WELCOME WORLD TRIATHLON CHAMPIONSHIP !
We're delighted to welcome you to our city and we’ve grouped together all the information you’ll need to help you plan your stay. You’ll find general information about Montréal, ideas for fun free-time activities, plus tips on getting here and getting around.
Best of all, you’ll find exclusive offers just for you!
EASY TO PLAN
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Practical information
Health and Safety
Find out everything you need to know about the current measures in place.
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General information
Get all the practical information you need to know at a glance with this handy PDF.
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Weather
How’s the weather in Montréal? Find out here.
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Accessibility
Montréal is an accessible city for visitors with disabilities or reduced mobility.
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Local apps
These popular apps will help you navigate the city.
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Touristic information
You’ll find friendly agents ready to assist you at our visitor information centres.
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EASY TO ACCESS
Come and explore Montréal.
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Getting here
Visa and immigration
Visitors to Canada must present a valid passport and, in certain cases, a visa.
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Airport
YUL Montréal-Trudeau International Airport is just 20 km (12 miles) from downtown. See the various transportation options available.
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Train - Via Rail
VIA Rail's railway network connects many major cities to Montréal and offers the easiest way to access downtown.
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Train - Amtrak
AMTRAK's The Adirondack travels daily from New York City into downtown Montréal.
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Getting around
Getting around
Getting around is easy on public transit, on foot or on a BIXI public bike to explore the city’s network of bike paths.
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Underground city
This vast underground pedestrian network connects to the metro, shops and restaurants in a safe environment, sheltered from the weather.
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EASY TO LOVE
Enjoy everything about Montréal and that certain je ne sais quoi.
It could be our mix of French roots, British heritage and North American upbringing. It might be that signature Montréal hospitality. Or the food, culture, architecture… or all of the above. Discover Montréal’s unique je ne sais quoi for yourself!
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We go a little festival crazy.
With more than 100 spectacular festivals energizing the city year-round (yes, even in winter!), Montréal is the world’s centre stage for excitement, inspiration and fun. Visit La Vitrine, Montréal’s last-minute ticket office for lots of fabulous entertainment ideas.
Our Must-see attractions
Incredible entertainment, historic architecture, mouth-watering food, vibrant culture and a night life that never stops: Montréal has it all. You’ll definitely want to include these great ideas on your Montréal to-do list.
Dive into our creative culinary scene
Make sure you arrive in Montréal on an empty stomach, because from fabulous food trucks to five-star restaurants, you’re in for a non-stop feast of epic proportions! Indulge your inner foodie with local influences and bold global inspirations, perfectly seasoned with European accents.
Shop 'til you drop
It’s nothing but shopping bliss on our boutique-lined streets Browse designer labels, vintage finds, home décor, unique gifts, cool streetwear and chic haute couture for every style and wallet. Racks of riches are just waiting to be explored!
Diversity
We’re one big, happy family.
Home to over 120 cultural communities from five continents, Montréal’s cultural diversity is what makes its heart beat strong. With a population of more than four million and two official languages spoken (along with over 80 other languages spoken in the Montréal region), the city offers a veritable mosaic of cultures, colours, talents and traditions that live, work and play together in vibrant harmony.
Guided tours
Discover Montréal with someone who knows it inside and out. Our professional tour guides can give you the inside scoop on the city.
Outside Montreal day trip
When you come for a visit, you might also want to explore other wonders around the city. Montréal is a unique cultural hot bed, but a rich variety of experiences await just beyond. Whether you drive 15 minutes or two hours out, you can immerse yourself in totally different scenes and amazing natural settings. Explore the rolling hills of the Eastern Townships, the mountains of the Laurentians, the foodie finds of Montérégie, the wooded beauty of Lanaudière and the amazing entertainment of Laval for yourself!