Old Montreal, or Vieux-Montréal, is the charming and historical district where the city of Montreal was born. In May 1642, French settlers founded Ville-Marie (the city’s original name) on a piece of land near the St. Lawrence River, now part of Old Montreal. Layers of the centuries of history can be seen in Old Montreal, from its 17th-century beginnings to its modern-day restoration.
Wander in the charming cobbled streets or climb aboard a horse-drawn carriage to explore this beautiful area. Visit the numerous art galleries, museums and designer clothes boutiques. You’ll discover a range of historical houses converted into hotels and restaurants, and old factories that now house trendy apartments. This area holds the highest concentration of 17th, 18th and 19th century building in all of Canada.
Mingle with the locals and wile away your time: chat for hours over a coffee. Discover a multitude of welcoming restaurants and internationally-reputed establishments offering up gastronomy from the four corners of the world.
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