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3-day Itinerary for Montreal in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Old Montreal
    10 minutes (2.5 km) from Downtown Montreal

    In the morning, head to Notre-Dame Basilica, a stunning Gothic Revival church built-in 1829. After that, walk to Place d'Armes and explore the Montreal Museum of Archaeology and History. For lunch, try the classic Montreal dish, poutine, from La Banquise. In the afternoon, take a stroll down Rue Saint-Paul and visit the Pointe-a-Calliere Museum. End your day with a relaxing boat tour along the St. Lawrence River.

  2. Day 2: Mount Royal Park
    20 minutes (5.2 km) from Old Montreal

    Start your day with a hike up Mount Royal for a stunning view of the city. Then, visit the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts and the McGill University campus. For lunch, stop by Schwartz's Deli for a classic Montreal smoked meat sandwich. In the afternoon, explore the famous Underground City, a network of tunnels and shops. End your day with a visit to the Montreal Botanical Garden.

  3. Day 3: Plateau-Mont-Royal
    15 minutes (3.8 km) from Mount Royal Park

    Start your day walking through the colorful streets of Plateau-Mont-Royal, home to many local artists. Stop by the Jean-Talon Market for breakfast and fresh produce. In the afternoon, visit the Montreal Museum of Contemporary Art and explore the trendy Mile End neighborhood. For dinner, try the famous Montreal-style bagels from St. Viateur Bagel. End your day with a walk along the Lachine Canal.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, consider visiting the Biosphere Environmental Museum or taking a day trip to Quebec City. For a unique experience, take a food tour of Montreal's diverse neighborhoods. To make the most of your trip, consider purchasing a Montreal City Pass for discounted admission to many top attractions. Don't forget to bring comfortable walking shoes and dress in layers as the weather in Montreal can fluctuate throughout the day.

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