Old Port Montreal

Why not visit Old Port Montreal this summer?

When most people picture the old part of Montreal, they think of cobblestone streets and accordion players on busy plazas – and, on some level, they would be right. But there is a vastly underrated part that even locals know very little about, and that only recently started getting some traction.

Ladies and gentlemen, here’s everything you need to know about one of my favourite parts of my hometown: Old Port Montreal.

Where to take photos in Old Port Montreal

Both the Old Town of Montreal in general and the Old Port more specifically are certainly easy on the eyes of photographers with their narrow streets and stately townhouses; Rue de la Commune and Bassin de l’Horloge are among the most loved spots in the city. Let your camera be guided by the Old Port’s bygone atmosphere!

Old Port Montreal Food Tour

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A visit to Montreal wouldn’t be complete without one (or two, or three…) gourmet indulgences. After all, my hometown is nothing if not a foodie destination but it can be hard to fully comprehend the extent of our culinary heritage without a knowledgeable guide. Local Montreal Food Tours offers three-hour long fascinating and well-priced food tours of the Old Port and Old Montreal that include five stops and seven tastings.

Habitat 67

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Habitat 67 is one of Montreal’s most iconic housing complex, designed by architect Moshe Safdie for Expo 67. In addition to being super photogenic on its own, it also offers visitors a unique and often-missed panorama of the city. During the summer, you can even book a guided tour with architecture experts.

Old Montreal festivals & events

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One of the main reasons Old Port Montreal has gotten so popular over the past few years is the almost overwhelmingly busy list of events happening throughout the year; from outdoor dance parties in January (yes, you read that right) to an entire weekend dedicated to poutine (again, it really is a thing), let’s just say visitors will not be bored in this area.

Old Port Montreal outdoor activities

Not interested in wasting time indoors? if Mother Nature is kind enough to grace you with clement weather, Old Port is the place to be in both summer and winter.

More things to do in Old Port Montreal

Old Port Montreal

Sure, Old Montreal has the Gothic basilicas and the historic markets; but that doesn’t mean the Old Port doesn’t have anything to offer. Quite the contrary!

Farine Five Roses

Having welcomed train visitors to the city since the mid-1940s, this 30-feet tall, iconic sign sitting atop a massive flour mill is famous for its blinking, bright red sign that act as a reminder of Old Port’s industrial past.

Science Centre

A fun and whimsical museum where both kids and adults will be entertained by all things pertaining to science through a wide range of interactive exhibitions, with themes stretching from Star Wars to human evolution.

Silo Numรฉro 5

Another token of Montreal’s bygone industrial history, the silos located in the Peel Basin were built in 1885 – right around the industrial revolution – and once were the highest structures in the city.

Clock Tower & Beach

Best enjoyed in the summer! This modestly-sized but rather remarkable space in the Old Port features both a high-rise historic clocktower with fantastic views of Montreal. Also included? A sandy and trendy beach along the edges of the marina.

Musรฉe Pointe-ร -Calliรจre

A renowned archaeological site, the museum was built over Montrรฉalโ€™s birthplace, which is beautifully showcased in the museumโ€™s permanent exhibition.

Fondation Phi

Are modern art and virtual reality up your sleeve? Fondation Phi is a state-of-the-art gallery that regularly hosts and creates contemporary, thought-provoking exhibits with a strong focus on new technologies.

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