What to do in Old Montreal - Best Things to Do and Eat!!! Old Montreal Travel Guide

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  • Опубликовано: 17 ноя 2024
  • Old Montreal is absolutely stunning! There's so much to see, do and eat! To help you decide on what to do, we made this travel guide on the best things to do in Old Montreal. We take you on a walking tour of Old Montreal's cobblestone streets, show you some of its gorgeous centuries old architecture, check out the Notre Dame Basilica, explore the Old Port, ride Montreal's Ferris wheel, tour the Montreal Museum of Archaeology and History and of course, try lots of its amazing food! Old Montreal has some of the best restaurants and patios in all of Montreal, and we're happy to share them with you in our Old Montreal travel guide.
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Комментарии • 106

  • @TakeTimeToTravel
    @TakeTimeToTravel  3 года назад +6

    Check out our video on Montreal's Le Plateau Neighbourhood: ruclips.net/video/SWd_0sMngcg/видео.html

    • @andrecancol
      @andrecancol Год назад

      thanks for the video we want to go to Montreal for 2 nights at the end of May 27, 28, do you know if there will be snow or will it be like your video with lots of people walking and patio cafes, etc, I just dont want to go there if there is not much activites and patio cafes. Any thoughts? when did you guys go?

  • @AdventuresThings
    @AdventuresThings 3 года назад +6

    I love old Montreal. Such a fun city. Thanks for the support guys, you are the best.

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  3 года назад +1

      Old Montreal is such a great place with the fabulous architecture and of course, amazing food. Hope you're getting back on your feet again! Cheers :)

  • @broton7394
    @broton7394 Год назад +2

    Everything looks great! To the bucket list it is!

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  Год назад +1

      Montreal is a fun city that has lots of cultural events happening, especially in the summer! We also have a long bucket list that we hope we're able to travel to. Thanks for watching :)

  • @HTEtravel
    @HTEtravel 3 года назад +3

    I was born and raised in Montreal, but have lived in Ottawa now since 1985. I still miss Montreal and really miss all the great food. Thanks for sharing this video.

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  3 года назад +1

      Thanks for watching! Yea, Montreal really is a beautiful city, and has some fantastic food and architecture. Cheers!

  • @thunderforecast5657
    @thunderforecast5657 3 месяца назад +2

    You guys just earned yourself a new subscriber, you guys explained everything so clearly, it’s surprising how you guys only have 12k
    Edit: I journeyed in old Montreal for a whole day, I loved it

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  3 месяца назад +1

      Wow, that's very kind of you! We're glad to hear you had a great time in Old Montreal. Thank you so much for watching, we really appreciate it :)

  • @trainsupporter9088
    @trainsupporter9088 3 года назад +6

    This was nothing short of fantastic! I have been to Old Montreal several times...it's a great place for sure! Keep all these great videos coming!

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  3 года назад +1

      Thanks so much, we really appreciate it! Old Montreal really is beautiful beautiful and has lots of amazing food! Cheers!

  • @coreeceedwards5811
    @coreeceedwards5811 Год назад +2

    I walked in your footsteps and it was truly am amazing trip. You are very accurate with your information. Thanks for sharing. 😊

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  Год назад +1

      Old Montreal is such a beautiful area to explore, and of course some delicious food! Thank you for watching, and for your very kind words, we really do appreciate it :)

    • @P0WSEETr
      @P0WSEETr 11 месяцев назад

      How long did it take you to do the whole walk?

  • @pompei1968
    @pompei1968 3 месяца назад +2

    it's neo classical Architecture just like in Europe. that's what's so stunning about old Montreal

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  3 месяца назад +1

      Old Montreal certainly has that European feel to it as you wander the streets! Thanks for watching :)

  • @TylerSinden
    @TylerSinden 3 года назад +5

    It's kind of amazing the architecture they were make way back in the day with how little technology and resources they had. Looks like a great time there in Old Montreal!

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  3 года назад +2

      We do love wandering around and checking out the old architecture. It's like going to Europe but right here in Canada :)

  • @TimLeeLetsGo
    @TimLeeLetsGo 3 года назад +4

    Amazing tour! We made a trip to Montreal and wish we had seen this video. This is like a time gone by and such a pleasant guide. That dinner looked amazing 😋

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  3 года назад +2

      Hi Tim, glad you enjoyed it :) Walking through the cobblestone streets of Old Montreal reminds us so much of being in Europe. That was the second time we went back for the tasting menu at Restaurant Bonaparte, because it was so good the first time.

  • @miike261
    @miike261 3 года назад +2

    Great video!!! That patio at Jardin Nelson looks really nice, thanks for all the tips!

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  3 года назад +1

      Hi Mike, thanks for watching! Eating on the patio at Jardin Nelson, listening to jazz music while sipping on a cold beer is our favourite thing to do in the summer. I think we've been there 5 times in the last year lol. Cheers :)

  • @rollingwiththepauls
    @rollingwiththepauls 3 года назад +5

    Looks like such an amazing place, Montreal, so much to offer. I really want to go there. Thanks for all the tips and recommendations ♥️

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  3 года назад +2

      It really is a fun place to visit in the summer! Thanks for checking out our video :)

  • @AK-ze5in
    @AK-ze5in Год назад +1

    Very good and informative video

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  Год назад +1

      Thank you for watching, and for your kind words, we really appreciate it :)

  • @CaseAlcala
    @CaseAlcala 3 года назад +2

    Ahhh the heights strike again! All the food looks soooo good as always. You guys always eat well, love it!! Such a siiiiick city!

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  3 года назад +1

      It's all about the food lol. Montreal is a really cool city, but ya, those heights are a no go for me haha.

  • @ld872
    @ld872 2 года назад +1

    Great video! Thank you 😊

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  2 года назад +1

      Glad you liked it! Thank you so much for watching, we really appreciate it :)

  • @md60897
    @md60897 Год назад +1

    Amazing Video

  • @pammadill5410
    @pammadill5410 3 года назад +1

    That was great...as always...the$100 meal really looked delicious!!
    Thanks again guys😊

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  3 года назад +2

      Yea it was delicious! It was one of our favourite meals ever. The lobster stew and the rabbit confit phyllo pastry and the "Lobster stew" were especially tasty! Thanks for watching!

  • @TheTravelingChefs
    @TheTravelingChefs 3 года назад +2

    Looks amazing!!! Thanks for taking us around! Can’t wait to travel there soon ❤️

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  3 года назад +1

      Old Montreal really is amazing! Thank you so much for watching, we really appreciate it. Hopefully you'll be able to visit there very soon :)

  • @haroldtesalona5592
    @haroldtesalona5592 Месяц назад +1

    Nice 👍 place

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  Месяц назад +1

      Old Montreal is such a beautiful neighbourhood, with lots of amazing restaurants! Thank you for watching, we really appreciate it :)

  • @markkennedy5335
    @markkennedy5335 3 года назад +1

    Awesome video Guys. We love Montreal. Gibby's

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  3 года назад +1

      We definitely love Montreal too! We never did make it to Gibby's, but we've heard it's excellent...maybe when we go back to Montreal next time. Thanks for watching :)

  • @fanfanwong6233
    @fanfanwong6233 2 года назад +1

    Absolutely is the best old Montreal video , you have put big effort in making this !!!!! Thanks 🙏. Just booked the trip yesterday and I need to study this assignment with my sister .

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  2 года назад +2

      Thank you for watching and for your kind words, we really appreciate it! Hope you enjoy your trip to Montreal :)

    • @fanfanwong6233
      @fanfanwong6233 2 года назад +1

      @@TakeTimeToTravel thanks 😊

  • @makblak9703
    @makblak9703 2 года назад +1

    So helpful, thank you! Took a whole lot of notes for our trip.

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  2 года назад +1

      Wow, that's so nice to hear that this video helped you plan your trip! We hope you have a fabulous time in Montreal, it really is a wonderful city. Thank you for watching and for your kind words :)

    • @makblak9703
      @makblak9703 2 года назад +1

      @@TakeTimeToTravel My pleasure! We have been so far. Today we’re checking out Old Montreal!

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  2 года назад

      @@makblak9703 Hope you enjoyed it :)

  • @gioia4030
    @gioia4030 3 года назад +2

    Hi Tom & Mike I so enjoyed seeing your city through your vlog. The Old Port of Montreal truly is dreamy. I wanted to share with you that last weekend we went back up to Mont Tremblant for the weekend. When we arrived, I told my husband that we had to check out the new restaurant Cheesus. I told him Tom and Mike recommended it so we had to check out... and loved the grill cheese. Thank you again for your beautiful vlog... love your recommendations. xoxo

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  3 года назад +2

      Hi Gioia! We really love wandering through Old Montreal in the summer. That's so nice to hear that you enjoyed the gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches at Cheesus. We're always so happy to hear when someone checks out one of the places that we recommend, and that they enjoy it. Thank you so much for watching :)

  • @simonledoux8519
    @simonledoux8519 2 года назад +2

    Fantastic video of one of the many wonderful neighborhoods of Montreal. Even though it is almost a year old, its nice to get an idea of the prices at some of the restaurants. i haven't been to Montreal in years and you are really inspiring me to plan a trip. Merci!

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  2 года назад +1

      We love spending time in Montreal! There is always something to do, whether it's music festivals, comedy shows, walking streets or of course, the fabulous food. The architecture is also pretty spectacular. It's a great place to spend some time...especially in the summer. Thank you for watching Simon :)

  • @haslintravels
    @haslintravels 3 года назад +1

    It looks very beautiful!

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  3 года назад +1

      Thanks for watching, we really appreciate it :)

  • @ngwy
    @ngwy 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for sharing

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  2 года назад +1

      Thank you for watching, we really appreciate it :)

  • @fares-please
    @fares-please 3 года назад +2

    A very comprehensive video and guide to old Montreal. Full of historical facts and great tips and places to eat. That cafe with the grand ceilings looked stunning! It’s such a beautiful city, especially in the summer. Feels like you’ve been transported to Europe 😃. Great job guys! Keep up the amazing work.

    • @fares-please
      @fares-please 3 года назад +1

      Btw that pizza slice looked great for only $5!

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  3 года назад +1

      Hi guys, thanks for watching! We do love wandering the cobblestone streets of Old Montreal in the summer time, and of course, grabbing a bite to eat or a cold drink :) Crew Collective Cafe is such a great place to grab a coffee and something to eat, just so you can soak in the grandness of the old banking hall.

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  3 года назад +1

      Slice and Soda always seems to be busy and their pizzas are huge!

  • @poocky100
    @poocky100 Год назад +1

    Thanks for another great video. You’ll also like little Italy st viateur and st urbain has cafe olympico best coffee place in Montreal since 1932

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  Год назад +2

      Thanks for the recommendation! We'll definitely keep it in mind when we're back in Montreal. Thanks for watching :)

  • @johnhenrymcmahon6878
    @johnhenrymcmahon6878 2 года назад +1

    This is a wonderful and informative video, you guys! Thank you. I am planning on going to Montreal with friends here in PA, USA and you guys have given me a lot of yummy food for thought :). Peace, JV Johnny :)

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  2 года назад +1

      Thank you so much for watching, and for your kind words! Montreal is a great city with lots of wonderful restaurants and many fun things to do. We hope you enjoy your time here :)

  • @DL-wk2ez
    @DL-wk2ez 9 месяцев назад +1

    Hello! Great video!! I’m traveling there during the winter and staying in the Old Montreal neighborhood. How would you describe Old Montreal in the winter??

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  9 месяцев назад +2

      We haven’t been in Montreal during the winter months, but it can get very cold there with lots of snow! Old Montreal will certainly be less busy and some of the restaurants may not be open. We hope you have pleasant weather while you’re there, and are able to enjoy Montreal’s wonderful atmosphere. Thank you for watching :)

  • @sjpenguin
    @sjpenguin 2 года назад +2

    Beautiful video! I plan on visiting next month, may I ask what is the weather usually like in April? And which areas to explore as a first time visitor ?

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  2 года назад +2

      Hi Julie, thanks for watching. We haven't been in Montreal in April, but I think it could be cold at times. We would recommend going to Old Montreal/Old Port area and Le Plateau. Both areas are quite beautiful. Hope you enjoy your time there :)

  • @travelgreatvacations
    @travelgreatvacations 2 года назад +1

    Montreal is an amazing town, And there's no shortage of amazing towns to visit. Im excited to visit Schwartz deli, Do their dripping sandwiches taste good? 😍

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  2 года назад +1

      We love exploring Montreal! It's an exciting city with lots of great food and cultural events. The sandwiches from Schwartz's Deli are amazing, and there is always a long lineup outside their restaurant. I'm sure you will enjoy it :)

  •  2 месяца назад +1

    Où se trouve la station de métro Beaubien à Montréal ?

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  2 месяца назад +1

      We always use google maps, but I think it's up in Little Italy. Thanks for watching:)

  • @ThatAnimeChick
    @ThatAnimeChick 2 года назад +1

    Can someone write out the list of the places mentioned. I don't speak French so it's hard to understand. Especially the place mentioned after Rue st. Paul

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  2 года назад +7

      Sorry for the delay in getting back to you. I've just gone through the video and tried to list the different places that we visited and ate at. If I've missed anything, or if you have any further questions, please let me know. Thank you so much for watching :)
      Notre Dame Basilica - Aura Experience
      Rue St. Jacques - beautiful architecture, Molson Bank Building
      - Crew Collective and Cafe in the old Royal Bank Building
      Rue St. Paul - Place Jacques Cartier
      - Jardin Nelson Restaurant (back patio)
      Rue St.-Amable - flower covered alleyway
      Rue St. Paul - Vieux-Port Steakhouse
      - Creperie Chez Suzette
      - Slice & Soda (pizza)
      Restaurant Bonaparte inside Hotel Bonaparte
      Bonsecours Market
      Montreal Museum of Archaeology and History
      Vieux Port (old port) - La Grande Roue de Montreal (ferris wheel)

    • @ThatAnimeChick
      @ThatAnimeChick 2 года назад +1

      @@TakeTimeToTravel thank you :)

  • @mimi82893
    @mimi82893 2 года назад +1

    where is the best hotel to stay there

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  2 года назад +3

      Hello Maya, thanks for watching! We've never stayed in a hotel in Old Montreal, so we're not really able to recommend one. We have stayed at the Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel and we enjoyed it, but it is a about a 15 minute walk to Old Montreal. Cheers :)

    • @kennyvanh
      @kennyvanh 2 года назад +1

      @@TakeTimeToTravel thank you, selecting a hotel for a visit is so stressful, someone like yourself can be such a help,

  • @hassanashwas6719
    @hassanashwas6719 Год назад +1

    Tom sure likws salmon

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  Год назад +1

      Haha, he sure does like salmon, or any kind of fish, really! Thank you for watching, we really appreciate it :)

  • @gregorydamienmech
    @gregorydamienmech 2 года назад +2

    Does Tom like salmon? 🤑

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  2 года назад +2

      Haha, yes Tom loves salmon! He loves to eat any kind of fish. Thank you for watching, we really appreciate it :)

  • @sarthakghildiyal5664
    @sarthakghildiyal5664 2 года назад +1

    hard to believe it's Canada not Europe!

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  2 года назад

      Old Montreal definitely has a great European feel! We love wandering around the streets and spending time on the busy patios. We also spent some time in Quebec City, and it feels like you're in Europe too. Thank you for watching :)

  • @victorjngv
    @victorjngv Год назад +1

    My comment

  • @mrwanalmeawi8040
    @mrwanalmeawi8040 2 года назад +1

    My dream com to Canada 🇨🇦please help me please

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  2 года назад +1

      We hope that you're able to live your dream and come to Canada, sometime soon :)

  • @keithwalker6892
    @keithwalker6892 14 дней назад +1

    Montreal is a wonderful city and would be best to leave Quebec if possible. The Quebec politicians are giving Quebec a bad name a it discourages people from visiting Montreal.

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  12 дней назад +1

      We really enjoyed our time in Montreal, but we agree with you about the political situation! Thanks for watching :)

  • @kennyvanh
    @kennyvanh 2 года назад +3

    How difficult is it to maneuver for none French speaking English speaking folks

    • @TakeTimeToTravel
      @TakeTimeToTravel  2 года назад +4

      Montreal is very easy to enjoy without knowing French. We have found everyone to be very helpful and friendly and have never had a problem. Thanks for watching :)

    • @ValouQc
      @ValouQc 2 месяца назад +1

      Montréal no problem !!

  • @aurorasun-qs1pg
    @aurorasun-qs1pg 2 месяца назад

    Where rich tourists go waste their money. 😅 Lived there all my life so nothing new to me

  • @owwkaaydee
    @owwkaaydee 2 года назад +1

    “Montréal’s founders” 🤢🤮

  • @loganbothwell543
    @loganbothwell543 2 года назад +1

    Wouldn’t go there, so Bloody ungodly!

  • @Billymays618
    @Billymays618 4 месяца назад

    Montreal sucks

  • @martinroy7772
    @martinroy7772 2 месяца назад +1

    Wow, well done. Underground city map: RESO the largest underground complex in the world 22 milles or in metric system 33 Kilometers still in groing progress. Even many Montrealers do not aware of it ! And it is more than a mall. 7 metro stations, 3 university one English, Governments Qc and Canada building were getting your NAS numero assurance social , indoor skating ring, many hotels ( Queen Elisabeth Hotel were John Lennon record Peace give it a chance) , bars, cafe, museums, theaters, cinemas IMAX, restaurants, condo tours, office tours, congres places (Palais des congres and place Bonaventure) drug stores, electronic stores, Place des Arts ( the largest 7 different indoor area under the same roof in CANADA Orchestre symphonique de Montreal, Les grands balets Canadien.) the BELL center NHL hockey and many pop and rock show, Village et stade olympique stadium More than 60,000 seats ( Pink Floyd Rolling Stones ), casino again one of the largest in the world, Park Jean-Drapeau et ile Notre-Dame (GILLES VILLENEUVE ) Course F1 racing ring, via metro. Etc Etc... Place Bonaventure the upper stages are forbidden but you can try to access it I did and it is fabulous place were the big store buy there stuff Example Plushies animal (giraphe) In the place started 6 inches height and may be 100 same Items but increase in size more right it increase to an 12 feet tall plushies I bring many friends there and everybody enjoy the place Every coridor have a street name It take more then 4 hours to just visit and look the outside of every vitrine Sorry for my English it is not my maternal language Place Boneaventure by Saint-Antoine street give access to the central train station (it is underground) and one of the starting end point and from there you have access to the underground network RESO More than 22 miles or 33 Km : And do not forget Le jardin botanique de Montreal figure in the 3 best in the world And for a map :
    montrealvisitorsguide.com/the-underground-city-map/
    Bon je traduis en Français ma langue maternelle. Montréal possède la plus grande ville sousteraine au monde. Plus de 33 Kilomètres de tunnels et passerelles composent ce reseaux qui est en progression constante et nommé par la ville RESO Et c'est beaucoup plus que un simple centre d'achat. 7 stations de metro, 3 universités dont une Anglaise, Édifices gouvernemantaux Qc et Canada ou tu peux te procurer ton numéro assurance social pour les émigrants temporaire ou permanents. Rond de patin a glace intérieur ouvert a tous a l'année. Plusieurs hotels dont hotel Queen Elisabeth ou John Lennon a enregistrer Peace give it a chance. Bars, Cafés, Musées, Théatres, Cinémas dont IMAX, Restaurants et cafétérias, Tour a condominiums, Tours a bureaux, congrès (PALAIS DES ET PLACE BONAVENTURE), Pharmacie ou drugs stores plusieurs, magasins d'électronique, Place des ARTs Plus de 7 salles de spectacles sous un meme toit Le plus grand complexe de ce genre au Canada, orcherstre symphonique de Montréal Les Grands Ballets Canadien entre autre, Le centre Bell La ligue national de hockey Les Canadiens de Montréal et aussi plusieurs artistes pop et rock ce sont produits,, Le vilage olympique et le stade plus de 60.00 sièges Pink Floyd Rolling Stones, Parc Jean Drapeau et ile Notre Dame tel que décrit La piste de course de F1 Jacques Villeneuve Un casineau un des plus grand au monde alors voila et pour la carte du monde sous terrain :
    montrealvisitorsguide.com/the-underground-city-map/

  • @ritchcarcass8624
    @ritchcarcass8624 Год назад +1

    Great video
    So cute how one of you was scared 🎡
    Palatable queerness
    True lovers