ORIGINAL TOURS

Find out more about all the eras that shaped Montréal with this interesting walking tour of Old Montréal by Guidatour, from the foundation of Fort Ville-Marie in 1642 to today’s modern city. The historic heart of the city and its adjacent Old Port will help illuminate the story of one of the greatest cities in the Americas. Your guide will lead you for hours through a maze of narrow streets where you can find a multitude of historic buildings. Explore the birthplace of our metropolis and experience a special trip back in time!

Highlights of the Old Montréal Private Tour Here is an example of a typical tour: Walk to many important public squares such as Place d’Armes, Place Royale, and Place Jacques-Cartier and see the monuments and works of art that are on display there. Admire the external architecture of a variety of impressive buildings: the Notre-Dame Basilica, the three courthouses, the Château Ramezay and the Bonsecours Market. Pass by the Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel, City Hall as well as walk along the former “Wall Street” of Canada, St-Jacques Street. Just off the charming Saint-Paul Street, discover the foundation site of the city’s first hospital, l’Hôtel Dieu, in the Cours Le Royer. No visit is complete without a picture of the Sulpician Seminary, the oldest building of the historic district. An introduction to the Old Port is also on the program.

Guidatour can customize the departure time, the duration, the circuit and the content of the tour at any time, according to your needs and interests.

$195$ taxes included for a 2-hours private guided tour with a recommended maximum of 12 to 15 people per guide. It is a popular formula for couples and/or families and/or small groups of friends who wish to have a visit in complete privacy!