Southwest Travel Guide
Montreal
Popular places to visit
Atwater Market
During your visit to Montreal, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Atwater Market. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Les Quartiers du Canal
Les Quartiers du Canal is just one of the places to see in Montreal, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Bell Centre
Catch an event at Bell Centre during your trip to Montreal. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Old Port of Montreal
Historic architecture, modern attractions and an exciting calendar of festivals make it impossible to get bored at this lively and scenic riverfront space.
Jean-Drapeau Park
Home to the 1967 World’s Fair, these islands offer a casino, museum, racetrack and other diverse attractions. Attend a festival in the park during the warm months.
Circuit Gilles Villeneuve
Circuit Gilles Villeneuve is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Montreal. Discover the great live music and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Montreal: Ecomuseum Zoo Entry Ticket
Full-Day Quebec City Tour plus Sightseeing Cruise
Old Montreal Walking Tour | Small Group (Max 10) | by MTL Detours
Montreal: Hop-On Hop-Off Double-Decker Bus Tour
Air France Lounge at Montréal–Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Top hotels in Southwest
Griffintown Hotel
"It was perfect for a weekend stay!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hotel Bonaventure Montreal
"The common areas - lobby and pool are beautiful. The room was average to be honest - given the price I expected a better room. It was basic and a little dated. The real issue is that the rooms are not - at all - sound proof. Doors slamming in the hallway through out the night - kids yelling and running ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hotel Le Cantlie Suites
"Staff was very helpful and extremely professional. Housekeeping staff were especially friendly and helpful. Towels and bed linens were first class. One small suggestion- a small table with two chairs by the kitchenette would be very useful and convenient."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hotel Omni Mont-Royal
"The staff were great but the hotel is tired and the rooms need a good cleaning. Our bathtub did not hold water, the marble around it was separating and had mildew issues. There was peeling wallpaper in the bathroom and the linens were stained."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Capsule residence
"Overall very good. Will definitely stay again. Only complaint I would have is bathrooms on my floor were dirty during my entire stay. And you can tell they were dirty for a while. Nonetheless, I will still recommend this to anyone."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hotel Chrome Montreal
"Hotel Chrome is in a great location. The staff we spoke to were very helpful Our room was clean"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest
Verdun
The restaurants and riverfront are just a few things visitors like about Verdun. Saint Lawrence River and Wellington Street are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Verdun Station or De l'Église Station to get around the larger area.
Pointe-Saint-Charles
While you're in Pointe-Saint-Charles, take in top sights like Saint Lawrence River and jump on the metro at Charlevoix Station to see more of the city.
Griffintown
While you're in Griffintown, take in top sights like Saint-Paul Street and jump on the metro at Griffintown-Bernard-Landry Station to see more of the city.
Golden Square Mile
Visitors to Golden Square Mile love its popular shops, and you can check out Sainte-Catherine Street and Montreal Museum of Fine Arts. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Peel Station.
Côte-des-Neiges—Notre-Dame-de-Grâce
The churches and live music are just a few things visitors like about Côte-des-Neiges—Notre-Dame-de-Grâce. Saint Joseph's Oratory and Saint Jacques Street are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Cote Sainte Catherine Station or Snowdon Station to get around the larger area.
Downtown Montreal
Known for its fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Montreal. Check out top attractions like Sainte-Catherine Street and Bell Centre, and jump on the metro at McGill Station or Peel Station to see more of the city.
