Rediscover your Montréal with free guided tours
Tours and cruises
Tourisme Montréal
Montréal is full of fascinating stories, neighbourhoods with distinct personalities, and places we think we know by heart. This fall, Tourisme Montréal invites you to see your city through fresh eyes with eight free guided tours operated by Guidatour from October 2 to November 1, 2026.
Before you book
This activity is intended primarily for people who live in Montréal or nearby.
Participation is free.
A refundable $10 deposit per person is required at the time of booking and will be reimbursed after you attend the tour.
All bookings are final. Date changes and cancellations are not possible. If you do not attend, your deposit will not be refunded.
Eight walking tours of about two hours are offered, primarily in French, with select departures in English.
One accessible tour, Inclusive Montréal, was developed in collaboration with Kéroul.
Tours run from October 2 to November 1, 2026, on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, with departures at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., depending on the itinerary
Designed for residents of the Greater Montréal area, these tours offer a new way to experience the city, whether you have lived here all your life or recently made it home.
Space is limited, so a refundable $10 deposit per person is required when you book. We will reimburse this amount after you attend the tour. This is not a fee. It helps ensure that as many reserved spots as possible are used.
Please note that all bookings are final. You cannot change your date or cancel once your reservation is confirmed. If you do not attend, your $10 deposit will not be refunded.
Guidatour’s professional guides lead the tours, which are offered primarily in French, with select departures in English.
these tours offer a new way to experience the city
See your city differently
Every day, we walk past buildings, through streets, and across parks without knowing the stories behind them. Yet behind a quiet façade, a familiar corner, or a public artwork, Montréal often reveals something unexpected.
As part of Tourisme Montréal’s sustainable development plan, this initiative encourages Montrealers to take a fresh look at the places they live in and pass through every day. It also celebrates our shared heritage and the unique bond between people and their city.
The eight tours
All tours take place on foot and last about two hours. Departures are offered on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., depending on the itinerary and availability.
300 years of crime and justice in Montréal
Step into a lesser-known chapter of Old Montréal’s past through three centuries of criminal cases, landmark trials, and legal stories that reveal a darker side of the city’s history.
Murals of the Plateau and downtown: public art in the cityscape
Explore an open-air gallery and discover the monumental works that transform Montréal’s walls. Your guide will share the stories, artists, and intentions behind the murals that help make the city shine.
Mile End: creativity and lifestyle
Discover the history, cafés, workshops, and unmistakable energy of one of Montréal’s most creative neighbourhoods.
The Golden Square Mile: playground of Montréal’s elite
Step back in time in this historic district, where great fortunes left their mark on the city’s architecture and urban landscape.
Women who shaped our history
In Old Montréal, meet the women who helped build, defend, and transform the city while moving society forward.
Griffintown: the revival of a historic neighbourhood
Follow the remarkable evolution of this district, from its industrial roots to its urban renewal.
Little Italy and Jean-Talon Market: flavours and traditions
Explore Montréal’s Italian heritage and the lively atmosphere of one of the city’s best-loved public markets.
Inclusive Montréal: accessible Old Montréal
Developed in collaboration with Kéroul, this accessible tour showcases the history and charm of Old Montréal along a route designed for comfort.
How to book
- Click the booking button to access the Guidatour platform.
- Select the tour you are interested in from the booking module.
- Choose your date and time. For tours in English, check the list of available dates before booking.
- Enter your information and provide the postal code for your place of residence.
- Pay the secure $10 deposit to confirm your spot.
- On the day of your tour, arrive at the meeting point at the time shown in your confirmation.
- After you attend, your $10 deposit will be refunded automatically within seven days.
Please note: Spots are assigned on a first-booked, first-served basis.