Vacation Rentals in Montreal

Canada is the land of extremes. Its vast wilderness forests contrast with the splendid skyscrapers of urbanized areas. The vast snowy expanses are the result of harsh winters that will be particularly appreciated by fans of winter sports, outdoor ice skating and snowshoeing tours, especially since the sun shines generously. Temperatures are often below zero in the winter, so you'll love the warmth of your Montreal vacation rental, delighted and satisfied with your excursions. The summer is very pleasant, we enjoy the parks without suffering from scorching heat, it is perfect for a canoe trip on the lakes.

Lovers of cultural stays will be as close as possible to a world of art and culture with a vacation rental in Montreal near the entertainment district. Old Montreal and downtown are dotted with small historical museums that are worth the detour such as the Pointe-à-Callière Museum, the Montreal Museum of Archaeology and History.

But the place to be for art lovers is in the entertainment district, a place entirely dedicated to art in all its forms of expression. You will find this incredible complex of about thirty theaters at the aptly named Place des Arts metro station. Want to fill up on contemporary art? The MAC in Montreal will show you the great North American names like Bill Viola. The entrance fee is $13 but the good idea is to reserve, at the same time as your vacation home in Montreal, "my Montreal museum card" to benefit from a free entrance to various museums for $75. With this card, buses, subways and airport shuttle are also free for 3 days!

Spend a day at Canada’s second largest amusement park, La Rone on Saint Helen's Island. Let the kids wander through four ecosystems of the Americas at the Montreal Biodome, or indulge in a bit of exploration at the Montreal Science Center. How about petting baby goats at Granby Zoo? Get creepy and crawly at the Montréal Insectarium, where 160,000 living and naturalized insects await. Get back to the basics at La Tohu, a circus performance center with trapeze artists, puppets and contortionists, among others. Cirque du Soleil is a Montreal institution with its impossibly difficult stunts and exquisite performers. The kids will love the experience.

Book a vacation home in Montreal for a memorable sojourn.

The city's effervescent nightlife caters to all tastes and budgets. Terraced cafes by the riverfront in Old Montreal are perfect to tipple the night away. Irish bars, sports bars, jazz clubs and intimate indie venues are part of the nightscapes too. Vegas-style entertainment awaits at the Montreal Casino, known for its burlesque, cabaret, revue and Broadway shows. For a downtempo evening, the piano bars and lounges in downtown hotels are your best bet. Ballet, opera, theater and sporting events are also fun prospects in merry Montreal.

The two most famous festivals in the Canadian city are Just for Laughs and the Montreal International Jazz Festival. The festival dedicated to laughter is 100% French-speaking, enough to put you in a good mood for the duration of the festivities, in the middle of July. The price of the pass for this festival varies a lot depending on the shows, the categories and the duration but you will have to count a minimum of $130.

Always in July, open the window of your Montreal vacation rental to hear a few jazz notes escaping from a piano in the middle of the street. The Montreal International Jazz Festival is divided into two parts: free street concerts and paid indoor concerts. Some great events can happen right on your doorstep! Fans will reserve their seats in the venues of the entertainment district. Depending on the poster, the price of the ticket varies between $27 and $38.

Canadians, as good Americans, are fond of oversized hypermarkets. But Montreal has also managed to preserve the simple pleasures of life, and many small markets with superb stalls await you. The joy of an apartment is also being able to enjoy local products in a modern and well-equipped kitchen at home. There are 4 very popular indoor markets: Jean-Talon, Artwater, De Lachine and Maisoneneuve. The first one is the oldest in the city and has a nice village atmosphere to find the best freshly caught products! Enjoy it without restriction by booking a vacation home in Montreal.

Old Montreal

Home to the iconic Old Port of Montreal, Old Montreal is a popular tourist attraction where buildings date back to the 17th century. The riverfront is alive with recreational and cultural activities. Place Jacques-Cartier with its street buskers and terrace restos is a wonderful spot for people-watching.

Notre-Dame Basilica

This Gothic-Revival cathedral is a favorite with its deep-blue ceiling decked with golden stars. Look out for the stained glass windows, religious statues, and the Casavant Frères pipe organ that dates back to 1891.

St. Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal

This Roman Catholic minor basilica is also Canada's largest church. Recommended for those in search of peace and spirituality, the church houses a cavernous oratory with tremendous architecture and acoustics.

Montreal Botanical Gardens

Designated a National Historic Site of Canada, these gardens are home to award-winning orchids, bridges, waterfalls, a Japanese Zen Garden, and superbly-maintained greenhouses. Look out for the majestic Lion de la Feuillée monument while here.

Montreal Museum of Fine Arts

Montreal's largest museum lies on the historic Golden Square Mile. Holding more than 41,000 works, the temporary exhibitions here span design, film, fashion, music and the fine arts.