Old Montreal Small-Group Walking Tour | Max 10 | by MTL Detours

Overview

Available languages

English

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

Minimum age is 12. All guests require a paid ticket. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Tour operates rain, shine, or snow and takes place mostly outdoors. Please dress for the weather.

Tour is conducted in English.

A moderate level of walking is required, including uneven terrain such as cobblestones and stairs.

Most of the 2-hour tour involves walking or standing, with limited seating available.

This tour requires a minimum number of participants. If canceled, a refund or alternative date will be offered.

Operated by MTL Detours, a locally owned and operated Montréal tour company.

Not recommended for travelers with significant mobility restrictions or difficulty walking at a steady pace.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Old Montreal

Walking tour of Old Montreal

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Bonsecours Market (Marche Bonsecours)

See this iconic silver-domed landmark and hear how it shaped Old Montréal’s civic life.

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Montréal’s #1 bestselling 2-hour Old Montréal walking tour. Informative, engaging and well-paced.

Minimum age is 12. All guests require a paid ticket.

Curated paper handout of local places to eat, see, and explore, selected by MTL Detours guides.

Exclusive small-group tour capped at 10 guests for a more personal, interactive experience.

MTL Detours is a 100% locally owned and operated independent Montréal tour company.

Expert, licensed local guides with the required City of Montréal permit.

A small local treat and a unique parting gift.

Gratuities for your guide are not included (optional but appreciated)

No hotel pick-up or drop-off. Guests must make their own way to the meeting point.

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

4.94

2,085 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1998

Great storytelling and walking
Laurence W,,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Louise was great in storytelling and giving background of buildings, architecture, and area. We felt very lucky to have her! Walking was minimal effort and just right for those who can't walk too fast.
Louise was passionate and...
Kari M,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Louise was passionate and knowledgeable about Montreal and its unique culture. The tour is only 2 hours, and she provided a succinct overview and we were able to cover quite a bit of ground during this time. She gave many suggestions for places to come back to later when one has more time to spend there. Another great touch from this tour company is the list of restaurants and shops, museums, etc. they provided for recommendations. Finally at the end, they also provided a nice sample of maple candy.
Fantastic tour of Montreal!
Shelly C,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Amelie was a fantastic guide, sharing great insights about the history of Montreal. We had ample time to ask questions and hear about all the quirky parts of what's built the city to what it is today. Thank you Amelie! Plus the hand warmers were very much appreciated, a lovely touch🙏 Highly recommend this tour!
New Year’s
N907SIaprilc,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our tour guide Amilee was knowledgeable and friendly. The tour provided us with information that made Montreal accessible.
Montreal Walking Tour
Edwin S,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great tour guide. Very help and useful for first-time visitors. We learned a brief history of the city and saw some great places. Highly recommend.
Absolute must do!!
Kirrily J,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
A great tour of a beautiful city. Even the winter cold didn’t dampen the enjoyment of listening to Louise who was so passionate in sharing the history of her city. Fabulous stories and history and was great being in a small group.
The experience was pleasant and highly entertaining. Kudos to Emily.
gregorymY7331PQ,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide, Emily, was as knowledgeable and informative as she was charismatic and attractive. Her grasp of the history of the places we saw, both the long arc of each one, and the recent developments cultural, architectural and political of each was as educational as a college-level course. And it was delivered with warmth and humor. All in a two hour presentation on a brutally cold day. She left us hungry to hear more when the completed its full circuit. We would love another tour with Emily, even doing the very same one all over again. No doubt she would find something interesting to add to a perfect presentation.
A History Tour
U2364RXjeand,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide was fantastic, well informed, enthusiastic, loved her job. The tour would appeal to history buffs in particular, with a lot of time spent on the history of Montreal and Quebec. Highly recommend.
Great tour to lean about...
Brian R,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great tour to lean about the history of old town Montreal. Darren was awesome. Really enjoyed our tour with him.
Informative and fun!
Victoria C,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was a great tour of the old Montréal area! Darren was funny and informative, and learning the history of the city (sordid at times!) was so fascinating. It snowed the entire walk, which added such an ethereal note to the beautiful landscape. A few souvenir goodies at the end were a lovely bonus. Highly recommend!