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The free-est and most popular thing to do in Montréal with locals is walking. The city has garnered accolades for how walkable it is, and with dozens of lovely neighbourhoods that are easily accessible and connected, it’s a cinch to get out there and see the sights. For literal sites of note, a scenic walk along the Old Port of Montréal boardwalk is a great place to start — you’ll be next to the St. Lawrence River with views of the city, the iconic Habitat 67 and the Biosphère, plus you can make a stop at the famous BONJOUR Structure for that requisite selfie.

Continue on through Old Montréal towards Downtown to see the iconic Place Ville Marie and The Ring, not to mention Esplanade Tranquille and its beautiful 7,000 square foot rooftop garden. Chinatown and its cool gates are a next logical destination.

Montreal is famous for its mazes of Murals on St laurent Bouleveard and in the Plateau.Check out the city’s pedestrian-only streets throughout the city this summer, from Wellington Street in Verdun to Avenue Duluth and Mont-Royal Avenue on the Plateau, where you’ll find open-air dining, impromptu entertainment and a host of other activities. Rue St-Paul is the oldest and one of the prettiest of Montreal's streets is home to the Bonsecours Market and the Notre-Dame De-Bonsecours Chapel.

Montreal's Underground City, or RÉSO, is an impressive subterranean pedestrian network that spans 20 miles of tunnels. The network is largely climate-controlled, making it a perfect escape from Montreal…

In the Village, the festival Mtl en Arts turns the pedestrian stretch of Sainte-Catherine Street E. into an open-air art gallery where can peruse all the art you like for free while soaking up a celebratory vibe. On the Main, the street closure to cars also turns into a party during BLVD Festival, a playful, family-friendly paradise featuring giant games, installations on every corner and a treasure hunt.

The Barbie Expo takes up a back section of the Les Cours Mont-Royal shopping mall rom 10-am to 7-pm - in downtown Montreal. Followe signs through the mall and it is in a trendy black and white space hung with crystal chandeliers and rows of brightly lit museum cases. You will find hundreds of Barbies dressed in miniature couture outfits crafted by the biggest designers from around the world and individually styled for the runway.dresses with the tiny shoes, handbags and hairstyles.

The city’s public markets may sway you to spend bucks with their beguiling produce, cheese and baked goodies, but they’re free to visit, at least! And they’re a feast for the eyes, especially the most famous, Atwater Market and Jean-Talon Market.  Free movie showings also pop up all over the city in the warm months, including the recurring Cinema-Parc Dante event throughout July, in Little Italy’s Parc Dante.

Discover summer markets and pop-up entertainment throughout the city, including urban oases like the Old Port’s Marché des Éclusiers, Village au Pied-du-Courant and POP Montréal’s Marché des Possibles on the weekends, with live music, kid-friendly free activities, local food and drink.

Saint-Laurent Boulevard, popularly known as “The Main,”is one of the oldest streets in the city and a national heritage district.  You can take a walk through its multicultural cityscape and indulge in the rich variety of Montréal’s food scene. Shop in its stores with their original and creative array of goods to suit every budget. And enjoy its extraordinary nightlife. No stay in Montréal is complete without a visit to the Main.

Rue Ste. Catherine (Downtown) is divided in two parts by St-Laurent Boulevard: East and West. The West Street is home to Complexe Desjardins, one of a most important skyscrapers of the city. It is near the University of Quebec in Montreal and is home to shopping, music venues and the Musée d'art contemporain de Montreal. 

For many, the Plateau and Mile End uintessential Montréal with spiral staircases, unique and multicultural mix of lively shopping strips pretty residential streets, mases of Murals and bagels, ip, trendy and artsy, the Plateau – especially its famed enclave of Mile End – for its residential quaintness as its festive nighttime antics as restaurants and bars teem with people.

From verdant views, there’s nothing quite like the Kondiaronk Belvedere at the top of Mount Royal. Stroll around the two ponds at Parc La Fontaine (you might even catch a free show at Théâtre de Verdure!) and escape the city entirely in beautiful Parc Jean-Drapeau, where cyclists can ride around the pro Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve race track, home of the F1 Grand Prix in June, at no cost. While you’re on the island check out the free and petite botanical garden Jardin des Floralies, a local secret.

Head to Mount-Royal Park  on Sundays for a  festive gathering of the Tam-Tam Drums to your reasons to love the mountain. The foot of the hill, all around the George-Étienne Cartier statue, turns into a free percussion spectacle as hundreds of Montrealers gather to make or enjoy music, dance, peruse knick-knacks and enjoy street food.

Speaking of gardens and parks, the Governor’s Garden — the green space behind the Old Port’s historic Château Rame say museum — is free of access and makes for a quaint lunchtime pit-stop. For a longer trek, head north to Parc Frédéric-Back and the very beautiful Parc-nature de l’Île-de-la-Visitation.

If the weather does you dirty, it’s simple: head below ground to the Underground City, a 32 km long pedestrian network right downtown that’s packed with window-shopping, people-watching and public art to take in.

As the HQ for Montréal’s countless festivals, Quartier des Spectacles and its Place des Festivals in the heart of downtown is a go-to spot year-round for free entertainment. You’re pretty much guaranteed to get an eyeful, especially with the well over 100 free activities, exhibitions and experiences planned for the summer months. From interactive art installations to innovative performances and tons of live music, the Quartier des Spectacles has something for everyone at any time.

MUTEK (August 19 to 24, 2025)  Marking its 26th year as an international trend-spotter of cutting-edge electronic music and digital arts, MUTEK continues to set the standard for avant-garde audio exploration and immersive experiences. Deservedly loved and respected equally by a discerning clientele and its performers, MUTEK is a true vanguard.

The M.A.D. Festival (August 21 to 24, 2025)  Fashion, Arts, and Entertainment) celebrates self-expression through fashion, arts, entertainment, and cultural creativity. Created by M.A.D. Collective, this event offers a free program featuring urban art, fashion, entertainment, music, and conferences with international personalities. Numerous emerging artists, Canadian designers, Quebecois designers, retailers, and international icons share their art and vision.

AfroMonde Festival (August 22 to 24, 2025)  Montréal’s ruelles (the lively back alleyways and intriguing small streets that permeate most city neighbourhoods) are the setting for the Festival des arts de ruelle (FAR), or Alley Arts Festival. The fest’s broad and colourful programme features eclectic performances including music, dance and circus all across the city, so keep your eyes and ears open for some unforgettable back alley surprises!

The Old Port of Montreal is filled with unique activities, you can relax at the Clock Tower Beach, rent pedal boats, bicycles or quadricycles, enjoy a guided heritage tour or take a cruise on the river with a gourmet meal. Stroll by the Grand Quay and admire one of the majestic liners that stop over in Montréal, have a drink on the terrace of a bistro, or delight in the many food trucks.

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