Montreal (/ˌmʌntriˈɔːl/ (About this soundlisten) MUN-tree-AWL; officially Montréal, French: [mɔ̃ʁeal] (About this soundlisten)) is the second-most populous city in Canada and most populous city in the Canadian province of Quebec. Founded in 1642 as Ville-Marie, or "City of Mary",[15] it is named after Mount Royal,[16] the triple-peaked hill in the heart of the city. The city is centred on the Island of Montreal, which obtained its name from the same origin as the city,[17][18] and a few much smaller peripheral islands, the largest of which is Île Bizard. The city is situated 196 km (122 mi) east of the national capital Ottawa, and 258 km (160 mi) southwest of the provincial capital, Quebec City.

In 2016, the city had a population of 1,704,694,[19] with a population of 1,942,247 in the urban agglomeration, including all of the other municipalities on the Island of Montreal.[19] The broader metropolitan area had a population of 4,098,247.[12] French is the city's official language[20][21] and in 2016 was the only home language of 53.7% of the population, while 18.2% spoke only English and 18.7% spoke neither French nor English at home.[19] 9.4% spoke a mix of French, English and a foreign language at home. In the larger Montreal Census Metropolitan Area, 71.2% of the population spoke at least French at home, compared to 19.0% who spoke English.[12] Still in 2016, 87.4% of the population of the city of Montreal considered themselves fluent in French while 91.4% could speak it in the metropolitan area.[22][23] Montreal is one of the most bilingual cities in Quebec and Canada, with 57.4% of the population able to speak both English and French.[19] Montreal is the second-largest primarily French-speaking city in the developed world, after Paris. - Wikipedia

Montréal

Westmount

Côte Saint-Luc

Pointe-Claire

Bizard Island

Riviere-des-Prairies—Pointe-aux-Trembles

Ahuntsic-Cartierville

The Triangle

Food

Great food is undeniably the stuff of life in Montréal – locals all have their favourite tried-and-true restaurants, go-to take-out dishes and an ongoing list of neighbourhood eateries and cafés to try. It might take multiple return trips to decide on your own favourites, whether we're talking poutine, bagels or foie gras. From five-star restaurants and carefully prepared dishes from around the world to legendary local diners and street-side food trucks, Montréal offers one-of-a-kind experiences for all tastes, all year round.

Heritage

A heritage hundreds of years old with stunning architecture to match meets new architectural innovation in Montréal, where a stroll down 18th-century cobblestone streets feels like time travel. Jump into Expo 67 era at Habitat 67 and Buckminster Fuller's Biosphere, get the 1976 Summer Olympics vibe at the Olympic Stadium, and visit the Canadian Centre for Architecture's extensive local and international exhibitions. For its creative views on architecture, Montréal was appointed the first UNESCO City of Design in North America – see why first-hand in Montréal’s jewel of urban design, the Quartier International, an eclectic mix of striking skyscrapers nestled alongside heritage buildings.

Museums

Immerse yourself in history and culture, museum and art exhibitions, hands-on science or galactic discoveries – it's all within reach at Montréal's many museums and galleries. Carefully curated temporary and permanent exhibitions make the city's large museums always worth a visit. Cultural centres and private galleries in every neighbourhood contribute new aesthetics and perspectives on contemporary art. Whether you choose a show from a well-known choreographer or a local star's newest multimedia project, it's sure to be a memorable night out in Montréal. Until you can explore in person, check out Montréal’s museums' best virtual visits.

Tour

Make the most of your visit to Montréal by delving into history, culture, fabulous food and more by treating yourself to a guided tour with a local expert. Check out the city’s top attractions with a double-decker bus tour or join up with a walking tour to learn about everything from Old Montréal's industrial past to colourful urban murals. Bike tours give you an insider's eye on neighbourhood hotspots. Tasting excursions stop for bagels, poutine, coffee, wine and more classic consumables (always respecting the strictest hygiene standards). Or sit back and discover the island city on a relaxing river cruise on the St. Lawrence.