Private 1 Hour Old Montreal Car Tour Historic Landmarks and Views

Key facts

What's included

Itinerary

1. Stop 1

   A bold and visionary housing project from Expo 67.

   5 minutes

2. Stop 2 Pass by

   Built directly over the archaeological remains of the first settlement — where Montreal quite literally began.

3. Stop 3 Pass by

   Originally, this area was the site of Montreal’s first fortifications in the 17th century.

4. Stop 4

   Place Jacques-Cartier is one of the most lively and iconic squares in Old Montreal, connecting the Old Port to the historic upper city.

   5 minutes

5. Stop 5 Pass by

   Pass by the iconic Clock Tower, a 1920s waterfront landmark in the Old Port, offering scenic views of the St. Lawrence River.

6. Stop 6

   A landmark building that once served as the city’s main public market and even briefly housed Canada’s Parliament.

   5 minutes

7. Stop 7 Pass by

   Pass by Montreal City Hall, a historic Second Empire building known for its elegant architecture and the balcony where Charles de Gaulle delivered his famous 1967 “Vive le Québec libre” speech.

8. Stop 8

   A breathtaking example of Gothic Revival architecture and the wedding location of Céline Dion.

   5 minutes

9. Stop 9

   Step inside a former bank and find yourself in one of the most breathtaking cafés in Montreal — where towering columns, grand chandeliers, and historic elegance meet the simple pleasure of a perfect coffee

   5 minutes

Meeting point & pickup

Meet at the starting point

Your experience begins at the Old Custom House, 238 De la Commune St W in Old Montreal. Your host will meet you at the glass corner of De la Commune and Rue de Callière. Just a 2-minute walk from the Old Montreal Cruise Terminal (Grand Quay), in the heart of the historic district.

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