Christmas Walking Tour in Old Montreal

Highlights

Find your way to Victoria Square in central Montreal to meet your local guide and group. Surrounded by holiday lights and wintry weather, stride through the oldest part of the city while your guide fills you in on Montreal's longstanding holiday traditions. Wander among locals and admire the decorations in shops, on the streets and in hotel lobbies. Stop at the World Trade Center to see the famous Santa Claus exhibit, filled with dozens of figurines of Old St Nick. Learn about New France, colonized by France in the 1500s, whose customs and traditions still have great influence on modern Montreal. Finish up at the Bonsecours Market, which has served as the city's public market for over a century. Peruse the offerings of clothing, furniture, local artwork and jewelry; you just might find a holiday gift for a special someone.

Summary

Find your way to Victoria Square in central Montreal to meet your local guide and group. Surrounded by holiday lights and wintry weather, stride through the oldest part of the city while your guide fills you in on Montreal's longstanding holiday traditions. Wander among locals and admire the decorations in shops, on the streets and in hotel lobbies. Stop at the World Trade Center to see the famous Santa Claus exhibit, filled with dozens of figurines of Old St Nick. Learn about New France, colonized by France in the 1500s, whose customs and traditions still have great influence on modern Montreal. Finish up at the Bonsecours Market, which has served as the city's public market for over a century. Peruse the offerings of clothing, furniture, local artwork and jewelry; you just might find a holiday gift for a special someone.

Tour info

Duration

1 hour 30 minutes

Why take this tour?

Experience the beauty of Montreal during the holidays on this Christmas-themed walking tour. Following your professional guide through the historic streets of Old Montreal, you’ll get wrapped up in the Christmas spirit as you admire the city’s twinkling lights and elaborate decorations. Visit Victoria Square and learn about the city’s centuries-old European holiday traditions, and see beautifully adorned Santa Claus figurines before checking out famous Bonsecours Market.

What’s included?

1.5-hour Christmas-themed walking tour
Professional, local guide
Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 1h 30m
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

Guides required to regularly wash hands
Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Wearing a mask will not be mandatory, but recommended for all visitors. Our guides who are sick, showing COVID-19 related symptoms, awaiting a diagnosis, have been in contact with a probable/confirmed case in the last 14 days or in quarantine for any other reasons are not allowed to work.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Guidatour Private Tours

About operator:

Guidatour is a tour guide agency for Montreal, Quebec City and Ottawa. Established in Montreal since 1985, Guidatour is well known for its dynamic, flexible and professional services. Walking tours of Old Montreal and Downtown Montreal for individuals, bus and bike tours, private guides and more!