Montreal has a European flair and sophistication that makes it one of the most popular metropolitan centres in Canada. The second largest Canadian city next to Toronto, Montreal has an outstanding lineup of tourist attractions, museums, cultural centres and historic landmarks that are hard to narrow to a list of 10 - so here are 16!
11. Olympic Stadium
Photo (c) David Holden
Built for Montreal's 1976 Olympics and designed by architect Roger Taillibert, the impressive, grandiose structure drew controversy in public opinion but remains a Montreal landmark to behold. The building itself may not be of too much interest other than for architectural or Olympic enthusiasts. However, the stadium is right next to the Montreal Biodome, which is a great family destination and makes the stadium visit more worthwhile.
12. The Underground City
On a cold or rainy day, you may wish to visit the Underground City - a sheltered complex, which covers over 12 kilometers in Montreal's downtown and attracts hundreds of thousands of local and international visitors per day. Shop, eat, visit a museum or just escape the elements.The largest and best-known section of the city is located in the centre of downtown, between Peel and Place-des-Arts metro stations on the Green Line and between Lucien-L'Allier and Place-d'Armes stations on the Orange Line.
13. Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
The museum features over 30,000 objects - painting, sculpture, works on paper, prints and drawings, photographs and decorative art objects - from antiquity to today.14. Jean Drapeau Park
Jean Drapeau Park comprises two islands in the middle of the St Lawrence River. The park became famous in 1967 when it became the site for Expo '67, where it featured the Biosphere, which is still around today. Jean Drapeau Park boasts lots of paths gardens and recreational spots to enjoy a little time away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Montreal.15. Canadian Centre for Architecture
The Canadian Centre for Architecture (CCA) was founded in 1979 as a new form of cultural institution to build public awareness of the role of architecture in society, promote scholarly research in the field, and stimulate innovation in design practice.The centre houses a library and collections of prints, drawings, and fabulous photographs.
