M ontreal in Quebec is one of Canada’s best known cities. Hosting the 1976 Olympic Games really put this French/Canadian city on the map as far as the rest of the world was concerned and visitors have flocked here ever since. There is so much to see and do here that you will be hard pressed to pack everything into a weekend, so a longer stay is highly advisable if you want to experience all that Montreal has to offer.
For lovers of old architecture, a visit to Notre-Dame Basilica is a must. The oldest Catholic church in Montreal dates back to 1656 and is known for the intricacy of its interior, which includes stained glass windows that chronicle the city’s colourful history. Old Montreal is a unique experience which any traveller should embrace during their trip.
There are numerous museums scattered around Montreal, and two of the most impressive are the Canadian Railway Museum and the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts. With a display of over 150 locomotives, railway vehicles and cars the former is unique museum gives a fascinating insight into the history of Canadian travel. The latter is a popular institution that houses both international and Canadian contemporary works of art.
Out of the greatest outdoor attractions in Montreal are the Botanical gardens. Near the Olympic Park, these magnificent gardens are home to over 20,000 different species of plants spread over 31 specialised gardens. This includes the largest Chinese Garden outside of Asia which is truly a sight to behold.
