Things to do in Montreal: sights, day-by-day itinerary and weather

Things to do in Montreal (Canada): Basilique Notre-Dame, Monument à Maisonneuve, Monument à sir George-Étienne Cartier, Musée des Beaux-Arts de Montréal, Musée McCord Stewart, 2 day-by-day itineraries, month-by-month weather, the best time to go and hotels.

Travel itineraries in Montreal

Hotels in Montreal

Frequently asked questions about Montreal

When is the best time to visit Montreal?

According to real weather data (2023-2024 averages), the months with 18–33 °C daytime highs and under 100 mm of rain in Montreal are: May, September.

How many days do you need in Montreal?

Our 2 day-by-day plans for Montreal last 2 to 3 days.

What to do in Montreal in 2 days?

Our “Montreal Essentials” plan: Day 1 — Old Montreal; Day 2 — Saint Joseph's Oratory.

What to do in Montreal in 3 days?

Our “Montreal and Quebec City” plan: Day 1 — Old Montreal; Day 2 — Saint Joseph's Oratory; Day 3 — Quebec City.

Where to stay in Montreal?

Close to the tourist centre: University Bed and Breakfast (750 m), Hôtel Park Avenue (900 m), Hotel Plateau Royale (950 m). Our directory lists 178 hotels in Montreal, to contact directly.

What to see in Montreal?

Some places to see in the centre: Basilique Notre-Dame, Monument à Maisonneuve, Monument à sir George-Étienne Cartier, Croix du Mont-Royal, Musée des Beaux-Arts de Montréal, Musée McCord Stewart.

Sights in Montreal

Museums in Montreal

Parks and gardens in Montreal

Where to eat in Montreal