Midtown Travel Guide
Montreal
Popular places to visit
Old Port of Montreal
Historic architecture, modern attractions and an exciting calendar of festivals make it impossible to get bored at this lively and scenic riverfront space.
Bell Centre
Catch an event at Bell Centre during your trip to Montreal. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Notre Dame Basilica
Welcoming all kinds of pilgrims from popes to pop stars, this gorgeous basilica should definitely appear on your Montreal itinerary.
McGill University
Explore the campus of McGill University, a well-known university in Montreal. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Montreal Biodome
Visit this exceptional Montreal facility to explore five ecosystems investigating the diversity of marine, plant and animal life in the Americas.
Circuit Gilles Villeneuve
Circuit Gilles Villeneuve is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Montreal. Discover the great live music and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Midtown
Hôtel Ruby Foo's
"Absolutely terrible experience at this hotel. When we first checked in, our room had a huge stain that clearly had not been cleaned properly. Staff attempted to clean it but couldn’t remove it, so we were moved to another room. Unfortunately, the second room was even worse there were ants all over ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hotel Bonaventure Montreal
"Nice hotel as far as location and could be great if properly managed. Probably better for convention people than tourists. Several areas of ripped carpet on floors, the bridge to our room had a shattered window. Wifi went out so restaurants couldn't take orders once. Water to our room went out so ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hotel Chrome Montreal
"Wish this place had its own parking it would have been perfect."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hotel Omni Mont-Royal
"Wonderful staff. Tried their very best. Clearly management and/or policy issues. Two of the five nights they forgot to clean the room. In the bar area, again wonderful and kind staff, but system issues. Took 30 minutes to get the check, then the check was incorrect as it was for a different table, ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hotel Le Cantlie Suites
"Great part of town. Close to shopping centers restaurants, Mt Royal and Old Montreal."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Armon Plaza Montreal Airport
"Great Staff, overall helpful especially with directions."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Midtown
Côte-des-Neiges—Notre-Dame-de-Grâce
The churches and live music are just a few things visitors like about Côte-des-Neiges—Notre-Dame-de-Grâce. Saint Joseph's Oratory and Saint Jacques Street are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Cote Sainte Catherine Station or Snowdon Station to get around the larger area.
Outremont
Outremont is well liked for its churches and lake views. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Laurier Avenue and Outremont Theatre are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Edouard Montpetit Station or Outremont Station to get around.
Southwest
While you're in Southwest, take in top sights like Saint Jacques Street or Atwater Market, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Place Saint Henri Station or Jolicoeur Station.
Mile End
You'll enjoy the churches and coffee shops in Mile End. You might want to make time for a stop at Saint Laurent Boulevard or Laurier Avenue.
Saint-Laurent
Travellers choose Saint-Laurent for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cote Vertu Station or College Station and check out top sights like Place Vertu Shopping Center.
Golden Square Mile
Visitors to Golden Square Mile love its popular shops, and you can check out Montreal Museum of Fine Arts and The Underground City. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Peel Station.
