Discover summer joy in Montreal (free activities or under 30 $)

Discover summer joy in Montreal (free activities or under 30 $)

Enjoy picnics in Mount Royal Park, bike along the Lachine Canal, or explore Old Port's markets and beautiful parks. Affordable adventures await! By car and by MTL transport.
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Discover summer joy in Montreal with family and friends!

Drive to parks for picnics, visit charming churches, or catch candlelight concerts. Hike Mount Royal for free, cool off at local swimming pools, all under 30 dollars. Memorable moments await!

Activities

Plateau Mont Royal-free:

By car (parking $) or by bus ( 11 and 711). Take some sandwiches and water with you!

Camilien-Houde belvedere
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Start your day with a fantastic view at Camilien Houde, then go hiking through woods ( Boucle du sommet trail) till you arrive at Mount Royal Cross.

Then, take L'escarpement trail so you can arrive at Chalet Sector where you can have a picnic or buy something from Mount Royal chalet. Don't forget to take some photos from Kondiaronk lookout!

From here you have 2 options: either go to Beavers Lake  through Ch Olmsted or take the 339 stairs to the Peel Avenue, in downtown.

Here is MAP of Mount Royal Park:

La Fontaine Park- free

La Fontaine Park
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Oratoire St. Joseph-free:

St. Joseph's Oratory, Montreal: Majestic basilica with serene gardens featuring the inspiring Garden of the Cross. 

Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal
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Montreal's Oratory is a majestic basilica atop Mount Royal, renowned for its grandeur, religious significance, stunning architecture, and panoramic views. Amazing place, very beautiful!
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Le Jardin du Chemin de la Croix
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Walk through this beautiful garden who illustrate the Garden Path of the Cross
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Westmount Conservatory and Greenhouse - free

Westmount Conservatory and Greenhouses
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The Orchestre Metropolitain’s concert - free in August

Old Port-under 30 CAD

Clock tower beach ( from 15 June) : free

Clock Tower Beach
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Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series Montreal - free

La Grande Roué de Montréal ( 27 CAD)

La Grande Roue de Montréal
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Montreal Old Port zip line (25 CAD)

Tyrolienne MTL Zipline
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Quadricycles at the Old Port of Montreal (29 CAD)

Regular bike rentals: by BIXI

RIVER SHUTTLES ( 6 CAD)

The best way to travel from one shore to another!

SOS Labyrinthe ( 23 CAD)

SOS Labyrinthe Vieux-Port de Montréal
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Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal ( 16 CAD)

Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal
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It's so beautiful, a Gothic Revival masterpiece with intricate details, vibrant colors, and a rich historical significance in Montreal
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Château Ramezay ( 14 CAD)

Château Ramezay - Musée et site historique de Montréal
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Lachine Canal = BIKE PATHS

Lachine Canal
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The Great Poutinefest -free

ItalfestMTL: celebration of Italian culture, with music, gastronomy, art and folklore. FREE

A Taste of the Caribbean Festival- free

St. Helen's Island

Jean Drapeau Park and pool ( 7 CAD)

Parc Jean-Drapeau
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Aquazilla (Parc Jean-Drapeau)
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Jean-Doré Beach
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Fantastic beach, with an inflatable obstacle course on the water, pedal boat rental, fun activities for kids, kayaking, Aquazilla etc. Super cool!
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Circuit Gilles Villeneuve
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Circuit Gilles Villeneuve is a renowned Formula 1 racing track in Montreal, known for its high-speed straights and challenging corners. You can visit by car, bike or foot.
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Jardins des Floralies
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Downtown

Montreal Botanical Garden ( 23.25 CAD)

Montreal Botanical Garden
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Very big, with a lot of events, exhibitions and activities all year long. Is a stunning natural haven featuring diverse plant species, thematic gardens, and serene landscapes for exploration.
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Montreal Biodome ( 22.75 CAD)

Montreal Biodome
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An immersive ecological museum housing diverse ecosystems, wildlife habitats, and educational exhibits for an enriching experience. Fantastic place for everyone!
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Planetarium ( 23.25 CAD)

Planetarium
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The Montreal Planetarium is an immersive space exploring astronomy through multimedia shows, exhibits, and celestial observations for visitors. A must see!
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Maisonneuve Park - free

Maisonneuve Park
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11 miles of trails to enjoy. It's free to ski on the trails, but you need your own equipment .
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The street COMPLETELY CiRQUE -free

Quartier Latin
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Free circus show, from 4 July to 14 July, from 5.30 pm to 10.30 pm

Candlelight concerts ( from 30 cad)

Montreal area by car

Champs De Rêves ( 20 CAD)

Champs De Rêves
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It's a dream garden, a must see if you love nature. You'll be very surprised!
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Bois-de-l'Île-Bizard Park- free

parking = 10.40 CAD, guided hike, hiking, beach, fishing tour 

Bois-de-L'Île-Bizard Nature Park
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Hiking trail map:

Bois-de-Liesse nature park- free

parking = 10.40 CAD

Bois-de-Liesse Nature Park
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Hiking trail map:

Cap-Saint-Jacques nature park- free

An ecological farm, a natural sand beach, a sugar maple grove, trails

Plage du Cap-Saint-Jacques
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Oka Park ( 9.85 CAD )

parking = 9.61 CAD, beach, BBQ, resto, hiking, biking, pedal boats, kayak

Oka National Park
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Pow wow Kahnawake ( 10 cad)

Echoes Of Proud Nation
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Watch the dancing, enjoy the food, experience their crafts, a fantastic show!
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Les Médiévales de Lanaudière ( 27 CAD)

Café Déco Céramique (7-30 CAD)

- beautiful ceramic painting, great memories!

Café déco céramique et crèmerie
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Spend beautiful time with your family and friends, great memories. We loved it!
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Have a great and fantastic summer!

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Hey, my name is Corina , I’m a passionate traveler since I was 16, who loves exploring new destinations every year with my loved ones. About me? Well, currently I live in Montreal, Québec since 2016, but born and raised in Romania, happily married (16 years, but how is counting?) and by day I'm a laboratory technician in biotechnology. I also love to cook , read and go camping! With a knack for customizing vacations for Canada and Romania, I share invaluable tips to ensure worry-free trips for everyone: family, couples, young travelers, 50+ and persons with reduce mobility (I try to make trips more accessible to those with reduce mobility!) I pay attention to detail when researching local restaurants, accommodations, and activities and I encourage you to try new things to step out of your comfort zone, like I did with my mother. I love working with mid-range budget travelers, like me, because I know how hard it is to earn money and how easily and quickly it is to spent in a vacation. Whether it’s discovering Romania's enchanting landscapes, Quebec's charm or Ontario's natural wonders, my unique expertise ensures each trip is a revelation. Most people don't have time to plan their dream vacation, so I`ll take care of everything, so everyone relishes each moment of the trip. So, let me craft your unforgettable travel escapades! Life is short, so enjoy every moment! Corina, your dedicated travel planner
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