24-Hour Itinerary for Exploring Montreal

  • 9:00AM: Montreal Botanical Garden
    20 minutes (5.2km) from downtown Montreal

    Start your day at the Montreal Botanical Garden, one of the world's best botanical gardens. The Garden features ten exhibition greenhouses, a Chinese Garden, a Japanese Garden, and a First Nations Garden.

  • 11:00AM: Olympic Stadium Montreal
    14 minutes (8.3km) from Montreal Botanical Garden

    The impressive Olympic Stadium in Montreal is the largest stadium in Canada, with a capacity of 80,000 people. It's also home to the Montreal Tower Observatory and the Montreal Biodome, which houses exhibits featuring ecosystems from the Americas.

  • 1:00PM: Schwartz's Deli
    15 minutes (5.1km) from Olympic Stadium Montreal

    No trip to Montreal would be complete without trying the iconic smoked meat sandwich at Schwartz's Deli. Be prepared for a long line, but it's definitely worth the wait.

  • 3:00PM: Old Montreal
    10 minutes (2.6km) from Schwartz's Deli

    Get a taste of Europe without leaving North America by visiting Old Montreal. This historic district features charming cobblestone streets, stunning architecture, and a variety of shops and restaurants.

  • 5:00PM: Mount Royal
    15 minutes (3.9km) from Old Montreal

    Climb to the top of Mount Royal for stunning views of the city. This park is a favorite among locals and visitors alike, and it’s a great place to relax and enjoy the outdoors.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Montreal Botanical Garden (2 hours, $15/person)
  • Olympic Stadium Montreal (2 hours, $20/person)
  • Schwartz's Deli (1 hour, $10/person)
  • Old Montreal (2 hours, free)
  • Mount Royal (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs ($45/person)

Useful Tips

If you have more time in Montreal, consider visiting the Notre-Dame Basilica, the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, or taking a boat tour of the St. Lawrence River. On the other hand, if you have less time, you may want to skip the Mount Royal hike or shorten your visit to the Montreal Botanical Garden. Don't forget to bring comfortable shoes, as there's a lot of walking involved!

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