The city of Montreal is the second largest city in Canada and the largest city in the province of Quebec. After Paris, Montreal is now the second largest French speaking city in the world.
You can't leave Montreal without visiting its alter ego, the Underground City (Ville Souterraine in French). Located directly under the heart of the city, Underground City features brightly lit passageways that link thousands of boutiques, restaurants, office buildings and attractions. More than 500,000 people travel through Underground City daily.
Set between the St. Lawrence River and the downtown skyscrapers, historic Old Montreal can easily be explored on foot. In Old Montreal you'll find many things to see and do, including museums, art galleries, boutiques, restaurants and sidewalk cafes.
When most people think of Canada, they think of hockey. If you're like most people, you'll want to catch a Montreal Canadiens game at the Bell Centre. In addition to hockey, the Bell Centre also hosts various concerts and events throughout the year.
Montreal's Olympic Stadium is one of the city's finest landmarks. Built for the 1976 Summer Olympic Games, Olympic Stadium is a premier location for major sporting events, concerts, conventions and many more events.
With more than 40 rides, attractions, entertainment shows and non-stop action, you'll leave smiling after a day at La Ronde amusement park. Located close to downtown Montreal, La Ronde is the largest theme park in the province of Quebec. If visiting in October, don't miss the annual Halloween Fright Fest.
Situated on the northern slope of Mount Royal, the University of Montreal (Université de Montréal) is the largest university in Quebec and the second largest in Canada. Music lovers will enjoy the more than 500 public events held throughout the year at the University of Montreal.
The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (Musée des beaux-arts de Montréal) was founded in 1860, making it Canada's oldest art institution. Wowing visitors since it opened, this art museum houses more than 30,000 pieces from a variety of different artists from many different eras. Not matter what your taste in art, the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts is well worth a visit.
From fine art to amusement parks, Montreal has just what you're looking for. And, Choice Hotels has the perfect Montreal, Canada accommodations for you.
