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
2,053 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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.
Guide was friendly and...
Kristen W,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Guide was friendly and knowledgeable. Gave us a perspective we would not have gotten by exploring on our own.
Informative and fun walking tour!
Rebecca G,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Louise was an amazing tour guide - knowledgeable, easy to hear, open to any and all questions! My teenage son and I learned a lot and enjoyed the experience completely.
Best walking tour I’ve ever experienced!
Juliethompsonsmith,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Elise Cayouette was by far the best tour guide I’ve ever experienced. I would go again bc of her! Company gave us gifts at the end.
Recommend!
Olga V,
Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great way to start your journey in Montreal! Our guide was knowledgeable and engaging. A lot of history was covered. We ended our tour in a beautiful building with a good coffee shop inside.
An informative and lively tour
Kim B,
Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We were a group of four on a first trip to Old Montreal. We did have a lot of questions! Our expert guide, Louise, answered all of these with knowledge and without hesitation. We thank her for her tour style, along with the fast pace. Thanks for a wonderful experience.
It was interesting to...
Lynn D,
Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00It was interesting to hear the history of Montreal as we walked through the old city. Martin is knowledgeable. He seemed to prefer interacting with the men in the group and answering their questions.
Great walking tour
Traveler51218111672,
Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00She was friendly and informative. The tour was enjoyable and informative. She gave us a lot of great suggestions of many great places to eat and drink
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