In 2017, Montreal celebrated 375 years of European settlement, the French having settled on the southern shore of Montreal Island in May 1642. Today the modern city of Montreal is the second most populous municipality in Canada.

Originally named Ville Marie or “City of Mary”, its current name comes from Mont Royal, the triple peaked hill in the heart of the city.

Gatronomy plays a large part in the lifestyle of Montrealers with great restaurants everywhere and presentation top of the line. Be sure to taste a traditional Montreal smoked meat sandwich or order some amazing poutine from one of the many stores dotted around the city.

Exploring the inner city and surrounds is best done by public transit. If you have decided to rent an RV from our location in Montreal, leave it at your campground and take the train or bus. All Montreal's attractions are easily accessible by transit.

If you’re adventurous, try improving your French here. While Montreal is the most bi-lingual city in Quebec, you’re sure to be challenged by some of the signs and most of the menus you encounter. Above all, enjoy your exploration of Montreal – it’s a world away from ordinary!

Top 5 Things to Do

  • Notre Dame Basilica
  • Old Montreal
  • Saint Joseph's Oratory
  • Mount Royal Park
  • Montreal Tower Observation Deck

A Slice of Old Europe with a Modern Day Vibe

It's a city where 18th Century architecture stands tall among 21st Century design, where European and North American culture collide. It is proudly a city of contrasts.
Colourful houses in Montreal
Colourful houses in Montreal
Montreal Tower
Montreal Tower
St Joseph's Oratory, Montreal
St Joseph's Oratory, Montreal

Montreal from Above

Discover Montreal from high in the sky as we float plane over some of this city's iconic sights.
Video courtesy of Tourism Montreal

Loved the old areas of Montreal - the architecture and the craftsmanship. The interior of the basilica is beautiful.
Genevive Tremblant
France
Easy place to get around by public transport. Park your vehicle out of town and save having to find a park.
Thomas Vanderhof
Holland

Itineraries that include Quebec

Start/End Montreal / Vancouver
Duration 21 days
Explore Canada - Montreal to Vancouver
What a drive! From Montreal to Vancouver, this is a great Canadian road trip packed with stops along the Trans Canada Highway - offering you the ultimate cross-country road trip. We’ve put together a three-week journey to take you from the province of Quebec right through to British Columbia’s west coast. Celebrate small towns, big cities and all Canada has to offer through food, people and sights to see.
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Start/End Montreal / Montreal
Duration 16 days
Quebec Ski Tour
When you travel in Québec you are embarking on a journey filled with action and peacefulness, ambience and beauty. Not to mention, the potential for reliving history at every turn. Many of the ski hills and activities are two to four hours from Montreal and the temperature is often around -10 C, perfect weather for skiing and outdoor activities. Please note that the US driving fee will be applied if you travel into the USA (Vermont) on this itinerary.
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Start/End Montreal / Montreal
Duration 16 days
Rivers, Lakes & Mountains
Experience the wonder of Quebec on the ultimate Quebec road trip – visiting lakes, rivers and mountains. This tour takes you up the St Lawrence River, along the Saguenay Fjord and River, to the highest mountains east of the Rockies and into Lake Country. And, if you have a desire for some city activities, we'll take you to some of the most beautiful in the region.
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Start/End Montreal / Montreal
Duration 10 days
Ski Quebec
When you travel in Québec you are embarking on a journey filled with action and peacefulness, ambience and beauty. This route is paced to be leisurely and restful. Many of the ski hills and activities are two to four hours from Montreal and the temperature is often around -10 C, perfect weather for skiing and outdoor activities.
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Start/End Montreal / Montreal
Duration 14 days
The Explorers Route
Western Quebec - known for its wide-open spaces and year-round adventure. Throw some culture and sheer relaxation into the mix and you have the recipe for a memorable Quebec RV Vacation. This 14 day suggested itinerary will take you through three of Quebec's south-west regions where excitement and the great outdoors go hand in hand.
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Start/End Montreal / Montreal
Duration 12 days
Why not Quebec
From the mostly rural Montérégie region just south of Montréal, through the Eastern Townships to the heart of Québec, up to Lanaudiere, and on to the cradle of industry in Mauricie, you couldn’t ask for a more inviting province in which to take an RV vacation. Cultural and natural wonders abound, especially for the outdoors enthusiast. Paddle or hike through marshes and wetland, watch for birds in the Lac Saint-Pierre archipelago.
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Start/End Montreal/Halifax
Duration 11 days
Montreal-to-Halifax
The beauty of a one-way RV road trip between Montreal and Halifax is the ability to choose your route and timing. Follow the St Lawrence River to the Gaspe Peninsula before entering New Brunswick and exploring the province of the World's Highest Tides. Your trip then continues into Nova Scotia where you can explore to your heart's content before dropping off your RV at our Halifax location.
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