Golden Square Mile Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Golden Square Mile
Popular places to visit
Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
Explore Canada’s unique cultural heritage and engage with international modern art at this large museum that houses more than 40,000 objects.
Place Ville-Marie
You can enjoy retail therapy at Place Ville-Marie during your stay in Montreal. Experience the fascinating museums and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Redpath Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Redpath Museum in Montreal. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Bell Centre
Catch an event at Bell Centre during your trip to Montreal. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Old Port of Montreal
Historic architecture, modern attractions and an exciting calendar of festivals make it impossible to get bored at this lively and scenic riverfront space.
Jean-Drapeau Park
Visit Parc Jean-Drapeau, a parkland in the middle of the St Lawrence River that boasts museums, a casino and a Grand Prix racetrack.
Activities
Full-Day Quebec City Tour plus Sightseeing Cruise
Montreal: Ecomuseum Zoo Entry Ticket
Old Montreal Walking Tour | Small Group (Max 10) | by MTL Detours
Discover Montreal's Underground City - Reso
The Original Old Montréal Walking Tour by Guidatour
Old Montreal Ghost Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Golden Square Mile Hotel Deals
Hotel Le Cantlie Suites
"Staff was very helpful and extremely professional. Housekeeping staff were especially friendly and helpful. Towels and bed linens were first class. One small suggestion- a small table with two chairs by the kitchenette would be very useful and convenient."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Hotel Omni Mont-Royal
"The staff were great but the hotel is tired and the rooms need a good cleaning. Our bathtub did not hold water, the marble around it was separating and had mildew issues. There was peeling wallpaper in the bathroom and the linens were stained."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Capsule residence
"Overall very good. Will definitely stay again. Only complaint I would have is bathrooms on my floor were dirty during my entire stay. And you can tell they were dirty for a while. Nonetheless, I will still recommend this to anyone."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Hotel Europa, BW Signature Collection
"We stayed in Room 673 - basically the attic of the hotel.We were told at front desk we were on the 6th floor, only to arrive on the 6th floor (top floor of hotel),not be able to find our room, then realize behind a door is a spiral staircase with 24 stairs to climb (with luggage) to get to our room.The ..."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Comfort Suites Downtown
"Great location and the room was clean and comfortable. The air conditioner is very loud!"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Le Centre Sheraton Montreal Hotel
"Super hotel, bien situé et propre"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Golden Square Mile
Downtown Montreal
Known for its fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Montreal. Check out top attractions like Sainte-Catherine Street and Bell Centre, and jump on the metro at McGill Station or Peel Station to see more of the city.
Milton Park
While visiting Milton Park, you might make a stop by sights like Rue Prince-Arthur Street and Saint Laurent Boulevard.
Quartier des Spectacles
Cosy cafes, live music and vibrant jazz clubs are just a few top things to explore in Quartier des Spectacles. A visit to Sainte-Catherine Street or Complexe Desjardins might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Place des Arts Station or Saint Laurent Station to get around town.
International District
If you're spending time in International District, check out sights like The Underground City or Saint Jacques Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Square Victoria Station or Place d'Armes Station.
Chinatown
If you're spending time in Chinatown, you might enjoy attractions like The Underground City and Saint Laurent Boulevard. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Place d'Armes Station to see more of the city.
Griffintown
While you're in Griffintown, take in top sights like Saint-Paul Street and jump on the metro at Griffintown-Bernard-Landry Station to see more of the city.
