8 days in Montreal Itinerary

Quebec's economic and cultural capital, Montreal serves as the province's major point of entry, known for its rich history and high standard of living.

Escape the urban bustle at Laurentian Mountains and Lieu Historique National du Canal-de-Lachine. Discover out-of-the-way places like Quartier des spectacles and Abbaye de Saint-Benoit-du-Lac. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Montreal: Douglass Beach (in Lac-Brome), Arteria Gallery (in Bromont) and La Grange du Parfumeur (in Magog). There's lots more to do: take in the awesome beauty at Mont Orford, examine the collection at Grevin Montreal, race across the water with a speed boat tour, and make a trip to Notre-Dame Basilica.

To see other places to visit and tourist information, read Montreal trip planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, La Macaza / Mont-Tremblant International Inc Airport and Montreal International (Mirabel) Airport. Expect a daytime high around 78°F in July, and nighttime lows around 64°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Tue) early enough to travel back home.