Midtown Travel Guide
Montreal
Popular places to visit
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.
Bell Centre
Catch an event at Bell Centre during your trip to Montreal. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
McGill University
Explore the campus of McGill University, a well-known university in Montreal. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this vibrant area.
Notre Dame Basilica
The incandescent blue and gold interior of Montreal’s spiritual heart dazzles visitors and pilgrims. It was once the largest house of worship in North America.
Circuit Gilles Villeneuve
You can take time to visit Circuit Gilles Villeneuve during your travels to Montreal. Discover the great live music and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Montreal Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Montreal Convention Centre during your trip to Montreal. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Montreal: OASIS Immersion Entry Ticket
Museum of Illusions Montreal - 70+ Illusions to Explore
From Montreal: Quebec City One Day Trip with Hotel Pickup
Montreal: Ecomuseum Zoo Entry Ticket
Full-Day Quebec City Tour plus Sightseeing Cruise
From Montreal: Quebec City & Montmorency Falls Full Day Trip
Top hotels in Midtown
Hôtel Ruby Foo's
really bad room. mattress felt cheap and the toilet kept shifting every use
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hotel Bonaventure Montreal
One of our favorite hotels in Montréal. Well located and year round outdoor pool.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hotel Omni Mont-Royal
I thought I would try a more up-scale hotel than usual on this trip to Montreal, but on the whole I was disappointed. (1) check-in: I arrived at 5pm and I was told my room was ready, but I'd have to wait while it was "verified" -- that took 10-15 minutes, which was OK, but not my idea of luxury. ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Spark By Hilton Montreal Midtown
The hotel is clean and the hotel staff are all accommodating.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hotel Le Cantlie Suites
Check-in was smooth and quick. They helped with our bags and valet took the car. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. Lobby is a little small, so can feel crowded during certain parts of the day, but were able to get in and out easily. La Mezz restaurant on Mezzanine offers continental breakfast ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hotel Chrome Montreal
Clean room, very bad parking,
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Midtown
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.
Outremont
Outremont is well liked for its churches and lake views. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Outremont Theatre and Laurier Avenue are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Edouard Montpetit Station or Outremont Station to get around.
Southwest
While you're in Southwest, take in top sights like Saint Jacques Street or Atwater Market, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Place Saint Henri Station or Jolicoeur Station.
Mile End
You'll enjoy the churches and coffee shops in Mile End. You might want to make time for a stop at Saint Laurent Boulevard or Saint Denis Street.
Saint-Laurent
Travellers choose Saint-Laurent for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cote Vertu Station or College Station and check out top sights like Place Vertu Shopping Center.
Golden Square Mile
Visitors to Golden Square Mile love its popular shops, and you can check out Montreal Museum of Fine Arts and The Underground City. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Peel Station.
