Visit Montreal - Canada

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Canada's second largest city, Montreal is located on an island in the Saint Laurent River in the French province of Quebec. The city, where most of the residents are bilingual, mixes history and culture and is like a little piece of Europe in North America. It is one of the most visited destinations in Canada and one of the cities with the most French-speaking people in the world.

Dynamic, Montreal is both contemporary and historic. It is one of the largest metropolises in the country, with almost 4 million inhabitants, a lively business center that, in addition to its commercial and industrial vein, offers a variety of entertainment options and cultural programs. Transformed into the city of Montreal in 1832, Vieux-Montréal (old city) rescues, through its charming buildings and architecture reminiscent of French colonization, a little of the charm of past centuries.

Walking is the best way to get around Vieux-Montreal, the historic part of the city preserves a labyrinth of cobblestone streets with old buildings, which in summer are even more charming with their flowering planters. It was there that the settlement of Ville-Marie was born, which later became Montreal. Nowadays, the place is fun to walk around, it has the lively area of ​​the Vieux-Port (Old Port), the Hôtel de Ville, Place Jacques Cartier and its surroundings full of restaurants with outdoor tables. Speaking of which… Eating in Montreal is always a pleasure! The city has excellent restaurants, many with French food, and is a perfect place to try poutine, a typical dish of the country, which was invented in Quebec.

The "city of saints" as some call it, has bike paths for bike lovers, several festivals throughout the year and beautiful churches, including the Notre-Dame basilica and the grandiose Oratoire Saint-Joseph. Another symbol of Montreal and which possibly originated its name is Mont-Royal, a hill where the Kondiaronk viewpoint is located, which also offers a beautiful view. Outdoor activities are much more pleasant in summer, as in winter temperatures can be minus 40 degrees.

Montreal is a tourist city and a business center in Canada, so there are a variety of accommodation options, ranging from simple accommodations, such as hostels or bed & breakfasts, to luxurious hotels. The high season in the city takes place during the summer, a reflection of the good temperatures that encourage visitors to take to the streets and enjoy the time when Montreal experiences its happiest days. In winter, when it is very cold, hotel prices are better and this is a good time to find accommodation deals.

As for the location, the best idea is to choose a centralized accommodation, which will facilitate your movement around the city and offer time savings; therefore, try to stay in Ville-Marie, which is a kind of neighborhood in the city, where most of the tourist attractions are. Montreal is made up of 19 arrondissements (a type of administrative division used in Canada) and Ville-Marie is one of them. Another tip is to opt for an accommodation that is close to the subway and bus stations, also to allow easier displacement.

Inside Ville-Marie, one of the best places to stay in Montreal is Vieux-Montréal, the oldest part of the city that looks like a movie set, such is its charm. This region has old architecture buildings, quality restaurants and bars, and is a great place to explore on foot. There in and around Vieux-Montreal are the charming Hotel Nelligan, the well-structured Place D'Armes, almost in front of Notre-Dame Cathedral, the InterContinental Montreal and the Lofts du Vieux-Montreal.

Montreal claims to be the city in North America with the most restaurants per capita and there is certainly no shortage of good places to eat in the city. There are varied options, with different types of cuisine and catering to all budgets. Montreal's food scene has mainly French cuisine restaurants, because of the influence of its colonization, which mixes with contemporary cuisine. Any cafe or small snack bar is capable of surprising you with the quality of the food.

In Canada, pancakes with mapple syrup, sandwiches, peameal bacon, butter tart are popular, as well as dishes with fish, seafood and duck (also due to the French influence). In the province of Quebec, poutine was created, a dish that became typical of Canada; and if you visit any city in this province, like Montreal, you need to try the delicacy!

The cold is a reality most part of the year in Montreal and, during the winter, the average temperatures are negative, so the summer is used to the fullest and it is a period when the city is full of people. Each season has its beauty and provides a different experience, just choose the one that most appeals to you.

Winter (December to March) is marked by low temperatures and, in the coldest months of the year, the average is -5.5ºC. January is the coldest month and has an average of -8.6ºC, and on very extreme days, the temperature can be -40ºC. Traveling during this period, you will likely pay more attention to indoor activities and enjoy the snow quite a bit. Having warm clothing that withstands low temperatures is essential for traveling in winter. During this period, the Fête de Neiges winter festival takes place at Parc Jean-Drapeau and the Montréal en Lumière, which mixes art and gastronomy.

With the arrival of spring, temperatures increase; in May, Montreal already has an average of 14ºC. In the summer, the city has its busiest days… And as a popular saying in Canada goes: “If you can't handle me in January… You don't deserve me in July” (If you can't handle me in January, you don't deserve me in July). In summer, outdoor activities take to the streets and enjoying the park areas or anything outdoors is a program enjoyed by everyone.

In summer (June to September), the averages are 19.5ºC, but can exceed 30ºC on hot days. In early summer, the Canadian F1 Grand Prix takes place in Montreal; on July 1st, there are Canada Day festivities; and, at the same time, the International Jazz Festival also takes place, a festival that stirs the city's nights and days and brings together several artists. As summer is the peak season, try to book your hotel in advance if you plan to travel at this time.

Each season offers a different landscape, but for those who are not used to the cold, winter will probably be more difficult to deal with. To escape extreme temperatures, avoid traveling in January or travel in spring or autumn. June, July and August are the hottest months and the closer you travel to them, the higher the temperatures you will find. The rains are well distributed throughout the year and there is no clear dry or rainy season, but they do occur frequently, so an umbrella or a waterproof coat is welcome to continue the program when it rains.

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