Downtown Montreal

Montreal

Downtown Montreal featuring a city, a square or plaza and art
Downtown Montreal
Downtown Montreal showing a city
Montreal Museum of Fine Arts showing a statue or sculpture, interior views and art
Downtown Montreal showing a city and a high rise building

Beneath the skyscrapers, this neighborhood offers grand civic spaces, high-end shopping, 30 concert halls and the world’s largest underground complex.

Downtown is the home of Montreal’s beautiful skyline and vast subterranean center. Come to Downtown for shopping, a mix of modern and heritage architecture and world-class concert halls and museums.

Spend daylight hours on the long stretch of Saint-Catherine Street which features blocks of high-end boutiques and shopping malls, plus access to the Underground City. After sunset, head to Crescent Street to spend the evening hopping between the many pubs and restaurants set amid classic Montreal townhouses.

The Underground City is one of the largest subsurface complexes in the world. A total 20.5 miles (33 kilometers) of pedestrian walkways run under Downtown, connecting metro stations, concert halls and shopping malls. Shop in the Promenades Cathédrale, an underground mall built to support the once-sinking Christ Church Cathedral above.

Take a walk through the Golden Square Mile on the west side of Downtown, which features the exquisite Victorian mansions of Montreal’s old upper class. This section is also home to McGill University, one of Canada’s top schools.

Downtown is the location of Montreal’s world-class annual festivals. The Montreal International Jazz Festival takes place in Downtown’s Quartier des Spectacles. These 250 acres (one square kilometer) of the city contain over 30 concert halls, including the Montreal Symphony House. Visit during a festival to see this part of Downtown come alive. The Montreal International Jazz Festival alone consists of about 800 concerts, and tens of thousands of people attend.

Spend a few hours in Montreal’s best fine arts institutions, also located in Downtown. The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts is the largest museum in the city. It features a wide range of painting and sculpture from around the world, plus an exhibition dedicated exclusively to Québecois and Canadian art.

Most of the metro stops in Downtown are along Maisonneuve Boulevard, which is just one block away from Saint-Catherine Street. Bus stops are abundant throughout the area. Downtown covers a very large space, so it is a good idea to use public transportation. Paid parking is available in garages throughout Downtown. Look for southeast garages which tend to cost less than others.


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Downtown Montreal Hotel Deals

Hotel Le Cantlie Suites

Hotel Le Cantlie Suites

3.5 out of 5
1110, Sherbrooke Street West, Montreal, QC
The price is ₩162,290 per night from Nov 9 to Nov 10
₩162,290
₩193,124 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified aparthotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,555 reviews)
"Very nice staff. Comfortable beds. Good water pressure. Clean."

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025

Hotel Le Cantlie Suites
Hotel Bonaventure Montreal

Hotel Bonaventure Montreal

4 out of 5
900 rue De La Gauchetiere West, Montreal, QC
The price is ₩197,436 per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
₩197,436
₩257,881 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, hot springs on site, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,843 reviews)
"Not the cutest old hotel I’ve been to. But the location is very convenient and the price is unbeatable."

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2025

Hotel Bonaventure Montreal
Best Western Plus Montreal Downtown-Hotel Europa

Best Western Plus Montreal Downtown-Hotel Europa

3.5 out of 5
1240 Drummond Street, Montreal, QC
The price is ₩120,906 per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
₩120,906
₩143,878 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,246 reviews)
"This is a lovely property , clean and quiet ! Check-in and checkout was simple and staff very friendly"

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025

Best Western Plus Montreal Downtown-Hotel Europa
Hotel Chrome Montreal

Hotel Chrome Montreal

3 out of 5
215 Boulevard René-Lévesque Est, Montreal, QC
The price is ₩69,060 per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
₩69,060
₩82,182 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.8/10 (3,474 reviews)
"There was construction that woke us up at 7am, which wasn't mentioned at check in. Location was great. Easy to walk everywhere. Bed was comfortable, room was fine. Parking lot was full so we had to park a couple blocks away. I would stay here again if in Montreal."

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025

Hotel Chrome Montreal
Hotel Omni Mont-Royal

Hotel Omni Mont-Royal

4.5 out of 5
1050 Sherbrooke Street West, Montreal, QC
The price is ₩226,395 per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
₩226,395
₩290,404 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,949 reviews)
"Always top notch."

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025

Hotel Omni Mont-Royal
Le Nouvel Hotel

Le Nouvel Hotel

4 out of 5
1740 Rene-Levesque West, Montreal, QC
The price is ₩156,205 per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
₩156,205
₩185,882 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,311 reviews)
"Hotel is in great location, you can walk to train station. Staff were polite and helpful. Room was clean and same as in pictures. Breakfast was so good, lots of food choices and with fresh small croissants. I would definitely recommend"

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2025

Le Nouvel Hotel
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Quartier des Spectacles

4/5(210 area reviews)

Great live music, charming cafes, and jazz venues are just a few top things to explore in Quartier des Spectacles. A visit to Complexe Desjardins or Place des Arts might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Place des Arts Station or Saint Laurent Station to get around town.

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Golden Square Mile

Golden Square Mile is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Montreal Museum of Fine Arts and The Underground City, and you can get around town on the metro at Peel Station.

Golden Square Mile
OACI metro station in Montreal, Québec , Canada

International District

While you're in International District, take in top sights like World Trade Center Montreal or The Underground City, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Square Victoria Station or Place d'Armes Station.

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Me in Chinatown!

Chinatown

4/5(199 area reviews)

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Notre Dame Basilica which includes interior views, religious elements and a church or cathedral

Old Montreal

4.5/5(1,366 area reviews)

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