Explore Old Montreal Small Group Walking Tour by MTL Detours
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
• MTL Detours offers the #1 bestselling 2-hour walking tour covering the essential highlights of Old Montreal.
• MTL Detours is a 100% locally owned + operated small independent tour company - founded in & based in Montreal. Merci for your support!
• Small-group of only 10 people - an exclusive, intimate + personal tour experience.
• Minimum age to attend is 12+. All participants require a paid ticket.
• Includes our insiders list of recommendations, a unique parting gift and a tasty treat.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The minimum age to attend is 12 yrs old. All participants require a paid ticket. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Tour operates rain or shine or snow and is mostly outside. Please dress appropriately for the weather conditions and have proper winter attire for wintertime tours.
This tour is in English.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
This tour is owned and operated by MTL Detours Walking Tours mtldetours.ca
Note that we cover a fair distance, at a decent pace. Most of the 2-hour tour is walking or standing and places to sit are limited.
Not recommended for travelers with challenging mobility restrictions due to varied terrain (cobblestones, stairs) and length of tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
The #1 bestselling 2-hour Old Montreal tour! See the highlights in a well-paced, fun experience
All mandatory local taxes are included in our price
Note: Minimum age to attend is 12 years old and all guests require a paid ticket
Engaging licensed guides: the best local experts—fun, knowledgeable + bringing Montreal to life!
A bonus tasty treat and a unique parting gift
MTL Detours: a 100% locally owned + operated small independent tour company. Merci for your support!
A list of recommendations of things to eat/see/do in Montreal curated by MTL Detours founder Lesley
Exclusive group of only 10 people = much more personal than other walking tours with larger groups
A tip/gratuity for your guide (optional but is a customary gesture to show your appreciation)
Hotel pick-up or drop-off. All guests must make their own way to our meeting location.
What To Expect
Old Montreal
Walking tour of Old Montreal
Bonsecours Market (Marche Bonsecours)
Bonsecours Market, a stunning silver-domed landmark in Old Montreal, is a must-visit destination offering a vibrant mix of boutique shops, local art, and unique souvenirs,—all in a beautifully restored heritage building.
Options
Tour in English | Ages 12+
No. 1 Old Montreal Tour: ENGLISH Join MTL Detours, the Old Montreal experts. Exclusive small-groups of 10, engaging licensed guides, insiders tips +++
Reviews
2,061 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent tour and tour...
Jennifer S,
Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour and tour guide! Informative and fun. Cannot recommend more highly! Dress warmly for winter!
A great two hour visit to Old Montreal
Jane C,
Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Louise was a knowledgeable, well spoken tour guide. Her passion for Montreal was evident! She took her time to answer all questions. We really enjoyed our tour
Great small group tour
James M,
Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The guide was very knowable and showed us some vey interesting sites that the normal tour would not show. Being a small group made the tour very interactive.
Great tour even in the cold weather
Sherpa114672,
Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour - Caroline was very informative and we left with a much better understanding of the history of Montreal. She also found great ways to keep us warm while still giving us all the history.
Great tour
epouliot,
Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great walking tour introducing you to the history of Montreal in three parts. Louise is a great storyteller, and her love of Montreal comes through.
Cold weather couldn't...
Elissa T,
Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Cold weather couldn't keep us down! This was a lovely, informative walking tour great for our first day in the city. The maple syrup candy was a nice bonus.
Two hours packed w./ history and knowledge
Jose M,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Louise was a fantastic tour guide. What a wealth of knowledge! History of the old and the new… beautiful places… and recommendations.
Great tour!
Joanna S,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour! Martin was informative and entertaining. We both really enjoyed the introduction to lovely Montreal.
Walking Tour
georginar719,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Elise was a knowledgeable and fun tour leader. The weather was damp and cold and she integrated outside and inside stops well. She knows her tour and other Montreal history. I highly recommend this tour.
Great Tour
Steven E,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Louise was great and knew the history very well. She gave us food and shopping recommendations at the end. Would recommend to everyone.
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