Old Montreal Historical Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour
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We’ll wander past grand basilicas, cozy bakeries, hidden courtyards, plazas, markets, statues and so much more.
You’ll see where French settlers laid their roots, where revolutions stirred, and where art, food, and architecture all collided to create something uniquely Montreal.
So bring your curiosity, a camera, and maybe an appetite, this is a city best explored with all your senses.
Your tour begins at the Montreal Museum of Archaeology and History, Pointe-à-Callière — the exact spot where the city was born.
The tour is location aware and plays as you walk. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour never expires.
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Duration 50 minutes – 1.5 hours
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Guided experience
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Hands free, location aware the tour plays as you walk.
- Walking tour on our Walking tour app in Montreal
- Go at your own pace, anytime. the tour never expires.
Not included
- No food or drink
- No admission, the tour is all outside
- No human guide, the tour is all on our walking tour app
Itinerary
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Stop 1
The tour starts outside the Montreal Museum of Archaeology and History where you'll hear the founding of the city, what's under the museum, and the area's history.
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Stop 2
The tour ends at Place d'Armes where you'll hear about the plaza, statue and more.
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Stop 3
What's the deal with the smoked meats in Montreal? Take the tour to find out.
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Stop 4
Explore the historic and intersing street, it's a local hidden gem
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Stop 5
See the square and catch the vibe of the city, and learn about it's history and people.
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Stop 6
The history of the market, and how it played a role in the story of Montreal.
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Stop 7
The historic church served the people here, learn the story of the church, the statues, and the people.
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Stop 8
Learn the story of the historic site.
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Stop 9
What famous words were spoke here by the Frenchman that lit a fire on possible independence? Find out.
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Stop 10
YOu'll see two statues here, that face each other, and represent different cultures and history.
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point
The tour starts outside the Montreal Museum of Archaeology and History where you'll hear the founding of the city, what's under the museum, and the area's history.
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Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day(s) before
- 0% refund if cancelled 0–1 day(s) before
Instant confirmation
Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
From $9.75 per person
- Free cancellation
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