy destination, but without an informed guide, it can be challenging to truly appreciate the breadth of our culinary legacy. Five stops and seven tastings are included in the three-hour, interesting, and reasonably priced food excursions of the Old Port and Old Montreal provided by Local Montreal Food excursions.
Habitat 67
Architect Moshe Safdie created Habitat 67, one of Montreal’s most recognizable housing complexes, for Expo 67. It provides visitors with a unique and frequently overlooked view of the city in addition to being incredibly picturesque on its own. You can even schedule a guided tour with professionals in architecture throughout the summer.
Old Montreal celebrations and activities
The almost unbelievably packed calendar of events that Old Port Montreal hosts throughout the year—from outdoor dance parties in January (yes, you read that right) to a whole weekend devoted to poutine (yes, it is a thing)—is one of the primary reasons it has become so popular in recent years. Let’s just say that visitors won’t be bored here.
July’s Le Grand Poutinefest
January’s Igloofest
January-February: DJ on Ice
Outdoor activities in Old Port Montreal
Are you tired of squandering time indoors? Old Port is the spot to be in both summer and winter if Mother Nature is gracious enough to grant you pleasant weather.
The tallest observation wheel in Canada is the Grande Roue de Montréal.
The sightseeing tour at Le Bateau-Mouche
Old Montreal history walking tour Old Montreal ghost walking tour
Ziplining adventure in Montreal
Jet boating on the St. Lawrence River in Saute Moutons
Ice and fishing in the summer
Additional activities in Old Port Montreal
The Old Port still has plenty to offer, even though Old Montreal is home to Gothic basilicas and medieval marketplaces. On the contrary!
Five Roses Farine
This iconic 30-foot-tall sign, which is perched atop a giant flour mill and has been welcoming rail travelers to the city since the mid-1940s, is well-known for its blinking, bright red sign that serves as a reminder of Old Port’s industrial heritage.
Center for Science
Through a variety of interactive exhibits with themes ranging from Star Wars to human evolution, this quirky and enjoyable museum will amuse both children and adults with everything related to science.
Silo Numéro 5
The silos in the Peel Basin, which were constructed in 1885, around the time of the industrial revolution, are another reminder of Montreal’s past industrial past. At one point, they were the tallest buildings in the city.
Beach & Clock Tower
Summertime is the best time to appreciate it! A high-rise medieval clocktower with breathtaking views of Montreal is part of this small but impressive Old Port site. Included as well? a fashionable, sandy beach that runs around the marina’s perimeter.
Pointe-à-Callière Museum
The museum was constructed above Montréal’s birthplace, a famous archaeological site that is exquisitely displayed in the museum’s permanent exhibition.
The Phi Foundation
Are you interested in virtual reality and modern art? A cutting-edge gallery, Fondation Phi frequently presents and produces modern, provocative exhibitions with an emphasis on emerging technology.
