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15 Best Montreal Walking Tours

Old Montreal’s cobbles, the underground city’s winter logic and neighborhood walks that skip the postcard route on purpose. The city explains itself best in French-accented English, on foot.

2.Explore Old Montreal Small Group Walking Tour by MTL Detours

Discover Montreal's Old Town with a fun, 2-hour small-group walking tour led by passionate local guides. See highlights, get insider tips, and enjoy authentic sights.

★ 5.0

“This was a great tour of the old Montréal area! Darren was funny and informative, and learning the history of the city (sordid at times!) was so fascinating. It snowed the entire walk, which added such an ethereal note to the beautiful landscape. A few…”

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3.Montréal: The Original Old Montréal Walking Tour

Discover Old Montréal with a skilled local guide on this 2-hour walking tour, exploring historic sites, stunning architecture, and authentic French culture for just $24.

★ 4.8

“Pierre was a really nice and funny guide with a thorough knowledge of Old Montreal. I learnt a lot and discovered places that were unexpected. Pierre was thoughtful taking us out of the cold at intervals during the tour. He gave suggestions of places to…”

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4.Old Montreal: Traditional Ghost Walk of the Haunted City

Discover Old Montreal’s haunted history with a 1.5-hour ghost walk—engaging guides, spooky legends, and authentic sights for an unforgettable evening.

★ 4.7

“We did the tour with Margueritte an amazing story teller ! We were 2 families with 3 children so she had to be prudent the way she described the Stories. Both adults and kids were excited in the end! It’s an opportunity to do also…”

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5.Old Montreal Ghost Walking Tour

Discover Montreal's haunted past on this 1.5-hour Old Montreal Ghost Walking Tour, featuring engaging guides, spooky stories, and historical insights.

★ 4.5

“Great experience! We learned some Ville Marie (Montréal) history, were spooked « just enough » and really felt like we were transported to the 1700’s!!! And our host was super knowledgeable as well as funny and entertaining :) Our 200 yr old spectre, Edith, really made this…”

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6.Beyond the Basilica Non-Touristy Walking Tour by Spade & Palacio

Discover Montreal's hidden gems on this 2.5-hour walking tour, from iconic basilicas to vibrant street art and diverse neighborhoods, with food and drinks included.

★ 5.0

“We had a wonderful time on this tour! Gabriella was a wonderful tour guide and was very knowledgeable about Montreal. We were able to explore some cool neighborhoods, have some wonderful bao in China Town, and got many local tips We would highly recommend!”

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8.Walking tour of Old Montreal – 16/42 Tours

Discover Montreal’s historic Old Town on a 2-hour guided walking tour. Explore key sites, learn fascinating stories, and enjoy authentic local culture.

★ 5.0

“Our bi-lingual Tour Guide Debbie was a Montreal native French Canadian. She gave us extensive historical background on the establishment, growth and current status of Montreal, carefully explaining the initial conflict between the British Protestants and French Catholics. She had a special love of architecture…”

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9.Montreal: Private Walking Tour with a Local

Discover Montreal with a personalized private walking tour guided by a passionate local. Visit hidden gems, learn local stories, and enjoy authentic experiences.

★ 4.4

“Alberto was absolutely great. He knew a lot of history (not expected), had a perfect walking pace and stopped to explain many things including great restaurants, and places to go for various activities including sight seeing. He did not rush the tour and in fact…”

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10.Old Montreal Private Walking Tour

Discover Montreal's historic heart with a private guided walking tour of Old Montreal’s key sights, history, and hidden gems—personalized and engaging.

★ 5.0

“Sarah was super knowledgeable and patient with our teenagers. She was able to customize the tour for us. Thank you!”

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14.Highlights & Hidden Gems of Old Montreal walking tour By FITZ MTL

Discover Old Montreal's charm with a guided walking tour featuring hidden gems, historic sights, lively streets, and expert insights—all for just $36.34.

★ 5.0

“Ann Marie was a knowledgable guide who kept a good pace. I learned a lot about the history of Montreal and she gave great recommendations. I had forgotten about the Archeology museum, so I need to go next time I'm in Montreal!”

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15.Making Their Mark: Montreal Jewish History Walking Tour

Discover Montreal's Jewish heritage on this engaging 2-hour walking tour featuring historic synagogues, community hubs, and stories from early 20th-century settlers.

“Viator gave me wrong meeting place. But I found group after calling the museum..Shannon had a good grasp of the history and was very pleasant. .”

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More Montreal Walking Tours

4.5Beyond the Bagel: Montreal Jewish Food Walking Tour3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$102.52 5.0Winter Wonderland Express: Old Montreal Highlights Walking Tour1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$24.78 4.9Montreal: The Original Murals and Street Art Walking Tour2 hours$32 4.8Highlights & Hidden Gems of Old Montreal guided walking tour2 hours$35 4.5Semi-Private Old Montréal Walking Tour by Guidatour2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$52.57 4.5Montreal City Highlights 3 Hour Walking Tour | Gratuity-Based3 hours (approx.)$5.00 4.5Montreal Private Walking Tour with a Local2 to 6 hours (approx.)$41.28 4.8Montreal: Guided Walking Tour of Montreal’s Murals2 hours$25 4.5Rabbis, Writers and Radicals: Montreal Jewish History Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$24.03 5.0Haunted Griffintown Ghost Walking Tour in Montréal1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$26.27 5.0Montréal Downtown and Underground City Private Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$168.88 4.9Montreal: Beyond the Basilica Non-Touristy Walking Tour2.5 hours$57 4.6Haunted Old Montreal Ghost Walking Tour1.5 hours$24 4.5In the Shadow of the Mountain: Montreal Jewish History Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$24.02 4.5Christmas Walking Tour in Old Montreal1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$26.27 4.5Montréal Scavenger Hunt and City Highlights Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$15.93 5.0Irish Famine in Montreal Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$20.23 5.0Under the Surface of Montreal’s Chinatown: Guided Food Walking Tour4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$115.39 5.0Montreal: Walking Tour 2h Downtown, RESO and Old Montreal2 hours$87 4.9Montreal: Private Customizable Walking Tour of Old Montreal2 hours$164 5.0Old Montreal at Twilight Walking Tour Semi-Private$37.12 4.2Montreal: Best of Montreal Food Walking Tour with Tastings2.5 hours$109 4.9Montreal: Plateau Mont-Royal & Mile End Walking Tour3 hours$51 4.2Montreal: Private custom walking tour with a guide3 - 8 hours$88

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