Things to Do in Montreal

Montreal is a vibrant, exciting city with countless attractions, activities and things to do. Our hotel is near the Montreal Casino, incredible Montreal area restaurants, unique shopping spots, celebrated area landmarks and so much more. Let our area-savvy professionals point you in the right direction when you're looking for things to do in Montreal.

Area Attractions

Montreal Casino
The Casino de Montreal offers more than 3,200 slot machines, 120 gaming tables, four restaurants, four bars, a cabaret and meeting and banquet facilities. It is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week to patrons aged 18 and older.
1, avenue du Casino
514.392.2746 or 800.665.2274

Bell Centre
Home to the NHL Montreal Canadiens, the Bell Centre is a hockey haven and just minutes from our hotel. Cheer the Canadiens on to victory or catch a world-class concert at this newer, beautiful arena.
1260 Rue de la Gauchetiere Ouest
514.932.2582

Underground City in Montreal
The largest underground complex in the world, and a shopper's dream, the underground city is a set of interconnected complexes both above and below ground in and around downtown Montreal. Twenty miles spread over more than 5 square miles of shopping malls, hotels, banks, offices, museums, universities and metro stations await. The underground city is the perfect way to escape the cold weather!

St. Catherine Street runs parallel to the largest segments of the underground city. This street contains the exciting pulse of Montreal with the city's most prominent department stores, countless major retailers, a primary concert venue and other cultural icons.

Montreal Biodome
Walk through replicas of four ecosystems found in the Americas at the Montreal Biodome. The building was originally constructed for the 1976 Olympic Games and this amazing exhibition that ranges from a tropical forest habitat to an Antarctic habitat was opened in 1992.
4777, avenue Pierre-De Coubertin
514.868.3000

St. Joseph Oratory
This Roman Catholic basilica is a National Historic Site of Canada and took decades to build. This awe-inspiring structure dedicated to Saint Joseph has been visited by millions hoping to have their various ailments healed. There is a wall in the basilica covered by thousands of crutches from visitors. There is also a museum on the property.
3800 Queen Mary Road
514.733.8211

Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts is the city's largest museum and is home to countless incredible collections and astonishing exhibits.
514.285.2000

Old Port of Montreal
Located in Old Montreal along the St. Lawrence River, the Old Port of Montreal has been the cultural soul of the city for centuries. Enjoy striking historical structures, the Montreal Science Centre, an IMAX theatre and riverfront access for invigorating outdoor activity.

Celebrated Festivals and Events

• Memorial Day - May
• NHL Draft - June
• Montreal Jazz Festival - July
• NASCAR® Race - August
• Labour Day - September
• Columbus Day - October
• NHL® Hockey - October through April

This is just a minute sampling of the attractions and things to do in Montreal. There are a number of fine academic institutions like the University of Montreal, Concordia University and McGill University. Contact our hotel near the Montreal casino to learn more about the area and the incredible selection of things to do.