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Montreal travel guide

What to watch out for, what to see, what to eat, and how to get around — written for people arriving for the first time.

Last updated 2026-08-09

Old Montreal, Montreal
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Common scams in Montreal

10 reported scam patterns travellers run into in Montreal, what they look like, and how to sidestep them.

Common scams in Montreal — and how to avoid them →

Top places to visit in Montreal

6 places worth your time in Montreal, with what each is actually like and when to go.

Top places to visit in Montreal →

Top food to try in Montreal

6 dishes to eat in Montreal, what is in them, and where they belong.

Top food to try in Montreal →

Traditions and customs in Montreal

5 customs and traditions in Montreal — what they are, and how to take part without causing offence.

Traditional things to do in Montreal →

Getting around Montreal

How to travel around Montreal — 5 options, what they cost, and which booking apps fix the fare before you go.

Getting around Montreal: transport and taxi apps →

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