Monday, 2 March 2015
Top 7 things to do in Montreal, Canada
I may have moved to Toronto from Montreal for university, but Montreal will always remain my favourite city in Canada. It has a very metropolitan vibe to it but with a Parisian charm. Here, you will find a city full of energy, where it's impossible to get bored. Food lovers will find their joy in the culinary scene of Montreal, music lovers have plenty of festivals to choose from, party people won't know what hit them after they experience Montreal's night life, and nature lovers will find their happy place in Montreal's beautiful parks and greens spots. So winter or summer, make sure you experience Montreal's top 7 things to do.
1. Climb Mount Royal
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You'll quickly notice that in more than few parts of downtown Montreal, you will be able to see Mount Royal park, one of Montreal's largest green spaces. Mount Royal was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, who also co-designed New York's Central Park. The mountain is perfect for a beginner's hike, to run, or simply to enjoy a summer's day with a picnic. Make sure to climb to the top and enjoy the view Montreal has to offer.
2. Take a stroll in the streets of Old Montreal
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Old Montreal is for many, included myself, their favourite part of Montreal. It is the little European part of Montreal that gives the city its charm. In the summer, you can enjoy walks on its streets and go to the port to have an ice cream. If it's winter, don't let the cold prevent you from exploring this part of the city, because it is gorgeous. Make sure to make reservations if you want to enjoy a dinner in Old Montreal because even though it is a bit on the pricey side, restaurants are very popular amongst tourists, and even locals.
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This botanical garden is a must see. It comprises thematic gardens and greenhouses. Here, you can see The Chinese Garden, The Japanese Garden, The First Nations Garden and The Alpine Garden. Go from garden to garden and enjoy sculptures more impressive than the others.
4. Attend a festival
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Pick your choice, you have plenty to choose from. Montreal Jazz Festival, Osheaga, Igloofest, Montreal Beer Festival, Just for Laughs, etc. You will find something that fits your taste - just a warning: there are so many festivals, it might take you a while to decide which one you want to attend. But you have to. Montreal is known for its festivals, and it's for a reason. So join the thousands of people and have the time of your life!
5. Try the best poutine in the world
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You might have heard of Canada's famous poutine, but let me correct that mistake: it is Québec's famous poutine. There is no other place in Canada where you will be able to eat poutine as good as in Québec, and many of those places can be found in Montreal. If you are travelling anywhere else in Canada before Montreal, please, please, wait until you reach Montreal to try poutine - otherwise you will regret it. I would suggest going to La Banquise as they have over 30 different types! Mmmh!
Montreal is known for its nightlife, and for a reason! Bars, clubs, pubs, pick your choice because wherever you go, you know you will have fun. Montrealers know how to party, so join them for a night you won't forget... or if you do it right, you might actually forget bits and pieces. Don't fall into the Crescent street trap; that's where out of town people go party, but it's not the street you want to be on. Go on Saint-Laurent, that's where the party is at.
7. Grab a bagel in Fairmount
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Ask anyone where can you find the best bagels, and you'll hear a lot of New York City and Montreal. Us Montrealers would actually like to argue that our bagels are the best. All you have to do to test this theory is go to Fairmount, and grab a bagel from a local shop there, and your mind is going to be blown. I am not kidding. Montreal has amazing bagels, so don't miss out on them!
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