Golden Square Mile Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Golden Square Mile attractions

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Montreal Museum of Fine Arts

9.0/10 (1,494 reviews)
Explore Canada’s unique cultural heritage and engage with international modern art at this large museum that houses more than 40,000 objects.
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Activities

Montreal: Guided River Cruise and Hop-On Hop-Off Bus

Montreal: Guided River Cruise and Hop-On Hop-Off Bus

AU$132
per adult
Montreal: Guided River Cruise and Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
Full-Day Quebec City Tour plus Sightseeing Cruise

Full-Day Quebec City Tour plus Sightseeing Cruise

AU$176
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Quebec City Tour plus Sightseeing Cruise
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Montreal: Hop-On Hop-Off Double-Decker Bus Tour

AU$51
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Montreal: Hop-On Hop-Off Double-Decker Bus Tour
The Ultimate Montreal Picnic Cruise on the St. Lawrence.

The Ultimate Montreal Picnic Cruise on the St. Lawrence.

AU$48
per adult
The Ultimate Montreal Picnic Cruise on the St. Lawrence.
Discover Montreal's Underground City - Reso

Discover Montreal's Underground City - Reso

AU$41
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Discover Montreal's Underground City - Reso
Old Montreal Ghost Walking Tour

Old Montreal Ghost Walking Tour

AU$33
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Old Montreal Ghost Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Golden Square Mile Hotel Deals

Hôtel Monroe - Downtown Montreal

Hôtel Monroe - Downtown Montreal

4 out of 5
1470 Rue Mackay Montreal QC
The price is AU$332 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
AU$332
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Montreal. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,816 reviews)
"Property is clean and close to everything that I need"

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Hôtel Monroe - Downtown Montreal
Hotel Le Cantlie Suites

Hotel Le Cantlie Suites

3.5 out of 5
1110, Sherbrooke Street West Montreal QC
The price is AU$273 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
AU$273
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Montreal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,097 reviews)
"Le Cantlie Suites is an absolute gem for a family trip to Montreal. My wife, our child, and I stayed here over Labor Day weekend, and it made our entire vacation smooth and enjoyable. Unbeatable Location & Convenience The location in the Golden Square Mile is unbeatable. We were within easy walking ..."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Hotel Le Cantlie Suites
Hotel Omni Mont-Royal

Hotel Omni Mont-Royal

4.5 out of 5
1050 Sherbrooke Street West Montreal QC
The price is AU$337 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$337
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in their reviews. ...
Hotel Omni Mont-Royal
Hotel Europa, BW Signature Collection

Hotel Europa, BW Signature Collection

3.5 out of 5
1240 Drummond Street Montreal QC
The price is AU$237 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
AU$237
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Hotel Europa, BW Signature Collection
Metcalfe Hotel Montréal by Gray Collection

Metcalfe Hotel Montréal by Gray Collection

4 out of 5
980 Boul. De Maisonneuve West Montreal QC
The price is AU$290 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
AU$290
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,845 reviews)
"The place was beautiful. Our room was immaculate and the staff was great for the most part. The only struggles we had were getting ice was tough at times since you have to request it and one of the nights we had to call multiple times over an hour period before we finally got ice. Another issue was ..."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Metcalfe Hotel Montréal by Gray Collection
Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile

Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile

5 out of 5
1155 Sherbrooke Ouest Montreal QC
The price is AU$466 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
AU$466
18 Sept - 19 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Montreal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile
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Our guide on where to stay in Golden Square Mile

Find the best Golden Square Mile areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Montreal

Known for its fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Montreal. Check out top attractions like Bell Centre and McCord Stewart Museum, and jump on the metro at McGill Station or Peel Station to see more of the city.

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Old Montreal

A bustling port renowned art and top sights from Old Port of Montreal to Notre Dame Basilica – discover Old Montreal, a destination also famous for its historic sites.

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Plateau Mont-Royal

Noted for its art galleries and cafes, there's plenty to explore in Plateau Mont-Royal. Top attractions like Saint Denis Street and Laurier Avenue are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Mont Royal Station or Laurier Station to see more of the city.

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Ville-Marie

Known for its fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Ville-Marie. Top attractions like Old Port of Montreal and Notre Dame Basilica are major draws. Catch the metro at Champ-de-Mars Station or Jean-Drapeau Station to see more of the city.

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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 Complexe Desjardins or Place des Arts 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.

Golden Square Mile Travel Guide

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