Old Town Montreal: The Culture Tsunami
From the first person to have mapped the shores of the mighty Saint-Lawrence River and given Canada its name, to the very source of present-day Montreal’s cultural divide – by walking through Old Montreal you will learn what makes this city what it is! Tighten your shoelaces, let’s go.
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English
Highlights
At least 3 great women in History are celebrated in Old Montreal.
Find out which Canadian bank built a greater and mightier headquarters
Discover if an abandoned building can truly be Montreal’s industrial pride
Storyline
A tsunami is expected any day. You’ve been sent to Old Montreal as part of a special global envoy to learn and document the stories of the city before it goes. Be warned, there are some that want the past to be past and will try to stop you.
Keep an eye on the Saint Lawrence river next to you, the tidal waves are coming. You must find out the key features of Old Montreal before it’s too late.
Experience's route
Starting point Nelson Monument
Pl. Jacques-Cartier, Montréal, QC H2Y, CanadaFinish point King Edward
2 Rue de la Commune E, Montréal, QC H2Y 4B2, CanadaPlaces you will visit
11
It will take you
81-111 mins
You will walk
7350 steps
Total distance
5.6 km
- Best during the day
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
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Can be played on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, SundayDuring these hours
Whole dayLanguages
English