Montreal Essential 101 Non-Touristy Walking Tour by Spade & Palacio with Snacks and Food Tasting
by Spade & Palacio Tours
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.C$150Overview
The Montreal Essential 101 Non-Touristy Walking Tour by Spade & Palacio lasts two hours and forty-five minutes. The tour begins at a central square near Notre-Dame Basilica, where the guide spends about ten minutes explaining the eclectic architecture around the area. The group then enters the Basilica, spending fifteen minutes learning about its design and history, with some free time to explore independently. Next, the tour continues on foot for about one hour through Old Montreal, including a visit to the area known as the old Wall Street of Canada. The guide shares information about local cultural events and the early history of the city. After this, participants walk for fifteen minutes through a section of the world’s largest underground network, moving from the World Trade Center to Chinatown. In Chinatown, there is a fifteen-minute stop at a local bakery to pick up a snack to take along while walking through the pedestrian mall. The tour then proceeds to the former Red Light District, now an entertainment area, where for twenty minutes the group sees street art from a large festival, visits a three-floor thrift store and art gallery, and hears about the neighborhood’s history and immigration waves. There is an additional ten minutes of free time inside the thrift store before continuing. The final twenty minutes take place in a borough known for its high concentration of artists, where the group views about a dozen murals and artworks from the MURAL Festival. The guide points out local shops and places to visit independently. The tour concludes with a break at a coffee shop serving locally roasted coffee, where the guide provides a personalized list of recommendations. The tour is led by local guides Spade and Palacio and includes snacks, beverages, and food tastings. Participants should be prepared for moderate walking and wear comfortable shoes. The tour operates in all weather conditions and is suitable for ages five and up.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Meeting Point near Notre-Dame Basilica
The tour begins here with an introduction to the diverse architecture around the square before entering the basilica.
10 min
Notre-Dame Basilica
Spend about 15 minutes learning about the church’s ornate design and history, with some free time to explore inside on your own.
15 min
Old Montreal Walking Segment
Walk elegant streets including the old Wall Street, hear about cultural events, and learn about the foundations of Montreal.
60 min
Underground City Walk
Travel through part of the world’s largest underground network from the World Trade Center toward Chinatown.
15 min
Chinatown Snack Stop
Stop at a local bakery for a snack to take with you while walking through Chinatown’s pedestrian mall.
15 min
Old Red Light District and Street Art
Visit street art from the MURAL Festival, a three-floor thrift store and gallery, and learn about the area’s history and immigration.
20 min
Thrift Store Free Time
Enjoy free time exploring a thrift store with a unique interior spread over three floors before continuing the tour.
10 min
Artist Borough and Coffee Break
See around a dozen murals in a neighborhood with many artists, get tips on local shops, and finish with a coffee and recommendations.
20 min
Meeting point
We meet next to engraving « 1642 « on the Maisonneuve Monument middle of Place d'Armes Square, directly across the Notre-Dame Basilica. Tour starts on time and we can't wait for latecomers. Please show up 10 minutes before the tour starts. If you are late, you might not be able to join the group.
End point
We end in the Plateau district. We'll leave you with a list of recommendations and point out places if you want to grab a bite or a drink!
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Montreal Essential 101 Non-Touristy Walking Tour by Spade & Palacio with Snacks and Food Tasting
by Spade & Palacio Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.C$150Overview
The Montreal Essential 101 Non-Touristy Walking Tour by Spade & Palacio lasts two hours and forty-five minutes. The tour begins at a central square near Notre-Dame Basilica, where the guide spends about ten minutes explaining the eclectic architecture around the area. The group then enters the Basilica, spending fifteen minutes learning about its design and history, with some free time to explore independently. Next, the tour continues on foot for about one hour through Old Montreal, including a visit to the area known as the old Wall Street of Canada. The guide shares information about local cultural events and the early history of the city. After this, participants walk for fifteen minutes through a section of the world’s largest underground network, moving from the World Trade Center to Chinatown. In Chinatown, there is a fifteen-minute stop at a local bakery to pick up a snack to take along while walking through the pedestrian mall. The tour then proceeds to the former Red Light District, now an entertainment area, where for twenty minutes the group sees street art from a large festival, visits a three-floor thrift store and art gallery, and hears about the neighborhood’s history and immigration waves. There is an additional ten minutes of free time inside the thrift store before continuing. The final twenty minutes take place in a borough known for its high concentration of artists, where the group views about a dozen murals and artworks from the MURAL Festival. The guide points out local shops and places to visit independently. The tour concludes with a break at a coffee shop serving locally roasted coffee, where the guide provides a personalized list of recommendations. The tour is led by local guides Spade and Palacio and includes snacks, beverages, and food tastings. Participants should be prepared for moderate walking and wear comfortable shoes. The tour operates in all weather conditions and is suitable for ages five and up.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Meeting Point near Notre-Dame Basilica
The tour begins here with an introduction to the diverse architecture around the square before entering the basilica.
10 min
Notre-Dame Basilica
Spend about 15 minutes learning about the church’s ornate design and history, with some free time to explore inside on your own.
15 min
Old Montreal Walking Segment
Walk elegant streets including the old Wall Street, hear about cultural events, and learn about the foundations of Montreal.
60 min
Underground City Walk
Travel through part of the world’s largest underground network from the World Trade Center toward Chinatown.
15 min
Chinatown Snack Stop
Stop at a local bakery for a snack to take with you while walking through Chinatown’s pedestrian mall.
15 min
Old Red Light District and Street Art
Visit street art from the MURAL Festival, a three-floor thrift store and gallery, and learn about the area’s history and immigration.
20 min
Thrift Store Free Time
Enjoy free time exploring a thrift store with a unique interior spread over three floors before continuing the tour.
10 min
Artist Borough and Coffee Break
See around a dozen murals in a neighborhood with many artists, get tips on local shops, and finish with a coffee and recommendations.
20 min
Meeting point
We meet next to engraving « 1642 « on the Maisonneuve Monument middle of Place d'Armes Square, directly across the Notre-Dame Basilica. Tour starts on time and we can't wait for latecomers. Please show up 10 minutes before the tour starts. If you are late, you might not be able to join the group.
End point
We end in the Plateau district. We'll leave you with a list of recommendations and point out places if you want to grab a bite or a drink!
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.