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Montréal Downtown and Underground City Private Walking Tour

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Montreal, Canada
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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

This 2-hour, private small-group guided walking tour will lead you not only through the streets of the downtown but beneath through its RÉSO, known by Montrealers as the 'Underground City'. Accompanied by your guide, discover this effervescent neighborhood and learn about its history with your guide. When passing through the interior city and its tunnels connecting metro stations and buildings which feature nearly 1,700 boutiques, 200 restaurants, universities, movie theaters, apartments, art centers, museums, arena and more, you will come to understand how 500,000 people per-day can go to work, the movies, or even go shopping without having to go outside.

What's Included

  • Private walking tour
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
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Meeting Location

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1155 Rue Metcalfe
Montréal, QC H3B 2V6, Canada

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Montreal
QC, Canada

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Dorchester Square (pass by)

Start your tour outside the Hotel Fairmount Queen Elizabeth near Dorchester Square
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Sun Life Building (Edifice Sun Life) (pass by)

Start exploring Montreal architecture, from modern buildings to several century-old landmarks, including the Sun Life Building
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Mary, Queen of the World Cathedral (pass by)

See one of the many churches in Montreal
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Windsor Station (pass by)

See the architecture of Montreal
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Promenades Cathedrale (pass by)

From there, admire the many works of art on display from Promenades Cathédrale
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Place Montreal Trust (pass by)

See the sights of Place Montréal Trust
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Complexe Les Ailes (pass by)

Pass through the Complexe Les Ailes.
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Rue Ste.-Catherine (pass by)

Stroll along Saint-Catherine Street, among Canada’s most important commercial thoroughfares.
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Place Ville-Marie (pass by)

See the tallest building in Montreal
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McGill University (pass by)

See the most famous university in Montreal. Throughout the tour, take advantage of your time with a private guide to ask questions and talk about Montreal's history, people, and top sites, picking up tips for the best places to eat, drink, and explore.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A maximum of 15 people per booking
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Montréal Downtown and Underground City Private Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-3321P6

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What's Included

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  • Private walking tour
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A maximum of 15 people per booking
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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