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2013 school group guide Contents restaurants...........................................................................................................5 France......................................................................................................................................................................................7 Deli............................................................................................................................................................................................8 Italy..........................................................................................................................................................................................11 Public Markets......................................................................................................................................................................11 Sugar shack............................................................................................................................................................................12 Off the GrilL...........................................................................................................................................................................13 Animation................................................................................................................................................................................14 Vegetarian..............................................................................................................................................................................15 Other........................................................................................................................................................................................16 tourist attractions............................................................................................17 Art............................................................................................................................................................................................19 History.....................................................................................................................................................................................20 Science and nature...............................................................................................................................................................24 Churches.................................................................................................................................................................................26 Multi-recreational sites....................................................................................................................................................27 activities | entertainment..................................................................................29 Educational and cultural activities................................................................................................................................31 Sports and Leisure...............................................................................................................................................................37 Entertainment.......................................................................................................................................................................41 Workshops..............................................................................................................................................................................44 CHARTERED BUS SERVICES.......................................................................................45 Educational institutions....................................................................................49 GUIDED TOURS...........................................................................................................53 Bike tours...............................................................................................................................................................................55 Boat tours..............................................................................................................................................................................56 Walking tours........................................................................................................................................................................58 performance venues............................................................................................61 Cultural Centers .................................................................................................................................................................63 Shopping Centres .................................................................................................................................................................65 Multi-recreational Sites ...................................................................................................................................................66 Churches ................................................................................................................................................................................67 accomodations......................................................................................................69 contact us..............................................................................................................79 Legend G Assisted wheelchair accessibility F Full wheelchair accessibility U Parking for buses 2013 school group guide restaurants Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide restaurants France Espace La Fontaine 3933 du Parc-La Fontaine Avenue Plateau Mont-Royal and Mile End 514 280-2525 Ç Sherbrooke www.espacelafontaine.com Under the helm of Chef Bernard Beaudoin, Espace La Fontaine serves healthy meals made with quality products in a pleasant, family-friendly atmosphere. Specialties include antipasti, tartar, mussels, sausages, eggs benedict, and house smoked salmon. The brunch menu, served on weekends, is sure to please all breakfast lovers. A choice of beers, as well as red, white, rosé, and sparkling wine selections are also offered. Group menus for 25 guests or more are possible. Open: Open year round. Consult the schedule on the Espace La Fontaine website. Reservations required for groups of 25 or more. Services • • • menu for groups breakfast and brunch terrace • • off the grill Gluten free • • Specialty: desserts Specialty: vegetarian dishes Le Bourlingueur 363 Saint-François-Xavier Street Old Montréal and Old Port 514 845-3646 Ç Place-d’Armes www.lebourlingueur.ca Close to the St. Lawrence River is Le Bourlingueur with its menu of seafood specialties, in particular poached salmon. Fish and seafood lovers, as well as those craving red meat, will find satisfaction in the chef’s selection, served in an unpretentious atmosphere. Services • capacity:92 • vouchers accepted • menu for groups Restaurant de l’Institut F Hôtel de L’Institut, 3535 Saint-Denis Street Plateau Mont-Royal and Mile End 514 282-5120 Ç Sherbrooke www.ithq.qc.ca/en/restaurant François Courville Tel.: 514 282-5108 4015 Email: [email protected] Through its upscale regional cuisine prepared with fresh Québec products, the Restaurant de l’Institut, under the guidance of Chef Olivier Rault, is adept at displaying the quality of training given at the Institut de tourisme et d’hôtellerie du Québec (ITHQ), a centre of excellence in education specializing in tourism, hotel, and restaurant services. During the week, the kitchen and dining room welcome graduating ITHQ students to put their classroom training into practice under the watchful eyes of their teachers. Open: Breakfast: Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and Saturday to Sunday, 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Lunch: Monday to Friday, noon to 1:30 p.m., closed on Saturday and Sunday. Evening: Tuesday to Saturday, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., closed on Sunday and Monday. Services • • capacity:60 vouchers accepted • • boutique menu for groups • • reservation of the entire restaurant breakfast and brunch 7 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide restaurants Restaurant Le Fripon 436 Place Jacques-Cartier Old Montréal and Old Port 514 861-1386 Ç Champ-de-Mars www.lefripon.com Sacha Bertola Tel.: 514 861-1386 Email: [email protected] Located in a superb historic house on Place Jacques-Cartier in Old Montréal, Le Fripon offers, in its brand new bistro concept, a mouth-watering menu that is sure to please. The bar, a perfect place for cocktail hour and sports nights, offers more than 300 imported and microbrewery beers. Every summer, Le Fripon sets up a pretty terrace decorated with flowers and cooled down on hot summer days, with a view on the public square. Open: Daily, 8 a.m. to 3 a.m. Services • • • Capacity:280 vouchers accepted menu for groups • • breakfast and brunch reservation of the entire restaurant Restaurant et Taverne Magnan G • • terrace off the grill U 2602 Saint-Patrick Street Pôle des Rapides and Griffintown 514 935-9647 Ç Charlevoix www.maisonmagnan.com Founded in 1932, the Magnan is well-known for its roast beef and festive ambiance. This Québec family-run business includes a fine-dining restaurant, urban tavern, bar, terrace, and reception hall. The establishment also offers delicious homemade products. Services • • capacity:600 boutique • • menu for groups reservation of the entire restaurant • • terrace off the grill Deli Brisket Montréal & Salon Krausmann U 1093 Beaver Hall Hill Downtown 514 878-3641 Ç Square-Victoria www.briskets.ca Michel Côté Tel.: 514 842-4881 6127 Email: [email protected] For over 25 years, customers from far and wide have been converging on Brisket Montréal for its delectable traditional smoked meat. But Brisket’s secret to success doesn’t only lie on the unique taste of its smoked meat: its relaxing surroundings, classical decor, as well as its outstanding and charming service all contribute to its international reputation. Recommended by Guide du routard. Open: November 1 to April 30: Monday to Friday, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Reservation only on Sunday afternoon; May 1 to October 31: Monday to Friday, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Weekends, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Services • • • capacity:250 vouchers accepted menu for groups • • breakfast and brunch reservation of the entire restaurant • • off the grill smoked meat 8 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide restaurants Chez Cora (Côte-des-Neiges) G 5940 de la Côte-des-Neiges Road Mount Royal and Outremont 514 341-2672 Ç Côte-des-Neiges www.chezcora.com Angela Melfi Tel.: 514 341-2672 Email: [email protected] Specializing in gourmet breakfast and healthy lunch menus, Chez Cora dishes up an explosion of freshness, colours and flavours in a friendly, family atmosphere. Omelettes, pancakes and French toasts accompanied by an abundance of fresh fruits to decorate your plate and delight your palate are on the menu to ensure a pleasant and delicious meal among friends. Open: Monday to Friday, 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Saturday, 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Services • • capacity:158 menu for groups • breakfast and brunch • terrace Chez Cora (du Parc) U 3465 du Parc Avenue Downtown 514 849-4932 Ç Place-des-Arts, bus 80 North www.chezcora.com Chantal Piché Tel.: 514 849-4932 Email: [email protected] Specializing in gourmet breakfast and healthy lunch menus, Chez Cora dishes up an explosion of freshness, colours and flavours in a friendly, family atmosphere. Omelettes, pancakes and French toasts accompanied by an abundance of fresh fruits to decorate your plate and delight your palate are on the menu to ensure a pleasant and delicious meal among friends. Open: Monday to Saturday, 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Sunday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Services • capacity:160 • breakfast and brunch • menu for groups Chez Cora (Mont-Royal) 1396 du Mont-Royal Avenue East Plateau Mont-Royal and Mile End 514 525-9495 Ç Mont-Royal www.chezcora.com Lisa-Marie Larouche Tel.: 514 525-9495 Email: [email protected] Specializing in gourmet breakfast and healthy lunch menus, Chez Cora dishes up an explosion of freshness, colours and flavours in a friendly, family atmosphere. Omelettes, pancakes and French toasts accompanied by an abundance of fresh fruits to decorate your plate and delight your palate are on the menu to ensure a pleasant and delicious meal among friends. Open: Monday to Friday, 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Saturday, 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Services • capacity:98 • breakfast and brunch Chez Cora (Saint-Jacques) U 6685 Saint-Jacques Street West Pôle des Rapides and Griffintown 514 369-0733 Ç Vendôme bus 90 West www.chezcora.com Alain Desmarais Tel.: 514 369-0733 Email: [email protected] Specializing in gourmet breakfast and healthy lunch menus, Chez Cora dishes up an explosion of freshness, colours and flavours in a friendly, family atmosphere. Omelettes, pancakes and French toasts accompanied by an abundance of fresh fruits to decorate your plate and delight your palate are on the menu to ensure a pleasant and delicious meal among friends. Open: Monday to Saturday, 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Sunday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Services • • capacity:138 menu for groups • breakfast and brunch • terrace 9 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide restaurants Mâche restaurant 1655 Saint-Denis Street Quartier latin 514 439-5535 Ç Berri-UQAM www.restaurantmache.com Located in the heart of the action on Saint-Denis Street, Restaurant Mâche offers Québec comfort food, including poutine and shepherd’s pie, in a relaxed, cozy, and warm pub atmosphere. Open: Sunday to Wednesday, 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Thursday to Saturday, 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Services • capacity:40 Pub St-Paul • terrace • menu for groups U 124 Saint-Paul Street East Old Montréal and Old Port 514 874-0485 Ç Champ-de-Mars www.pubstpaul.com Richard Bicari Tel.: 514 874-0485 Email: [email protected] Steps from Place Jacques-Cartier, in the heart of Old Montréal, is the delightful Pub St-Paul, renowned for its affordable good food and excellent nightly shows. Spread out over two floors, the pub offers the delights of a warm atmosphere with excellent views overlooking the Old Port. Open: Daily, 11 a.m. to 3 a.m. Services • • • capacity:400 vouchers accepted boutique • • menu for groups reservation of the entire restaurant • • off the grill smoked meat Sir Winston Churchill Pub Complex U 1455-59 Crescent Street Downtown 514 288-3814 Ç Peel www.swcpc.com Renée Ladouceur Tel.: 514 843-6461 Email: [email protected] Sir Winston Churchill, Crescent Street’s first pub, was founded by John Vago in 1967. His jovial character enabled him to develop unique and lasting relationships both with customers and staff. Twelve years later, Vago turned the second floor into the cozy atmosphere of Winnie’s, which remains one of the Crescent Street musts of today. Karina’s piano bar opened in 1999 to cater to patrons who enjoy piano music and dancing until the wee hours. The Sir Winston Churchill Pub Complex, the founding establishment of Crescent Street, is also one of Montréal’s notable landmarks. Open: Sir Winston Churchill Pub: Monday to Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 3 a.m.; Winnie’s: Monday to Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 3 a.m.; Karina: Thursday and Friday, 5 p.m. to 3 a.m., Saturday, 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. Services • • • capacity:1000 vouchers accepted menu for groups • • reservation of the entire restaurant breakfast and brunch • • terrace off the grill 10 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide restaurants Italy Guido & Angelina (McGill) G 690 Sainte-Catherine Street West Downtown 514 393-3808 Ç McGill www.guidoandangelina.com Guido & Angelina’s Italian sense of comfort and hospitality make it perfect for private gatherings and corporate events. Serving up traditional Italian dishes with modern touches, the restaurant offers set and customized menus for lunch, dinner, and cocktail events. Wines are available by the glass or bottle, and include classics and rare finds at exceptional value. With two locations in Montréal, «G&A» has become a popular destination for both locals and visitors, who can watch their favorite game on wide screen televisions or sit back and enjoy the music in a delightful and stylish atmosphere. Open: Sunday, noon to 11 p.m.; Monday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Friday, 11 a.m. to midnight; Saturday, noon to midnight. Services • capacity:230 • vouchers accepted • menu for groups Wienstein & Gavino’s 1434 Crescent Street Downtown 514 288-2231 Ç Peel www.wiensteinandgavinos.com Carole Dulude Tel.: 514 564-7821 Email: [email protected] Situated on popular Crescent Street, Wienstein & Gavino’s buzzes with its own energy on three floors. Its Mediterranean menu showcases traditional dishes with a modern twist. Guests will also enjoy its great bar and extensive wine list. Open: Sunday to Wednesday, 11 a.m. to midnight; Thursday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. Bar open until 3 a.m. Services • • capacity:400 menu for groups • • reservation of the entire restaurant breakfast and brunch • • off the grill terrace Public Markets Atwater Market G 138 Atwater Avenue Pôle des Rapides and Griffintown 514 937-7754 Ç Lionel-Groulx www.marchespublics-mtl.com Open since 1933, the Atwater Market features a diverse range of merchants, caterers and specialty boutiques selling meats, fish, baked goods and fine foods all year round, in addition to its many vegetable and horticultural producers. The Lachine Canal cycling path leads up to the market. Open: Monday to Wednesday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Thursday and Friday, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. 11 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide restaurants Jean-Talon Market G 7070 Henri-Julien Street Little Italy 514 937-7754 Ç Jean-Talon www.marchespublics-mtl.com The multicultural flavours and sights of the Jean-Talon Market have been attracting crowds to Little Italy since 1933. In addition to the ubiquitous fruit, vegetable and flower stalls is a tasty array of specialty shops that feature spices, oils, cheeses, meats, pastries and exquisite products that are specific to Québec. Open: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Thursday and Friday, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Maisonneuve Market G 4445 Ontario Street East Hochelaga-Maisonneuve 514 937-7754 Ç Pie-IX www.marchespublics-mtl.com Housed in a modern building, Maisonneuve Market, one of Montréal’s main public markets, offers the variety of products found at large markets: flowers, fruits, vegetables, meats, cheese, fish, baked goods and locally-made products. Standing in a lively place, the Beaux-Arts style building is the former site of the old market, built before World War I. In the middle, the fountain monument of Marius Dufresne is composed of a statue by Alfred Laliberté (1915) which depicts a market gardener of the 17th century. Open: Monday to Wednesday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Thursday and Friday, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Public Market of Lachine 1865 Notre-Dame Street, Lachine Pôle des Rapides and Griffintown 514 937-7754 Ç Angrignon bus 195 www.marchespublics-mtl.com The Public Market of Lachine, Montréal’s oldest public market, is home to plant stalls, a bakery and a café. Cheese, gourmet shops and fruits are also available. The market is located along the bike path. Open: Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. From May to October, truck farmers arrive on site early. Sugar shack Canadian Maple Delights U 84 Saint-Paul Street East Old Montréal and Old Port 514 765-3456 Ç Place-d’Armes www.mapledelights.com Alain Bergeron Tel.: 514 765-3456 224 Email: [email protected] Gelati, coffee, pastries, organic maple syrup and many more delicacies made from maple syrup are beautifully displayed on the shelves of this bistro-boutique, where guests are treated to the myriad flavours of maple, in a warm ambiance. Furthermore, visitors might want to stop by the on-site museum to discover the secrets of maple products. Open: Summer: Monday to Friday, 9 p.m. to 11.p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Winter: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Services • • capacity:50 vouchers accepted • • boutique menu for groups • • Specialty: desserts terrace 12 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide restaurants Sucrerie de la Montagne U 300 Saint-Georges Road, Rigaud Montérégie 450 451-0831 www.sucreriedelamontagne.com Stefan Faucher Tel.: 450 451-0831 Email: [email protected] Visitors are invited to participate in several traditional activities: hay-rides in horse-drawn carriage, guided tours to the sugar shack and the hundred-year-old bakery. The old-time sugar feast is an all-you-can-eat family-style meal animated by folk singers where the guests are invited to sing and dance. After the meal, a visit to the general store is a must. Open: Daily, 11 a.m to 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Upon reservation. Services • • • capacity:650 vouchers accepted boutique • • dinner show dinner show • • menu for groups reservation of the entire restaurant Off the GrilL L’Atelier d’Argentine 355 Marguerite D’Youville Street Old Montréal and Old Port 514 287-3362 Ç Square-Victoria www.atelierargentine.com/en Located in the Old Port, L’Atelier d’Argentine offers a variety of group menus to satisfy all tastes and budgets. Signature dishes include Cuarteto empanadas, Chorizo de Mariscos, and Milanesa de Pollo. Vintages from Argentina and the rest of the world grace the restaurant’s extensive wine list. On Wednesdays and Thursdays, live music from Drum Addiction gets things rolling at 5 p.m., and on Friday evenings a DJ spins in this casual, laidback, venue that brings together rustic and modern décor elements. Open: Monday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Tuesday to Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 1 a.m.; Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 1 a.m.; Sunday 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Services • • capacity:140 menu for groups • breakfast and brunch • off the grill Reuben's Montréal's Premier Deli & Steakhouse 1116 Sainte-Catherine Street West Downtown 514 866-1029 Ç Peel www.reubensdeli.com This welcoming family-style restaurant serves traditional smoked meat in such dishes as the famous Reuben’s sandwich. The menu also includes steak, hamburgers, salads and tantalizing desserts. With its Art deco style, Reuben’s is reminiscent of typical New York diners. Open: Monday to Wednesday, 6:30 a.m. to Midnight; Thursday to Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 11h30 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. and Sunday, 8 .am. to Midnight. Closed on December 25, 2012. Services • • capacity:185 breakfast and brunch • off the grill • smoked meat 13 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide restaurants Vieux-Port Steakhouse 39 Saint-Paul Street East Old Montréal and Old Port 514 866-3175 Ç Champ-de-Mars www.vpsteak.com Tina Mourdoukoutas Tel.: 514 866-8080 221 Email: [email protected] In the heart of Old Montréal, the Vieux-Port Steakhouse, located in a building dating back to 1880, offers dining rooms of various décors where an ambiance of warmth reigns. The restaurant is renowned for its pepper steak, fresh fish, and seafood, including lobster, and on Sundays, guests can benefit from a generous brunch. In the summertime, the magnificent outdoor terrace is a choice setting in which to enjoy the balmy evenings of the season. Open: Lunch - daily, 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (table d'hôte served until 2 p.m.). Dinner - Sunday to Thursday, 4 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 4 p.m. to midnight. Brunch - Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Services • • • capacity:1000 vouchers accepted menu for groups • • breakfast and brunch terrace • • off the grill reservation of the entire restaurant Animation Balcon Cabaret Music-Hall U 304 Notre-Dame Street East Old Montréal and Old Port 514 528-9766 Ç Champ-de-Mars www.lebalcon.ca Julien Robitaille Tel.: 514 528-9766 23 Email: [email protected] A venue as unique as they come, with a character somewhere between New York cabaret and Parisian dinner-theater, Le Balcon Cabaret Music-Hall offers an exclusive dining and entertainment experience in the heart of quaint Old Montreal. Its distinct fusion cuisine inspired by the flavors of the world entices the most refined pallets, who like to extend the Balconesque experience by savouring, up close and live, the wide variety of musical styles and cultures offered by world-class artists. The intimate and festive atmosphere of Le Balcon promises to deliver memorable moments to all patrons. Open: Open for special events and show nights: Tuesday to Saturday, 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Ticket office: Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on show nights: 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Tickets also available on Admission Network. Services • • vouchers accepted menu for groups • reservation of the entire restaurant • dinner show Jardin Nelson 407 Place Jacques-Cartier Old Montréal and Old Port 514 861-5731 Ç Champ-de-Mars www.jardinnelson.com At the heart of Old Montréal, the wrought-iron gates of the Jardin Nelson open onto a veritable urban paradise. The menu is eclectic and the beverage choices include an extensive wine list, as well as cool cocktails and delicious sangrias to suit every taste bud. Outdoors, the large terrace accommodates up to 400 guests, all of whom can relax to the sound of jazz duets, trios or quartets at lunch or at sunset. Whatever the time of day, the Jardin Nelson remains an unforgettable experience. Open: May 1 to the end of September, Monday to Friday, from 11:30 a.m.; Saturday, Sunday and holidays, from 10 a.m. Closing time set by the tempo of urban life in Old Montreal and its activities. April and October, weekends only, when the weather allows it. Clo Services • capacity:50 • terrace • dinner show 14 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide Le Cabaret du Roy - Restaurant G 363 de la Commune Street East Old Montréal and Old Port 514 907-9000 Ç Champ-de-Mars www.oyez.ca restaurants U Louis-Maxime Lockwell Tel.: 514 907-9000 21 Email: [email protected] Taken by storm by a band of buccaneers, Le Cabaret du Roy transports guests to the world of piracy in New France. Patrons can feast in local fish and game animals, as well as try their luck at gaming and winning prizes throughout the night. Younger seafarers are welcome in the early evening. Open: Summer: daily, 11h30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Winter: Friday to Sunday, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Groups of 25 and more: daily, upon reservation. Services • • • • capacity:150 vouchers accepted boutique menu for groups • • reservation of the entire restaurant terrace • • • off the grill Gluten free dinner show Vegetarian Le Commensal - McGill College Ave. 1204 McGill College Avenue Downtown 514 871-1480 Ç McGill www.commensal.com Located on McGill College Avenue, south of Sainte-Catherine Street, this vegetarian restaurant boasts a minimalist décor, a laid-back atmosphere and a spectacular view of Montréal’s business district. Its menu consists of soups, salads, hot dishes (pasta, tofu, seitan, vegetables, pizza, quiches, etc.), desserts and a wine list. The restaurant also offers a menu for groups of 20 or more. Among its specialties are the apple and beet salad, avocados in vinaigrette with capers, seitan bourguignon, lasagna, grilled ginger tofu, maple syrup pie and walnut squares. Open: Every day, 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Closed on January 1 and 2, June 24 and December 25. Services • capacity:180 • menu for groups • Specialty: vegetarian dishes Le Commensal - Saint-Denis Street U 1720 Saint-Denis Street Quartier latin 514 845-2627 Ç Berri-UQAM www.commensal.com Nestled in the heart of Montréal’s Quartier latin, this vegetarian restaurant extending over three floors has an inviting and relaxed atmosphere. Its menu consists of soups, salads, hot dishes (pasta, tofu, seitan, vegetables, pizza, quiches, etc.), desserts and a wine list. Among its specialties are the apple and beet salad, avocados in vinaigrette with capers, seitan bourguignon, lasagna, grilled ginger tofu, maple syrup pie and walnut squares. During the jazz festival, musicians perform at the restaurant. Open: Sunday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Monday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Tuesday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Services • • capacity:240 menu for groups • terrace • Specialty: vegetarian dishes 15 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide restaurants Other Casa de Mateo 438 Saint-François-Xavier Street Old Montréal and Old Port 514 844-7448 Ç Place-d’Armes www.casademateo.com Fanny Esfahani Tel.: 514 286-9589 Email: [email protected] Come visit a part of Mexico and its mariachis while in Montréal and taste its authentic Mexican cuisine. Casa de Mateo is a sunny place, all year round. Services • • capacity:280 vouchers accepted • reservation of the entire restaurant • • menu for groups dinner show Le Pavillon Nanpic 75A, De La Gauchetière Street West Downtown 514 395-8106 Ç Place-d’Armes Dorothy Yung Tel.: 514 395-8106 Email: [email protected] A great restaurant to enjoy a gourmet meal prepared with only fresh, quality ingredients and spices resulting in mouth-watering flavours and vibrant colours. Open: Open daily except on Christmas. Monday to Friday, 11:30 a.m. to midnight; Saturday and Sunday, noon to midnight. Services • capacity:78 • menu for groups • reservation of the entire restaurant Wok du Chef Restaurant 1200 Du Mont-Royal Av. East Plateau Mont-Royal and Mile End 514 525-2882 Ç Mont-Royal At Le Wok du Chef, Asian cuisine is served amid a Zen décor and a relaxed ambiance on Mont-Royal Avenue, in the heart of the hip Plateau Mont-Royal neighbourhood. Open: Sunday to Wednesday, 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Thursday to Saturday, 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Services • capacity:60 • menu for groups 16 2013 school group guide tourist attractions Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide tourist attractions Art Canadian Centre for Architecture G 1920 Baile Street Downtown 514 939-7026 Ç Guy-Concordia www.cca.qc.ca Émile Thomas Tel.:514 939-7001 2624 Email: [email protected] The Canadian Centre for Architecture is an international research centre and museum recognized for the richness of its collections and the quality of its exhibitions. The CCA has received numerous awards for the design of its building, which includes the Shaughnessy House, one of the rare 19th-century Montréal houses open to the public. The sculpture garden reflects the history of architecture as well as the city that surrounds the site. In addition to exhibitions, the CCA organizes a wide variety of activities: guided tours of the building, the garden or the current exhibitions, films, lectures and workshops. Services • guided tour Espace VERRE U 1200 Mill Street Pôle des Rapides and Griffintown 514 933-6849 Ç McGill, bus 168 www.espaceverre.qc.ca Espace VERRE is a glass blowing and glass arts school, studio and gallery that teaches glass techniques, promotes glass art and provides services to professional glass artists. Housed in a former fire house in the south-west of Montréal, its glassblowing workshops are open to the public to watch these artisans in action while the gallery exhibits and sells various glass items. Services • guided tour Grande Bibliothèque - Bibliothèque et Archives nationales du Québec F 475 De Maisonneuve Blvd. East Quartier latin 514 873-1100 Ç Berri-UQAM www.banq.qc.ca The Grande Bibliothèque houses Québec’s largest collection of recent, rare and old editions, multimedia documents, reference materials, maps and prints. Not only is it an exceptional cultural venue, but it is also a multifunctional area, offering an auditorium, exhibition hall, café-restaurant and outdoor facilities. Services • guided tour Musée d’art contemporain de Montréal G 185 Sainte-Catherine Street West Downtown 514 847-6226 Ç Place-des-Arts www.macm.org Canada’s premier museum devoted exclusively to contemporary art, the Musée d’art contemporain de Montréal is a superb place to discover the wealth of Québec creativity and leading international trends in contemporary painting, drawing, engraving, sculpture, photography, installation, film, and video. Services • guided tour 19 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide tourist attractions The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts F 1380 Sherbrooke Street West Downtown 514 285-2000 Ç Guy-Concordia www.mmfa.qc.ca Every year, MMFA visitors enjoy free admission to its comprehensive collections and unique temporary exhibitions, as well as educational, cultural, and community programs. The year 2011 marked the opening of the Claire and Marc Bourgie Pavilion, devoted to Québec and Canadian art, and the Bourgie room, a concert hall incorporating a rare collection of Tiffany stained glass. With its other pavilions dedicated to world cultures, ancient and contemporary European art, decorative arts, and design, the MMFA also now integrates music into the appreciation of the visual arts. A pavilion committed to ancient masters will open its doors by 2017. Services • guided tour History Centre d’histoire de Montréal F 335 Place d’Youville Old Montréal and Old Port 514 872-3207 Ç Square-Victoria www.ville.montreal.qc.ca/chm The Centre d’histoire de Montréal hands you the key to Montréal’s multiple identities. With three floors and as many exhibitions, you’ll live or re-live the rich and eventful history of our metropolis through sound environments, spectacular images, visual effects, personal testimonies and intriguing artefacts. Services • guided tour Château Dufresne Museum G U 2929 Jeanne-d’Arc Street Hochelaga-Maisonneuve 514 259-9201 Ç Pie-IX www.chateaudufresne.com Samia Benlamara Tel.:514 259-9201 Email: [email protected] Built between 1915 and 1918, the Château Dufresne is a beaux arts-style private mansion which was owned by the Dufresne brothers, two important members of Montréal’s French-speaking bourgeoisie. Today, it houses the museum dedicated to the history of Montréal’s east end. The building boasts an interior decor painted by artist Guido Nincheri and is testament to the tastes of the roaring twenties. Services • guided tour 20 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide tourist attractions Château Ramezay – Historic Site and Museum of Montréal G 280 Notre-Dame Street East Old Montréal and Old Port 514 861-3708 Ç Champ-de-Mars www.chateauramezay.qc.ca Louise Hébert Tel.:514 844-4021 Email: [email protected] A prestigious residence from the 18th century, the Château Ramezay is Montréal’s portal to its past and the first building in Québec classified as an historic monument. The Château invites you to relive more than 500 years of history, from the pre-contact Amerindian era to the 20th century. A must-see attraction in Old Montréal, the Château exhibits its collections in a variety of ways, intermingled with multimedia portrayals of historical figures recounting, in six languages, highlights of their lives at the manor. The site includes the Governor’s Garden, a typically delightful 18th century urban retreat. Services • guided tour Écomusée du fier monde G 2050 Amherst Street The Village 514 528-8444 Ç Sherbrooke www.ecomusee.qc.ca Chloé Guillaume Tel.:514 528-8444 Email: [email protected] The Écomusée du fier monde invites guests to travel through time to the Industrial Revolution! A museum both of history and society, the Écomusée encourages an exploration of industry throughout the years and promotes reflection upon key community issues. The museum makes it home in the old Généreux public bath, a magnificent example of architecture from the 1920s. Services • guided tour Fleming Mill Historical Interpretation Centre 9675 LaSalle Blvd., LaSalle Pôle des Rapides and Griffintown 514 367-6439 Ç Angrignon, bus 110 or 106 http://ville.montreal.qc.ca/lasalle Marcelle Pallascio Tel.:514 367-6000 6387 Email: [email protected] This restored windmill, five storeys high, is the only Québec mill of Anglo-Saxon influence. The exterior has been completely renovated. Its 200-year history is presented in theatrical skits. Services • guided tour Maison Saint-Gabriel, Museum and Historic Site U 2146 Place Dublin Pôle des Rapides and Griffintown 514 935-8136 Ç Charlevoix, bus 57 www.maisonsaint-gabriel.qc.ca Purchased by Marguerite Bourgeoys in 1662, this magnificent 300-year-old house is one of the most beautiful examples of traditional Québec architecture. Converted into a museum in 1966, it showcases various aspects of rural life in the 17th century and the extraordinary experience of the King’s Wards. Visitors can enjoy discovering shows and original, captivating programming with artisans, musicians, actors, and storytellers. Temporary exhibits are housed in the 19th-century stone barn, the garden recreated in the spirit of New France, and the new thematic garden of the Métayères. Services • guided tour 21 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide tourist attractions Marguerite-Bourgeoys Museum and Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel F U 400 Saint-Paul Street East Old Montréal and Old Port 514 282-8670 Ç Champ-de-Mars www.marguerite-bourgeoys.com Valérie Amiot Tel.:514 282-5120 Email: [email protected] This 300-year-old chapel and its captivating history museum will amaze visitors as they move through the exhibition rooms, including the magnificent crypt and the tower with a spectacular view of Old Montréal. They will find themselves covering more than 2,000 years of history. Of special interest: the tomb of Saint Marguerite Bourgeoys, the tower lookout and the archaeological site. And to make the most out of the visit, tour podcasts can be downloaded to portable MP3 devices from the Conseil du patrimoine religieux Website. Services • guided tour McCord Museum F 690 Sherbrooke Street West Downtown 514 398-7100 Ç McGill www.mccord-museum.qc.ca Linda D’Angelo Tel.:514 866-9942 506 Email: [email protected] The McCord Museum is one of the most important historical museums in Canada. It celebrates Montréal life past and present-its people, its artisans, its communities, its metropolitan area. Through a contemporary approach, the Museum presents exciting exhibitions that appeal to people from here and elsewhere. It also offers educational and cultural activities and innovative Internet projects. Services • guided tour Montreal Canadiens Hall of Fame 1909 des-Canadiens-de-Montreal Ave. Downtown 514 925-7777 Ç Lucien-L’Allier www.hall.canadiens.com Béatrice Bernard-Poulin Tel.:514 925-2193 Email: [email protected] A veritable museum of the history of the Habs since the team’s founding in 1909, the Montreal Canadiens Hall of Fame exhibits objects, images, and interactive displays in nearly 10,000 square feet of space as it recounts the story of a club that has stirred crowds and warmed the hearts of Québec people throughout the wintertime. A major destination for hockey fans of all ages, the Hall of Fame also conducts tours of the Bell Centre, home of the world famous Montreal Canadiens. Please contact us for more information and bookings. Services • guided tour Pointe-à-Callière, Montréal Museum of Archaeology and History G U 350 Place Royale Old Montréal and Old Port 514 872-9150 Ç Place-d’Armes www.pacmuseum.qc.ca Sonie Vilfort Tel.:514 872-9127 Email: [email protected] Pointe-à-Callière is a national historic site rising above the actual remains of the city’s birthplace. It takes visitors on an authentic archaeological tour from the 14th century, when Natives camped on the site, right up to the present. They’ll see Native artefacts, the city’s first Catholic cemetery, its first marketplace, and lots more. Cuttingedge technology and a multimedia show bring Montréal’s past to life in a whole new light. The Museum’s contemporary building is linked by an underground passage to the Ancienne Douane, Montréal’s first Custom House, leading through an archaeological crypt safeguarding more than six centuries of history, beneath the raised portion of Place Royale. Services • guided tour 22 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide tourist attractions Sir George-Etienne Cartier National Historic Site G 458 Notre-Dame Street East Old Montréal and Old Port 514 283-2282 Ç Champ-de-Mars www.parcscanada.gc.ca/cartier David Ledoyen Tel.:514 283-2282 Email: [email protected] Discover the only Victorian interior open to the public in Montréal. Meticulously restored according to the tastes and customs of the Montréal bourgeoisie around 1860, the Sir George-Étienne Cartier National Historic Site commemorates the life and work of this renowned politician, Father of Confederation. Guided visits and theatrical presentation on reservation. Services • guided tour Stewart Museum F U 20 Tour-de-l’Isle Road Parc Jean-Drapeau 514 861-6701 Ç Jean-Drapeau www.stewart-museum.org Nicole Gilbert Tel.:514 861-6703 233 Email: [email protected] The Stewart Museum, located in the heart of a natural location unique in an urban environment, celebrates the influence of European civilization in New France and North America. Ivory, faience, brocade, silver, parchment... all these materials hand crafted by masters weave a time line where five centuries of political events, scientific experiments and cultural life unfold. The Museum occupies the British fortified depot on Île Sainte-Hélène, a 19th century military construction. Both historic and modern, the site features a glass tower offering a remarkable view of Montreal. Services • guided tour The Fur Trade at Lachine National Historic Site of Canada G U 1255 Saint-Joseph Blvd., Lachine Pôle des Rapides and Griffintown 514 637-7433 Ç Angrignon, bus 195 West www.pc.gc.ca/fur Marie-Monique Jean-Baptiste Tel.:514 496-2023 Email: [email protected] The old stone-built depot, dating from 1803, used to contain goods imported from England or made in Montréal, destined for trade. Interactive presentations and selfguided or guided tours allow visitors to better understand this industry so essential to the colony’s growth. Services • guided tour 23 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide tourist attractions Science and nature Biodôme de Montréal – Space for Life F U 4777 Pierre-De Coubertin Avenue Parking: 3000 Viau Street Hochelaga-Maisonneuve 514 868-3000 Ç Viau www.espacepourlavie.ca/en Albane Le Nay Tel.:514 872-4321 Email: [email protected] The Montréal Biodôme offers a close encounter with its four Ecosystems of the Americas, where over 4,800 animals from 230 different species and 750 plant types coexist under the same roof. Experienced nature interpreters accompany guests on a trip that begins in the lush Tropical Rainforest, after which they travel to observe lynx, beavers, and otters in the Laurentian Maple Forest. The next stage allows visitors to appreciate the numerous birds and rich underwater fauna inhabiting the Gulf of St. Lawrence, and the voyage concludes with the penguins and auks in the Sub-Antarctic Islands. A visit to the Montréal Biodôme is a unique experience. Biosphère, Environment Museum F U 160 Tour-de-l’Isle Road, Île Sainte-Hélène Parc Jean-Drapeau 514 283-5000 Ç Jean-Drapeau www.ec.gc.ca/biosphere Géraldine Duvernay Tel.:514 496-8296 Email: [email protected] An architectural masterpiece from Expo 67, Biosphère, Environment Museum is a great venue for information, awareness and education on the major environmental issues related to water, air, climatic changes, sustainable development and responsible consumption. As an environment museum, the Biosphère presents permanent and temporary exhibitions, events for the general public and guided activities that are as informative as they are entertaining. Group tours available; 25% off to green transportation users. Services • guided tour Ecomuseum Zoo U 21125 Sainte-Marie RoadHighway 40, exit 44 Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, West Island 514 457-9449 www.zooenville.ca David Ledoyen Tel.:514 283-2282 Email: [email protected] The Ecomuseum Zoo offers an intimate glimpses into the lives of more than 115 species of live animals native to Québec’s St. Lawrence Valley. Only 30 minutes from downtown Montréal, this magnificent site gives visitors the opportunity to embark on a nature adventure, all year round! Services • guided tour Montréal Botanical Garden – Space for Life F U 4101 Sherbrooke Street East Hochelaga-Maisonneuve 514 872-1400 Ç Pie-IX www.espacepourlavie.ca/en Albane Le Nay Tel.:514 872-4321 Email: [email protected] A popular oasis in the heart of the city, the Montréal Botanical Garden is recognized as one of the world’s largest and finest. Its extensive collection of 22,000 plant species and cultivars, 10 exhibition greenhouses, Tree House and some thirty thematic gardens make it an exceptionally beautiful attraction. Its cultural gardens invite visitors on a trip around the world, from China to Japan, to the world of the First Nations. For solitary meditation, a lovers’ tryst, a guided tour, a family rally... there’s no end of ways to enjoy the Garden’s charms. Services • guided tour 24 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide tourist attractions Montréal Science Centre F U 2 de la Commune Street West Old Montréal and Old Port 514 496-4724 Ç Place-d’Armes www.montrealsciencecentre.com Julie Bombardier Tel.:514 697-6210 Email: [email protected] Let science surprise you when you visit four permanent exhibitions as well as the blockbuster show of the season. Astounding, funny, and surprising, the exhibitions at the Montréal Science Centre open the doors to exploring, learning, and understanding a range of topics related to science and technology. Services • guided tour Redpath Museum, McGill University 859 Sherbrooke Street West Downtown 514 398-4094 Ç McGill www.mcgill.ca/redpath Sarah Pimpaneau Tel.:514 398-4086 00549 Email: [email protected] This museum of natural history presents its permanent exhibit: History and Diversity of Québec, including fossils, minerals and zoological specimens. World cultures exhibits focus on Egypt, Africa, and Oceania. Highlights include dinosaurs and mummies. Services • guided tour Rio Tinto Alcan Planetarium – Space for Life G U 4801 Pierre-De Coubertin Avenue Parking: 3200 Viau Street Hochelaga-Maisonneuve 514 872-4530 Ç Viau www.espacepourlavie.ca/en The new star of the Space for Life offers an innovative and unprecedented approach to astronomy in a spectacular and eco-friendly setting. Utilizing cutting-edge equipment, the Rio Tinto Alcan Planetarium presents a unique visitor experience, linking earth and beyond through science, art and poetry. Saint-Michel Environmental Complex U 2345 Jarry Street East North End 514 376-8648 Ç Jarry, bus 193 East www.tohu.ca This complex is located on an old quarry that served as a landfill site. You’ll be welcomed at TOHU, a construction that won Canada Gold LEED certification, in an ambiance that combines the arts with environmental concerns. Among other things, you will learn how biogases from garbage are transformed into electricity and how recycled materials are processed. Services • guided tour 25 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide tourist attractions Churches Christ Church Cathedral U 635 Sainte-Catherine Street West Downtown 514 843-6577 Ç McGill www.montrealcathedral.ca Paul Kennington Tel.:514 843-6577 237 Email: [email protected] A fine example of neo-Gothic architecture, Christ Church Cathedral was built between 1857 and 1859. It now stands over an underground shopping centre, while a postmodern tower designed to suggest the features of a cathedral stands behind it. The Square between the Cathedral and the office tower is dedicated to Raoul Wallenberg, Hero of Humanity, who saved thousands of Jews from concentration camps during World War II. Mary Queen of the World Cathedral Corner of René-Lévesque Blvd. and Mansfield Street Downtown 514 866-1661 Ç Bonaventure www.cathedralecatholiquedemontreal.org Catherine Enright Tel.:514 866-1661 Email: [email protected] Inspired by St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome, this Catholic cathedral was built at the end of the 19th century in the heart of what was then the city’s Anglo-Protestant sector. Inside, a superb gilded neo-baroque baldachin overlooks the altar. In the transept, paintings by Georges Delfosse illustrate the historic beginnings of Montréal. Services • guided tour Notre-Dame Basilica of Montréal G 110 Notre-Dame Street West Old Montréal and Old Port 514 842-2925 Ç Place-d’Armes www.notredamebasilica.ca Mireille Desrochers Tel.:514 842-2925 259 Email: [email protected] A masterpiece of Gothic Revival architecture, Notre-Dame Basilica was built between 1824 and 1829. The magnificent interior in wood and the boldly modern design of the Notre-Dame-du-Sacré-Coeur Chapel, captivate hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. Paintings, sculptures and stained-glass windows illustrate biblical passages as well as 350 years of parish history. In the evening a sound and light show presents the founding of Montréal and the Notre-Dame Basilica. Services • guided tour Saint Joseph’s Oratory of Mount Royal F U 3800 Queen-Mary Road Mount Royal and Outremont 514 733-8211 Ç Côte-des-Neiges www.saint-joseph.org Saint Joseph’s Oratory, perched atop Mount Royal, is one of the world’s most visited centres of pilgrimage. The basilica’s huge dome reaches 97 meters and is second only in height to Saint Peter’s Basilica in Rome. The imposing edifice contrasts sharply with the slight stature of its founder, Saint Brother André, the humble doorkeeper who inspired its construction in 1904. Dedicated to Saint Joseph, the shrine includes among other things, the small original chapel, a votive chapel, a crypt church, and the Basilica which can accommodate over 2,200 people. The votive chapel contains personal items (called ex-votos) left behind by thankful pilgrims in memory of a claimed healing. Its magnificent organs and its carillon composed of 56 bells give audible testament to the world’s great composers. Services • guided tour 26 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide tourist attractions Multi-recreational sites Granby Zoo F U 525 Saint-Hubert StreetHighway 10, exit 68 or 74 Granby Eastern Townships 450 372-9113 www.zoodegranby.com Jo-Ann Robichaud Tel.:450 372-9113 2104 Email: [email protected] Granby Zoo is the most significant zoological garden in Québec, with trails allowing visitors to observe over 1,000 animals from about 200 exotic species, including elephants, giraffes, gorillas, and tigers. Curious humans can attend 20 or so presentations by zookeepers and educators, while the bravest can confront the stormy waves left behind by the god Hurakan at the Amazoo Yoplait Waterpark. Access to the Waterpark and the amusement rides within the zoo is included in the entry fee. Lachine Canal National Historic Site of Canada G Pôle des Rapides and Griffintown 514 283-6054 Ç Charlevoix www.pc.gc.ca/canallachine The Lachine Canal National Historic Site dates back to 1825 and features a 14-kilometre (8.7-mile) bicycle and pedestrian pathway and a permanent exhibition about the area at the Lachine Lock Visitor Service Centre (500 Des Iroquois Road). Two podcast tours are also available-Wave, which allows visitors to download an MP3 program offering sound, music, and narration of the canal’s history, and Explora, six GPS-based tours presented via mini mobile devices loaned by Parks Canada. Services • guided tour Montréal Tower / Olympic Park G U 4141 Pierre-De Coubertin Avenue Parking: 3200 Viau Street Hochelaga-Maisonneuve 514 252-4737 Ç Viau www.parcolympique.qc.ca Built to welcome the 1976 Olympic Games, the Olympic Park has become the international symbol of the city of Montréal. The funicular takes you to the top of the Montréal Tower, where you can admire the city and its surroundings. The Olympic Stadium can also be toured in the company of a guide who will reveal all the big and small historical secrets of this masterpiece of modern architecture. The Sports Centre at the foot of the Tower is home to seven aquatic pools and a multi-sport facility. The Esplanade Financière Sun Life, located at the foot of the Stadium, offers a vibrant outdoor program focused on culture, physical activity, and sustainable development. Services • guided tour Old Port of Montréal F U de la Commune Street, between the St. Lawrence River and Old Montréal Old Montréal and Old Port 514 496-7678 Ç Place-d’Armes www.oldportofmontreal.com The Old Port is the perfect place for dining, people watching, relaxing, shopping, and enjoying sunny days at the Clock Tower Beach. Paddleboats, quadricycles, and a guided historical tour help you see the city from a new perspective, while several cruises and excursions offer maritime activities, at full speed or nice and easy with a gourmet meal. The area is also home to the Montréal Science Centre and the IMAX (R) TELUS, where you can have fun learning more about the world. In winter, the area is enlivened by exciting events like TELUS Fire on Ice and Igloofest, as well as a large outdoor skating rink and a host of other activities. Services • guided tour 27 2013 school group guide activities | entertainment Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide activities | entertainment Educational and cultural activities Biodôme de Montréal – Space for Life F U 4777 Pierre-De Coubertin Avenue Parking: 3000 Viau Street Hochelaga-Maisonneuve 514 868-3000 Ç Viau www.espacepourlavie.ca/en Albane Le Nay Tel.: 514 872-4321 Email: [email protected] The Montréal Biodôme offers a close encounter with its four Ecosystems of the Americas, where over 4,800 animals from 230 different species and 750 plant types coexist under the same roof. Experienced nature interpreters accompany guests on a trip that begins in the lush Tropical Rainforest, after which they travel to observe lynx, beavers, and otters in the Laurentian Maple Forest. The next stage allows visitors to appreciate the numerous birds and rich underwater fauna inhabiting the Gulf of St. Lawrence, and the voyage concludes with the penguins and auks in the Sub-Antarctic Islands. A visit to the Montréal Biodôme is a unique experience. Services • shop • restaurant on site Canadian Centre for Architecture G 1920 Baile Street Downtown 514 939-7026 Ç Guy-Concordia www.cca.qc.ca Émile Thomas Tel.: 514 939-7001 2624 Email: [email protected] The Canadian Centre for Architecture is an international research centre and museum recognized for the richness of its collections and the quality of its exhibitions. The CCA has received numerous awards for the design of its building, which includes the Shaughnessy House, one of the rare 19th-century Montréal houses open to the public. The sculpture garden reflects the history of architecture as well as the city that surrounds the site. In addition to exhibitions, the CCA organizes a wide variety of activities: guided tours of the building, the garden or the current exhibitions, films, lectures and workshops. Services • guided tour Canadian Maple Delights U 84 Saint-Paul Street East Old Montréal and Old Port 514 765-3456 Ç Place-d’Armes www.mapledelights.com Alain Bergeron Tel.: 514 765-3456 224 Email: [email protected] Founded in 2007, the museum at Canadian Maple Delights is open all year long and showcases the history of maple products through information panels and artifacts, some of which date from the 1600s. Unique in Montréal, the museum offers free tastings of maple products. Services • shop • restaurant on site 31 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide activities | entertainment Centaur Theatre Company G 453 Saint-François-Xavier Street Old Montréal and Old Port 514 288-3161 Ç Place-d’Armes www.centaurtheatre.com Home of the former Montréal Stock Exchange, Centaur is Québec’s premier English-language theatre company. Founded in 1969 by Maurice Podbrey and Herbert C. Auerbach, Centaur presents a six play line-up ranging from contemporary Canadian dramas and Broadway hits, to international talent. Centaur has two theatres with numbered seating. Centre d’histoire de Montréal F 335 Place d’Youville Old Montréal and Old Port 514 872-3207 Ç Square-Victoria www.ville.montreal.qc.ca/chm The Centre d’histoire de Montréal hands you the key to Montréal’s multiple identities. With three floors and as many exhibitions, you’ll live or re-live the rich and eventful history of our metropolis through sound environments, spectacular images, visual effects, personal testimonies and intriguing artefacts. Château Ramezay – Historic Site and Museum of Montréal G 280 Notre-Dame Street East Old Montréal and Old Port 514 861-3708 Ç Champ-de-Mars www.chateauramezay.qc.ca Louise Brazeau Tel.: 514 861-3708 225 Email: [email protected] A prestigious residence from the 18th century, the Château Ramezay is Montréal’s portal to its past and the first building in Québec classified as an historic monument. The Château invites you to relive more than 500 years of history, from the pre-contact Amerindian era to the 20th century. A must-see attraction in Old Montréal, the Château exhibits its collections in a variety of ways, intermingled with multimedia portrayals of historical figures recounting, in six languages, highlights of their lives at the manor. The site includes the Governor’s Garden, a typically delightful 18th century urban retreat. Services • shop • restaurant on site • guided tour Écomusée du fier monde G 2050 Amherst Street The Village 514 528-8444 Ç Sherbrooke www.ecomusee.qc.ca Chloé Guillaume Tel.: 514 528-8444 Email: [email protected] The Écomusée du fier monde invites guests to travel through time to the Industrial Revolution! A museum both of history and society, the Écomusée encourages an exploration of industry throughout the years and promotes reflection upon key community issues. The museum makes it home in the old Généreux public bath, a magnificent example of architecture from the 1920s. Services • guided tour 32 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide activities | entertainment Ecomuseum Zoo U 21125 Sainte-Marie RoadHighway 40, exit 44 Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue West Island 514 457-9449 www.zooenville.ca David Rodrigue Tel.: 514 457-9449 105 Email: [email protected] The Ecomuseum Zoo offers an intimate glimpses into the lives of more than 115 species of live animals native to Québec’s St. Lawrence Valley. Only 30 minutes from downtown Montréal, this magnificent site gives visitors the opportunity to embark on a nature adventure, all year round! Services • bird-watching • shop • guided tour Granby Zoo F U 525 Saint-Hubert Street Highway 10, exit 68 or 74, Granby Eastern Townships 450 372-9113 www.zoodegranby.com Jo-Ann Robichaud Tel.: 450 372-9113 2104 Email: [email protected] Granby Zoo is the most significant zoological garden in Québec, with trails allowing visitors to observe over 1,000 animals from about 200 exotic species, including elephants, giraffes, gorillas, and tigers. Curious humans can attend 20 or so presentations by zookeepers and educators, while the bravest can confront the stormy waves left behind by the god Hurakan at the Amazoo Yoplait Waterpark. Access to the Waterpark and the amusement rides within the zoo is included in the entry fee. Services • shop • restaurant on site Grévin Museum 705 Sainte-Catherine Street WestEaton Centre: 5th floor Downtown 514 788-5210 Ç McGill www.grevin-montreal.com The Grévin Museum, located on the fifth floor of the Montréal Eaton Centre on Sainte-Catherine Street, displays over 120 wax figures of personalities. This brand-new offshoot of wax-rendered famous faces like Obama, Einstein, Justin Bieber, Michael Jackson, world leaders, sports gods and more, welcomes visitors around the world. Take part in a virtual wax figure-making workshop and enjoy the immersive scenography by Montréal’s Moment Factory. Services • shop • restaurant on site • guided tour La TOHU U 2345 Jarry Street East North End 514 376-8648 Ç Jarry, bus 193 East www.tohu.ca TOHU functions as a creative and performance centre for the circus arts. Its varied program includes circus shows presented in a specially-designed circular room, exhibitions on the history of circus, events with an environmental theme, community activities and celebrations as well as guided visits. Services • shop • restaurant on site • guided tour 33 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide activities | entertainment McCord Museum F 690 Sherbrooke Street West Downtown 514 398-7100 Ç McGill www.mccord-museum.qc.ca Linda St-Pierre Tel.: 514 398-7100 222 Email: [email protected] The McCord Museum is one of the most important historical museums in Canada. It celebrates Montréal life past and present-its people, its artisans, its communities, its metropolitan area. Through a contemporary approach, the Museum presents exciting exhibitions that appeal to people from here and elsewhere. It also offers educational and cultural activities and innovative Internet projects. Services • shop • restaurant on site • guided tour Montréal Botanical Garden – Space for Life F U 4101 Sherbrooke Street East Hochelaga-Maisonneuve 514 872-1400 Ç Pie-IX www.espacepourlavie.ca/en Albane Le Nay Tel.: 514 872-4321 Email: [email protected] A popular oasis in the heart of the city, the Montréal Botanical Garden is recognized as one of the world’s largest and finest. Its extensive collection of 22,000 plant species and cultivars, 10 exhibition greenhouses, Tree House and some thirty thematic gardens make it an exceptionally beautiful attraction. Its cultural gardens invite visitors on a trip around the world, from China to Japan, to the world of the First Nations. For solitary meditation, a lovers’ tryst, a guided tour, a family rally... there’s no end of ways to enjoy the Garden’s charms. Services • • • nature walks hicking bird-watching • • cross-country skiing shop • • restaurant on site guided tour Montréal Insectarium – Space for Life F U 4581 Sherbrooke Street East Hochelaga-Maisonneuve 514 872-1400 Ç Pie-IX www.espacepourlavie.ca/en Albane Le Nay Tel.: 514 872-4321 Email: [email protected] The Montréal Insectarium is the leading museum devoted to insects in North America. One of children’s favorite museums, it is home to some 160,000 living and naturalized insect specimens, an ant farm, a bumblebee hive, a honeybee hive and many other spellbinding vivariums. In this fascinating and too often misunderstood world, enthusiastic entomologists/nature interpreters teach visitors about the amazing diversity of «nature’s champions». Services • shop • restaurant on site 34 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide activities | entertainment Montréal Science Centre F U 2 de la Commune Street West Old Montréal and Old Port 514 496-4724 Ç Place-d’Armes www.montrealsciencecentre.com Julie La Roche Tel.: 514 283-7694 Email: [email protected] Let science surprise you when you visit four permanent exhibitions as well as the blockbuster show of the season. Astounding, funny, and surprising, the exhibitions at the Montréal Science Centre open the doors to exploring, learning, and understanding a range of topics related to science and technology. Services • shop • restaurant on site • guided tour Pointe-à-Callière, Montréal Museum of Archaeology and History G U 350 Place Royale Old Montréal and Old Port 514 872-9150 Ç Place-d’Armes www.pacmuseum.qc.ca Sonie Vilfort Tel.: 514 872-9127 Email: [email protected] Pointe-à-Callière is a national historic site rising above the actual remains of the city’s birthplace. It takes visitors on an authentic archaeological tour from the 14th century, when Natives camped on the site, right up to the present. They’ll see Native artefacts, the city’s first Catholic cemetery, its first marketplace, and lots more. Cuttingedge technology and a multimedia show bring Montréal’s past to life in a whole new light. The Museum’s contemporary building is linked by an underground passage to the Ancienne Douane, Montréal’s first Custom House, leading through an archaeological crypt safeguarding more than six centuries of history, beneath the raised portion of Place Royale. Services • shop • restaurant on site • guided tour Quartier des spectacles Bordered by René-Lévesque, Sherbrooke, City Councillors and St-Hubert Sts. Downtown Ç Place-des-Arts www.quartierdesspectacles.com Antoine Leduc Tel.: 514 879-0009 221 Email: [email protected] Located in the heart of downtown, Quartier des spectacles is Montréal’s cultural heart. Within one square kilometre, there are more than 80 cultural venues offering an exceptionally diverse array of activities: festivals, movies, plays, dance performances, art exhibitions, technological art displays, music concerts, operas, comedy shows. It’s a constantly evolving destination that literally lights up the night thanks to an innovative lighting plan. Big red dots lead the way. In addition, right in its centre, the Quartier features La Vitrine, a box office which showcases the full range of Greater Montréal’s cultural scene. In association with the cultural industry, La Vitrine provides information and tickets for Montréal’s cultural events on location and online. Rio Tinto Alcan Planetarium – Space for Life G U 4801 Pierre-De Coubertin Avenue Parking: 3200 Viau Street Hochelaga-Maisonneuve 514 872-4530 Ç Viau www.espacepourlavie.ca/en The new star of the Space for Life offers an innovative and unprecedented approach to astronomy in a spectacular and eco-friendly setting. Utilizing cutting-edge equipment, the Rio Tinto Alcan Planetarium presents a unique visitor experience, linking earth and beyond through science, art and poetry. Services • shop 35 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide activities | entertainment Stewart Museum F U 20 Tour-de-l’Isle Road Parc Jean-Drapeau 514 861-6701 Ç Jean-Drapeau www.stewart-museum.org Nicole Gilbert Tel.: 514 861-6703 233 Email: [email protected] The Stewart Museum, located in the heart of a natural location unique in an urban environment, celebrates the influence of European civilization in New France and North America. Ivory, faience, brocade, silver, parchment... all these materials hand crafted by masters weave a time line where five centuries of political events, scientific experiments and cultural life unfold. The Museum occupies the British fortified depot on Île Sainte-Hélène, a 19th century military construction. Both historic and modern, the site features a glass tower offering a remarkable view of Montreal. Services • guided tour The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts F 1380 Sherbrooke Street West Downtown 514 285-2000 Ç Guy-Concordia www.mmfa.qc.ca Every year, MMFA visitors enjoy free admission to its comprehensive collections and unique temporary exhibitions, as well as educational, cultural, and community programs. The year 2011 marked the opening of the Claire and Marc Bourgie Pavilion, devoted to Québec and Canadian art, and the Bourgie room, a concert hall incorporating a rare collection of Tiffany stained glass. With its other pavilions dedicated to world cultures, ancient and contemporary European art, decorative arts, and design, the MMFA also now integrates music into the appreciation of the visual arts. A pavilion committed to ancient masters will open its doors by 2017. Services • shop • restaurant on site • guided tour The Segal Centre for Performing Arts F U 5170 de la Côte-Sainte-Catherine Road Mount Royal and Outremont 514 739-2301 Ç Côte-Sainte-Catherine www.segalcentre.org Kayla Elman Tel.: 514 739-2301 8350 Email: [email protected] The Segal Centre for Performing Arts is one of Montreal’s premiere, multidisciplinary arts institutions. It houses the award-winning Segal Theatre, the Academy of Performing Arts, CinemaSpace, Studio and the world renowned Dora Wasserman Yiddish Theatre. Services • restaurant on site • guided tour 36 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide activities | entertainment Sports and Leisure Arbraska, la Forêt des Aventures U 85 Bourget Road, Rigaud Montérégie 514 369-8242 www.arbraska.com Isabelle Payer Tel.: 450 834-5500 221 Email: [email protected] Kids and families will enjoy a stroll up the trees of Arbraska Rawdon, Rigaud or St-Grégoire. Rope bridges, Tarzan cords, zip lines; hundreds of safe and ecological activities await the more daring for a challenging expedition or a moment of escape and relaxation. Services · restaurant on site Atrium Le 1000 1000 De La Gauchetière Street West Downtown 514 395-0555 Ç Bonaventure www.le1000.com Ann Cooper Tel.: 514 395-4803 Email: [email protected] Located in the prestigious office building Le 1000 De La Gauchetière, this indoor skating rink welcomes skaters all year round. Equipment rentals and snack counters. Services • ice skating • equipment rental • restaurant on site Ecorecreo U Old Port of Montréal de la Commune Street Old Montréal and Old Port 514 465-0594 Ç Place-d’Armes www.ecorecreo.ca Écorécréo offers various activities at different sites. At the Old Port, it rents out quadricycles and pedalos. At Peel Street, it focuses on urban bike rentals. At the Olympic Park, it rents out quadricycles and Segways, and even sells Bilboquet ice cream! In the summer at Parc Jean-Drapeau, services include the sale, rental, and reparation of the following: electric bikes, Vanmoof bicycles, Segways, four-wheel scooters, tires, strollers, and accessories. This site also provides a changing room, self-service workshops, and guided Segway tours. On the winter programme here are ice skates, sleds, skis, snow scooters, accessories, and more. Services • • • • pedalo bicycle Path bicycle nature walks • • • • ice skating cross-country skiing snowshoeing tobogganing • • • • shop equipment rental restaurant on site guided tour 37 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide activities | entertainment Fishing Old Montreal Jacques-Cartier Pier Old Montréal and Old Port 514 707-7773 Ç Champ-de-Mars www.fishingom.com With guides possessing over 20 years of experience, guests can acquire valuable fishing knowledge and techniques while discovering the beauty of the St. Lawrence River and its tributaries. During winter, the company offers ice fishing experiences with heated shelters and all the material necessary for the occasion. Founded in 2012, this fishing service is the first of its kind in Old Montréal, offering a guaranteed fish catch and a unique way to view the city. Services • fishing • ice fishing H2O Adventures 2985 B Saint-Patrick Street Pôle des Rapides and Griffintown 514 842-1306 Ç Charlevoix www.h2oadventures.com Marc Merulla Tel.: 514 907-2823 Email: [email protected] H2O Adventures offers kayak, peddle-boat or eco-friendly electric boat rentals that enable visitors to admire the city from the historic Lachine Canal. Services • • pedalo canoeing / kayaking • • bicycle Path shop • • equipment rental restaurant on site Horizon Roc Climbing Centre G U 2350 Dickson Street Hochelaga-Maisonneuve 514 899-5000 Ç Assomption www.horizonroc.com At the Horizon Roc Climbing Centre, one of the biggest of its kind in the world, guests can enjoy climbing activities as well as the escapades of the Acro-Parc, an aerial roping circuit with a zip-line and challenging obstacles. In total, more than 2,500 square meters of unique climbing surface is available to satisfy both beginners and experienced adventurers. On the programme: trials, free climbing, parties, and classes for adults and children (from five years). Horizon Roc offers professional service and fun for the whole family in an exceptional atmosphere. Services • climbing • via ferrata • equipment rental Jet Boating and Rafting the Lachine Rapids U Clock Tower Pier Old Montréal and Old Port 514 284-9607 Ç Champ-de-Mars www.jetboatingmontreal.com Elena Magni Tel.: 514 284-9607 Email: [email protected] Saute-Moutons offers jet boaters of all ages the chance to ride Lachine’s mighty and historic rapids. Powerful jet boats give you a fresh new take on the St. Lawrence River. Speedboating: hop aboard for a wild ride on a high-speed boat capable of spinning 360s out on the frothy waters. Services • rafting • shop • guided tour 38 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide activities | entertainment KSF 7770 Lasalle Blvd. Pôle des Rapides and Griffintown 514 595-7873 Ç De l’Église, bus 58 West www.ksf.ca KSF is a one-of-a-kind water sports centre in Montréal. Located 15 minutes from downtown in the heart of the Parc des Rapides de Lachine (Lachine Rapids Park), the centre offers courses, equipment rental, and discovery outings via kayak, river surfing, and Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP), a sport that unites surfing and paddling. Services • • canoeing / kayaking hicking • • shop equipment rental • • restaurant on site guided tour Montréal On Wheels 27 de la Commune Street East Old Montréal and Old Port 514 866-0633 Ç Place-d’Armes www.caroulemontreal.com André Giroux Tel.: 514 866-0633 Email: [email protected] Montréal on Wheels is Montréal’s largest bicycle touring and rental centre. More than 150 bikes are available, and patrons can take advantage of riding in the company of experienced tourist guides. The centre also sells bicycles and offers repair services. Services • • in-line skating bicycle • • shop equipment rental • guided tour Les amis de la montagne Maison Smith:1260 Chemin Remembrance Mount Royal and Outremont 514 843-8240 Ç Mont-Royal, bus 11 West www.lemontroyal.qc.ca Les amis de la montagne’s «three summit» guided walking tour is their most popular and longest-running tour. Visitors get a chance to discover the historic and natural heritage of Mount Royal and the many viewpoints from the mountain’s three summits. It’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy the spring flora or the autumn colours on the mountain. Services • • • • boutique bird-watching ice-skating pedalo • • • • nature walks hiking snowshoeing restaurant on site • • • • cross-country skiing toboggan bicycle guided tour 39 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide activities | entertainment My bicyclette U 2985 C Saint Patrick Street Pôle des Rapides and Griffintown 514 317-6306 Ç Lionel-Groulx www.mybicyclette.com Stephanie Thompson Tel.: 514 317-6306 Email: [email protected] The team of MyBicyclette.com is made up of professional guides who share their passion for Montreal and the richness of discovery that cycling can provide. Located near the Atwater Market on the cycling track of the Lachine Canal, the company offers guided city tours as well as bike rental for all ages, on-site bicycle repairs and offers an array of bike accessories and refreshments. Services • bicycle • equipment rental • guided tour • shop Parc Jean-Drapeau U Parc Jean-Drapeau 514 872-6120 Ç Jean-Drapeau www.parcjeandrapeau.com François Cartier Tel.: 514 872-7318 Email: [email protected] Spanning two islands, Île Sainte-Hélène and Île Notre-Dame, in the middle of the St. Lawrence River between Montréal and the South Shore, the Parc Jean-Drapeau is home to a multitude of facilities and recreational opportunities that host a variety of festivals and events all year long. Île Sainte-Hélène is home to the ever-popular La Ronde amusement park and two museums: the Biosphere’s Environment Museum and the Stewart Museum. A network of multi-disciplinary paths wind their way through this lush natural park, accentuated by some dozen public artworks along the way. The island welcomes large outdoor concerts in the summer as well as major events in the winter, including the Fête des neiges. Meanwhile, Île Notre-Dame is a favourite destination for cycling or in-line skating enthusiasts thanks to its 25-km network of paved trails. It’s also the meeting place for car racing fans who come in droves to attend the F1 Grand Prix du Canada on the Gilles-Villeneuve track. The superb Floralies gardens in all their splendour hold a special treat for horticulturalists, nature lovers and passers-by. Services • • • • • • beach and swimming pedalo canoeing / kayaking in-line skating bicycle Path bicycle • • • • • • nature walks hicking climbing bird-watching ice skating cross-country skiing • • • • snowshoeing tobogganing equipment rental restaurant on site Rafting - Jet Boating Montreal U 8912 LaSalle Blvd. Pôle des Rapides and Griffintown 514 767-2230 Ç Angrignon, bus 110 www.raftingmontreal.com Marc Des Groseilliers Tel.: 514 767-2230 Email: [email protected] A guaranteed fun filled adventure awaits groups of all ages with Les Excursions Rapides de Lachine. A few minutes from downtown Montréal, discover the famous Lachine Rapids by Raft or Hydro Jet (jet boating). Free parking onsite and shuttle service available for groups from the Montréal’s Infotouriste centre. Reservations necessary. Services • rafting • shop • guided tour 40 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide activities | entertainment Site cavernicole de Saint-Léonard (Cave Site) Parc Pie-XII, Saint-Léonard East of the island 514 252-3323 www.speleo.qc.ca Hélène Dion Tel.: 514 252-3006 Email: [email protected] Underground natural cave dating back 10,000 to 20,000 years. Guided visit includes a slide show and exploration of the cave. Requires reservations with the Société québécoise de spéléologie. Services • spelunking • guided tour Entertainment Cinéma IMAX®TELUS Montréal Science Centre F U 2 de la Commune Street West Old Montréal and Old Port 514 496-4724 Ç Place-d’Armes www.MontrealScienceCentre.com Isabel Dansereau Tel.: 514 496-0878 Email: [email protected] The Montreal Science Centre IMAX(r)TELUS Theatre features the latest and best of the IMAX(r) film productions. Images of unparalleled quality are projected on a sevenstory screen. Services • shop • restaurant on site Cinémathèque québécoise G 335 De Maisonneuve Blvd. East Quartier latin 514 842-9763 Ç Berri-UQAM www.cinematheque.qc.ca Aymeric Blassiaux Tel.: 514 842-9763 253 Email: [email protected] Every year, the Cinémathèque québécoise projects more than 500 international films, television programs, and videos from all eras, while providing free access to its exhibitions. The Guy-L.-Coté Mediatheque is one of the most important cinema documentation centres in North America. Services • restaurant on site • guided tour 41 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide activities | entertainment Cosmodôme F U 2150 des Laurentides Highway, Laval Laval 450 978-3600 Ç Montmorency, bus 61 of the STL www.cosmodome.org Christel Mucci Tel.: 450 978-3600 3617 Email: [email protected] The Cosmodôme offers three virtual and interactive missions during which visitors become the heroes of a space adventure. In The Outer Limits of the Cosmos, the visitor discovers the mysteries and riches of the solar system from inside a spacecraft. In The Impossible Dream, the participant explores major technological breakthroughs in space travel through a journey back in time. Finally, Red Planet demonstrates the challenges posed by a trip to Mars. Meanwhile, the Space Camp offers young people and groups training similar to that of NASA astronauts (upon reservation only). Services • shop • guided tour DHC / Foundation for Contemporary Art 451 Saint-Jean Street Old Montréal and Old Port 514 849-3742 Ç Square-Victoria www.dhc-art.org Marie-Hélène Lemaire Tel.: 514 866-6767 4219 Email: [email protected] Housed in the heart of Old Montréal DHC / Art, is a permanent location for exciting and relevant contemporary art exhibitions. The foundation presents three to four exhibitions per year, as well as, a dynamic program of film screenings and talks, and an inclusive education and outreach program. Accessible and welcoming, with free admission and flexible opening hours, the foundation is a premier venue for contemporary art. Services • guided tour Ecomuseum Zoo U 21125 Sainte-Marie Road, Highway 40, Exit 44 Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue West Island 514 457-9449 www.zooenville.ca David Rodrigue Tel.: 514 457-9449 105 Email: [email protected] The Ecomuseum Zoo offers an intimate glimpses into the lives of more than 115 species of live animals native to Québec’s St. Lawrence Valley. Only 30 minutes from downtown Montréal, this magnificent site gives visitors the opportunity to embark on a nature adventure, all year round! Services • bird-watching • shop • guided tour Exporail / The Canadian Railway Museum G U 110 Saint-Pierre StreetHighway 15, exit 42 (route 132) Saint-Constant Montérégie 450 632-2410 Nadine Cloutier Tel.: 450 638-1522 223 Email: [email protected] www.exporail.org Exporail, The Canadian Railway Museum, features a collection of more than 160 cars, including 44 showcased in the Angus pavilion. The most important museum of its kind in Canada allows visitors to discover its immense site on an old-fashioned streetcar or take a ride on a miniature train. Services • shop • guided tour 42 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide activities | entertainment La Ronde (Member of the Six Flags Family) U Île Sainte-Hélène Parc Jean-Drapeau 514 397-2000 Ç Jean-Drapeau, bus 167 www.laronde.com La Ronde offers more than 40 rides and attractions, dazzling shows, as well as entertainment. This large amusement park, located close to downtown, produces and presents L’International des Feux Loto-Québec présenté par TELUS, the annual Montréal International Fireworks Competition. La Ronde also presents its annual Halloween Fright Fest every weekend of October. Services • shop • restaurant on site Laser Quest 1226 Sainte-Catherine Street West Downtown 514 393-3000 Ç Peel www.laserquest.com Andres Rodriguez Tel.: 514 393-3000 Email: [email protected] This live action laser tag game takes place in a five-level maze, with music and fog. For all ages. Redpath Museum, McGill University 859 Sherbrooke Street West Downtown 514 398-4094 Ç McGill www.mcgill.ca/redpath Sarah Pimpaneau Tel.: 514 398-4086 00549 Email: [email protected] This museum of natural history presents its permanent exhibit: History and Diversity of Québec, including fossils, minerals and zoological specimens. World cultures exhibits focus on Egypt, Africa, and Oceania. Highlights include dinosaurs and mummies. Services • guided tour 43 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide activities | entertainment Workshops Académie Culinaire 360 du Champ-de-Mars Street Old Montréal and Old Port 514 393-8111 Ç Champ-de-Mars www.academieculinaire.com Since 1995, the Académie Culinaire has been offering a wide range of cooking courses for beginners to seasoned cooks. An ideal spot for culinary training or a team-building activity, the centre can host groups from 8 to 120 who enjoy ultramodern kitchens and guidance from renowned professional chefs. Ateliers et Saveurs 444 Saint-François Xavier Street Old Montréal and Old Port 514 849-2866 Ç Place-d’Armes www.ateliersetsaveurs.com Located in the heart of Old Montréal, Ateliers & Saveurs is a unique school offering cooking classes, bartending and cocktail workshops and wine tasting sessions. Ideal for groups looking for unusual and fun activities, Ateliers & Saveurs welcomes groups from 10 people up to 125. 44 2013 school group guide CHARTERED BUS SERVICES Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide CHARTERED BUS SERVICES Autobus Galland 450 687-8666 www.galland-bus.com Since 1941, Autobus Galland has been travelling the roads of Québec, Ontario and the United States. In addition to its solid expertise, the company offers several tailormade services such as transportation for school children, groups and business clients. Adapted transport is also offered. Autocars Skyport 514 631-1155 www.skyportinternational.com John Calce Tel.: 514 631-1155 304 Email: [email protected] Skyport operates an exclusive shuttle service from the Montreal-Trudeau Airport to Mont-Tremblant. Private services are also available year round. Bell-Horizon Group 819 378-9290 www.bell-horizon.com Proud of its reputation and courteous, professional customer service, the Bell-Horizon Group offers luxury bus transportation, with space for 21 to 56 passengers, and Wi-Fi Grand Luxe 5-star coaches. Rates are hourly or daily depending on the destination. The Bell-Horizon Group holds the seal of approval, Qualité certifiée, from the Ministère du Tourisme of Québec, and provides complete management and logistic solutions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Coach Canada / Gray Line of Montréal Infotouriste Centre 1255 Peel Street, suite 100 Downtown 514 934-1222 Ç Peel www.coachcanada.com Coach Canada/ Gray Line of Montréal offers individuals and groups sightseeing tours conducted by accredited guides of Montréal, Québec City, the Laurentians, Mont Tremblant, Ottawa and other destinations. Tours leave from Centre Infotouriste (1255 Peel Street). Excel-Tours 514 990-7012 www.excellencecharter.com Claudia Boissonneault Tel.: 418 835-3336 Email: [email protected] Excel-Tours features private chartered vehicles (1- to 56-passenger capacity) with bilingual drivers who provide airport shuttle service and city tours. Orléans Express Motorcoaches Montréal Central Station Bus Terminal, 1717 Berri Street Quartier latin 514 842-2281 Ç Berri-UQAM www.orleansexpress.com Manon Leduc Tel.: 450 968-2450 2261 Email: [email protected] Orléans Express Motorcoaches is Québec’s main bus carrier, with an intercity network covering Montréal, Québec City, Mauricie, Centre-du-Québec, Bas-Saint-Laurent, and Gaspésie. 47 2013 school group guide Educational institutions Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide educational institutes GEOS Language Academy Montréal 1350 Sherbrooke Street West, suite 800 Downtown 514 847-0841 Ç Peel Bilaal Ameer Tel.: 514 847-0841 Email: [email protected] The GEOS Language Academy in Montréal, certified by both Languages Canada and Emploi Québec, offers part-time, full-time, and intensive English and French courses for students (local and international) and corporate clients. Located in the heart of downtown, the school provides group and private lessons in both languages and offers test (TOEFL, IELTS, DELF, TFI, and more) preparation programs, academic writing classes, as well as foreign language (including Japanese) training. Services include accommodation placement (homestay, student residence, or furnished apartment) and assistance with visa applications. Language Studies Canada – EC Montréal 1610 Sainte-Catherine Street West, suite 401 Downtown 514 939-9911 Ç Guy-Concordia www.ecenglish.com Elisa Gazzola Tel.: 514 939-9911 Email: [email protected] LSC Montreal is the oldest private language school in Canada and has been teaching English and French (as a second language) since 1962. Students receive high-quality instruction from dedicated university trained teachers. LSC also offers different types of accommodation (homestay, apartment hotel, residence) as well as an activity program, all as part of a true immersion experience. LaSalle College 2000 Sainte-Catherine Street West Downtown 514 939-2006 Ç Atwater www.clasalle.com Private bilingual collegial level institution. Three year professional diploma of collegial studies (D.C.S.) programs in hotel management, food service and tourism techniques and/or courses in continuing education leading to an attestation of collegial studies (A.C.S.). McGill University’s School of Continuing Studies 688 Sherbrooke Street West, 11th floor Downtown Ç McGill www.mcgill.ca/conted/ In close association with other schools and faculties at McGill University, as well as with other professional and cultural communities, McGill’s School of Continuing Studies offers a diversity of challenging programs, in both English and French, for adults of varying backgrounds. Courses include university level language training based on innovative teaching methods. The School’s full-time, part-time, or customized programmes can provide a source of personal and cultural enrichment and lead to a diploma for career advancement. University of Quebec in Montreal - Language training courses 209 Sainte-Catherine Street East, local V-4105 Downtown 514 987-3000 Ç Berri-UQAM www.langues.immersion.uqam.ca/en Danielle Paquette Tel.: 514 987-3000 6736 Email: [email protected] UQAM offers you the opportunity to learn French or English for three weeks in July or August. Classes are given in the morning (49 hours program) or during daytime (69 hours program). Furthermore, business English program and French internships for teachers has been added in August. 51 2013 school group guide GUIDED TOURS Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide guided tours Bike tours Classic and customized tours agencies Fitz & Follwell 115 du Mont-Royal Avenue West Plateau Mont-Royal and Mile End 514 840-0739 Ç Mont-Royal, bus 97 or 11 www.fitzandfollwell.co Fitz and Follwell Co. offers a variety of Montréal tours throughout the year. In the summer, six biking tours are available, and in the winter, the company offers a walking tour of Mount Royal as well as a pedestrian circuit exploring the city’s underground network. All year-round, a gastronomic tour on foot explores the flavours of the different immigrant communities that settled along St-Laurent Boulevard, while another strolling excursion retraces the sites treasured by the much celebrated Montréal writer, Mordecai Richler. Montréal On Wheels 27 de la Commune Street East Old Montréal and Old Port 514 866-0633 Ç Place-d’Armes www.caroulemontreal.com André Giroux Tel.: 514 866-0633 Email: [email protected] Montréal on Wheels is Montréal’s largest bicycle touring and rental centre. More than 150 bikes are available, and patrons can take advantage of riding in the company of experienced tourist guides. The centre also sells bicycles and offers repair services. My bicyclette U 2985 C Saint Patrick Street Pôle des Rapides and Griffintown 514 317-6306 Ç Lionel-Groulx www.mybicyclette.com Stephanie Thompson Tel.: 514 317-6306 [email protected] The team of MyBicyclette.com is made up of professional guides who share their passion for Montreal and the richness of discovery that cycling can provide. Located near the Atwater Market on the cycling track of the Lachine Canal, the company offers guided city tours as well as bike rental for all ages, on-site bicycle repairs and offers an array of bike accessories and refreshments. Theme tours City Classic - Montréal on Wheels 27 de la Commune Street East Old Montréal and Old Port 514 866-6033 Ç Place-d’Armes www.caroulemontreal.com André Giroux Tel.: 514 866-0633 Email: [email protected] Feel the pulse of Québec’s largest city and discover its main attractions as well as some well-kept secrets. A tasting stop at St-Viateur Bagel provides participants with a sampling of the classic Montréal bagel. Also on the menu-scenic wonders and commentary on the history of Montréal’s architecture and life in its various neighbourhoods, including the Old Port, Old Montréal, the Quartier Latin, Parc La Fontaine, and the Plateau Mont-Royal. 55 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide guided tours City of Contrasts - Montréal on Wheels 27 de la Commune Street East Old Montréal and Old Port 514 866-6033 Ç Place-d’Armes www.caroulemontreal.com André Giroux Tel.: 514 866-0633 Email: [email protected] With Montréal on Wheels, cyclists can discover the many contrasts of the city, from the elegance of Westmount to the hip industrial feel of St. Henri and the Lachine Canal, not to mention a food tasting stop at the Atwater Market. Visit heritage sites and learn about the English, Scottish, and French communities that settled in the area. Vista Architecture - Montréal on Wheels 27 de la Commune Street East Old Montréal and Old Port 514 866-6033 Ç Place-d’Armes www.caroulemontreal.com André Giroux Tel.: 514 866-0633 Email: [email protected] Montréal on Wheels takes cyclists from Old Montréal across the St. Lawrence River to Parc Jean-Drapeau via the «estacade,» a structure built between 1964 and 1965 to control ice formation and movements. Participants see sites and architectural gems, including the Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve (Montréal’s own Formula 1 race track), Moshe Safdie’s Habitat 67, Buckminster Fuller’s Biosphère, and Alexander Calder’s stabile entitled, «Man.» Along the way, a tasting of maple products from Canadian Maple Delights sweetens the tour. Boat tours Classic and customized tours agencies Bateau-Mouche (cruises) at the Old Port of Montréal U Jacques-Cartier Pier Old Montréal and Old Port 514 849-9952 Ç Champ-de-mars www.bateaumouche.ca Stéphanie Morel Tel.: 514 849-9952 Email: [email protected] To witness the most beautiful panorama of Montréal, Le Bateau-Mouche offers three elegant spaces: the Chic Terrace, the Salon Prestige, and the Salle Panoramique. Enjoy the morning Sunrise Breakfast Cruise, or experience an equally pleasant excursion during the daytime. In the evening, Le Bateau-Mouche transforms to impress guests with its dinner cruise. Menus are created by the celebrity chef, Louis-François Marcotte, in collaboration with the caterers, La Brigade Volante, for a gourmet selection representing the joy and vitality of Montréal. Croisières AML Cruises King-Edward Pier Old Montréal and Old Port 514 842-3871 Ç Place-d’Armes Marie-Josée Picard Tel.: 514 842-9300 2226 Email: [email protected] www.croisieresaml.com Discover the best view of the city aboard the Cavalier Maxim, the only restaurant boat in Montréal and enjoy the boat’s terrace and dance floor with animation. Guided cruises, dinner cruises, brunches, special events and custom packages are available. 56 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide guided tours Theme tours Amphi Tours 3 de la Commune Street East Old Montréal and Old Port 514 849-5181 Ç Champ-de-Mars Florence Caron Tel.: 514 926-0828 Email: [email protected] www.montreal-amphibus-tour.com The one of a kind recreational vehicle «Amphibus» takes visitors through the streets of Old Montréal, onto a wonderful journey in the historical district. Then, the amphibious bus splashes into the water for a marvellous stroll on the St. Lawrence River which offers a superb view of the city. Day Tours - Bateau Mouche Jacques-Cartier Pier Old Montréal and Old Port Ç Champ-de-mars www.bateaumouche.ca/en/croisiere-excursion/ croisiere-excursion.php Stéphanie Morel Tel.: 514 849-9952 Email: [email protected] Whether it’s on the Chic Terrace, the open-deck Salon Prestige, or the air conditioned Salle Panoramique, guests will enjoy breathtaking views of Montréal and its surrounding islands. Evening Cruise - Croisières AML Cruises King-Edward Pier Old Montréal and Old Port Ç Place-d’Armes www.croisieresaml.com Marie-Josée Picard Tel.: 514 842-9300 2226 Email: [email protected] Enjoy the summer like never before on the biggest floating terrace in Montréal! The Cavalier Maxim is the perfect place from which to appreciate the city, the shores, and the Parc national des Îles-de-Boucherville. At dusk, the outdoor dance floor welcomes guests to sway under the stars. Evening cruises are four hours long, with a light snack offered free of charge. Fireworks Cruises - Croisières AML Cruises King-Edward Pier Old Montréal and Old Port Ç Place-d’Armes www.croisieresaml.com Marie-Josée Picard Tel.: 514 842-9300 2226 Email: [email protected] Take a front row seat in the heart of the St. Lawrence River and enjoy colourful fireworks against the Montréal skyline as they move in concert with a musical score that is simulcast aboard the ship. Cruises are 4 hours long, and the magical experience is offered in a variety of formats with a choice of light snacks, a 5-course buffet, or red carpet service. The Maritime Excursion - Croisières AML Cruises King-Edward Pier Old Montréal and Old Port Ç Place-d’Armes www.croisieresaml.com Marie-Josée Picard Tel.: 514 842-9300 2226 Email: [email protected] Embark upon the Cavalier Maxim and discover Montréal like never before. Relive a page of civic history with the famous explorer, Paul Chomedey de Maisonneuve, who will fascinate with anecdotes and heritage facts. Guests can also take advantage of sunny terraces while relaxing and admiring the city and its surroundings. 57 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide guided tours Walking tours Classic and customized tours agencies Fitz & Follwell 115 du Mont-Royal Avenue West Plateau Mont-Royal and Mile End 514 840-0739 Ç Mont-Royal, bus 97 or 11 www.fitzandfollwell.co Fitz and Follwell Co. offers a variety of Montréal tours throughout the year. In the summer, six biking tours are available, and in the winter, the company offers a walking tour of Mount Royal as well as a pedestrian circuit exploring the city’s underground network. All year-round, a gastronomic tour on foot explores the flavours of the different immigrant communities that settled along St-Laurent Boulevard, while another strolling excursion retraces the sites treasured by the much celebrated Montréal writer, Mordecai Richler. Guidatour 514 844-4021 www.guidatour.qc.ca Guidatour offers you the chance to explore on foot the best of downtown and Old Montréal. With experienced guides, walk through the heart of the city and its birthplace on three routes filled with history, architecture, and fascinating stories (guaranteed departures from May to October). Also, to discover Montréal and its surroundings, including Québec City and Ottawa, private guided tours are available in several languages throughout the year. Guidatour provides customized programs on the day and at the time of your choice. Local Montreal Tours 514 713-4762 www.localmontrealtours.com Local Montréal Tours offers local food and craft beer walking tours to the Jean-Talon Market and to the unique brewpubs of the city. Creative, fun, and educational, these tours feature certified guides who take visitors along the path less travelled for a real taste of Montréal’s lively and picturesque neighbourhoods, including the Plateau Mont-Royal, Old Montréal, and the Quartier des spectacles. Private tours are also available. Round Table Tours www.toursdelatable.com Mélissa Simard Tel.: 514 931-0140 [email protected] Round Table Tours offers various upscale gastronomic tours for corporate clients and business tourists, which include visits to specialty grocers, food production sites, and exclusive restaurants for tastings and stories from the chefs and entrepreneurs of each establishment. The company’s Vegan Montréal tour, in particular, brings guests to eco-responsible and sustainable eateries. Additional activities include networking events and office parties. VDM Global DMC 514 933-6674 www.vdmglobal.com Stéphanie Cuillerier Tel.: 514 933-6674 Email: [email protected] VDM Global DMC offers «meet and greet» services at the airport, airport transfers, lodging, transportation, guided tours, culinary tours (A Foodie’s Tour of Little Italy, Flavours and Aromas of Old Montréal), companion programs, pre- and post-tours, as well as creative evening receptions. Its experienced and attentive personnel can assist clients with planning and organizing activities for their event. Québec permit number: 702147 Member of: MPI and NTA. Years of activity: 34 Major markets: USA and Canada. 58 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide guided tours Theme tours A Foodie's Tour of Little Italy - VDM Little Italy 514 933-6674 Ç Jean-Talon www.vdmglobal.com Stéphanie Cuillerier Tel.: 514 933-6674 Email: [email protected] A Foodie’s Tour of Little Italy allows visitors to discover one of Montréal’s most captivating neighbourhoods. Little Italy boasts quaint streets, renowned restaurants and fine epicurean groceries, not to mention Jean-Talon Market, the largest open-air market in North America, where tasty samplings are part of the experience. Tastings are included. Private group tours are available upon request. Flavours and Aromas of Old Montréal - VDM Old Montréal and Old Port 514 933-6674 Ç Place-d’Armes www.vdmglobal.com Stéphanie Cuillerier Tel.: 514 933-6674 Email: [email protected] Flavours and Aromas of Old Montréal is an authentic discovery of the culinary, cultural and historical charms of the oldest district of Montréal, through its small and narrow cobblestone streets. Food boutiques open their doors for you to taste their delicacies as a guide from VDM Global explains the influence of the Amerindians and the nuns on Montréal food habits, and how the World Expo in 1967 brought exotic cuisine to tables across the city. Tastings included. Private group tours available upon request. Montréal Ghosts - Guidatour G 360 Saint-François-Xavier Street Old Montréal and Old Port 514 844-4021 Ç Place-d’Armes Louise Hébert Tel.: 514 844-4021 Email: [email protected] www.fantommontreal.com After night falls, explore the ghosts of historic Old Montréal...Opt for either a Traditional Ghost Walk or an exciting Ghost Hunt, and experience a rare tour of the streets and alleys of the area! During the Traditional Ghost Walk, stroll with a storyteller and hear spooky tales and anecdotes about unexplained phenomena! Visit outdoor sites, some perhaps still haunted, where significant events occurred...Or join a Ghost Hunt as part of a team armed with a map in search of ghosts hidden in dark corners. Each phantom, played by a professional actor, shares the story of their life, or rather, death...Thrills guaranteed! The Jean Talon Market – Food Tour – Local Montreal Tours G 7070 Henri-Julien Street Little Italy 1 866 451-9158 Ç Jean-Talon www.localmontrealtours.com The Jean Talon Market - Food Tour invites you to skip breakfast and head directly to this 2-1/2 hour walking food tour to sample only the best of Québec’s unique cuisine in Montréal’s most renowned farmers’ market. You’ll enjoy the city’s finest Crêpe Bretonne (with salmon and goat cheese), special sausages and spreads mixed with tasty artisanal breads, Italian Canoli (a local favourite), the highly gastronomical mix of ice cider and cheese, a host of seasonal fruits and vegetables, a Little Italy neighbourhood espresso, and other palate pleasing delights. The Montréal Brewpub Experience – Beer Tour – Local Montréal Tours 1 866 451-9158 www.localmontrealtours.com Montréal is the city with the second most breweries in the world, and the Montréal Brewpub Experience - Beer Tour invites you to discover some of the best beers out there. Visit three unique and renowned craft breweries, taste six exceptional beers of varied types, and delight in a gastronomic mix of cheese, maple syrup, and craft beers. The tour is also a great opportunity to meet people from across the globe and see the Quartier Latin, Plateau Mont-Royal, Square Saint-Louis, and one very special green alley. 59 2013 school group guide performance venues Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide Performance venues Cultural Centers Bourgie Concert Hall 1339 Sherbrooke Street West Downtown Ç Peel www.mbam.qc.ca/en/salle-bourgie Bourgie Concert Hall, at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (MMFA) complex, is a 444-seat venue located in the restored Erskine and American Church (designed in 1894 in Neo-Romanesque style by architect Alexander Cowper Hutchison). Designated a national historic site in 1998, the transformed setting is now graced with high-quality acoustics and an exceptional décor incorporating 20 historic Tiffany stained glass windows. Ideal for performances by chamber-music ensembles, string orchestras, and other groups, Bourgie Concert Hall offer music lovers an auditory repertoire as diverse as the MMFA collections. Center for Sustainable Development 50 Sainte-Catherine Street West Downtown 514 394-1108 Ç Saint-Laurent www.lamdd.org The Centre for Sustainable Development is a non-profit organization (NPO) managed by eight founding members. It officially opened on October 6, 2011, after nearly 10 years of work, thanks to the commitment and mobilization of dedicated partners. The first commercial building to be LEED(R) Platinum New Construction certified in a downtown area of the province, the Centre is among the most energy efficient in Québec. Activities held at the Centre include debates, lectures, documentary screenings, exhibitions, and guided tours of the building (maximum five people, reservation is mandatory). Services • audiovisual Cinémathèque québécoise • loading platform G Aymeric Blassiaux Tel.: 514 842-9763 253 Email: [email protected] 335 De Maisonneuve Blvd. East Quartier latin 514 842-9763 Ç Berri-UQAM www.cinematheque.qc.ca Every year, the Cinémathèque québécoise projects more than 500 international films, television programs, and videos from all eras, while providing free access to its exhibitions. The Guy-L.-Coté Mediatheque is one of the most important cinema documentation centres in North America. Montréal Science Centre F U Julie La Roche Tel.: 514 283-7694 Email: [email protected] 2 de la Commune Street West Old Montréal and Old Port 514 496-4724 Ç Place-d’Armes www.montrealsciencecentre.com Let science surprise you when you visit four permanent exhibitions as well as the blockbuster show of the season. Astounding, funny, and surprising, the exhibitions at the Montréal Science Centre open the doors to exploring, learning, and understanding a range of topics related to science and technology. Services • • audiovisual checkroom • storage space • loading platform 63 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide Performance venues PHI Centre 407, Saint-Pierre Street Old Montréal and Old Port 514 225-0525 Ç Square-Victoria www.phi-centre.com The PHI Centre officially opened on June 1, 2012. During the summer, the Centre’s incubation period, a host of public activities will take place, where guests can preview the type of presentations that will be featured starting in September. Along with flexible halls that can be transformed for a variety of events, including launches, conferences, screenings, shows, concerts, and installations, the PHI also contains creative and production studios. Here, sophisticated technology is reserved for artistic needs. Exploring emerging art forms from across the globe, the PHI is where creativity inspires, disturbs, and awakens us. Services • audiovisual • checkroom • loading platform Pointe-à-Callière, Montréal Museum of Archaeology and History G U Sonie Vilfort Tel.: 514 872-9127 Email: [email protected] 350 Place Royale Old Montréal and Old Port 514 872-9150 Ç Place-d’Armes www.pacmuseum.qc.ca Pointe-à-Callière is a national historic site rising above the actual remains of the city’s birthplace. It takes visitors on an authentic archaeological tour from the 14th century, when Natives camped on the site, right up to the present. They’ll see Native artefacts, the city’s first Catholic cemetery, its first marketplace, and lots more. Cuttingedge technology and a multimedia show bring Montréal’s past to life in a whole new light. The Museum’s contemporary building is linked by an underground passage to the Ancienne Douane, Montréal’s first Custom House, leading through an archaeological crypt safeguarding more than six centuries of history, beneath the raised portion of Place Royale. Services • audiovisual • checkroom • loading platform Quartier des spectacles Bordered by René-Lévesque, Sherbrooke, City Councillors and St-Hubert Sts. Downtown Ç Place-des-Arts www.quartierdesspectacles.com Antoine Leduc Tel.: 514 879-0009 221 Email: [email protected] Located in the heart of downtown, Quartier des spectacles is Montréal’s cultural heart. Within one square kilometre, there are more than 80 cultural venues offering an exceptionally diverse array of activities: festivals, movies, plays, dance performances, art exhibitions, technological art displays, music concerts, operas, comedy shows. It’s a constantly evolving destination that literally lights up the night thanks to an innovative lighting plan. Big red dots lead the way. In addition, right in its centre, the Quartier features La Vitrine, a box office which showcases the full range of Greater Montréal’s cultural scene. In association with the cultural industry, La Vitrine provides information and tickets for Montréal’s cultural events on location and online. 64 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide Performance venues Shopping Centres Complexe Desjardins F 150 Sainte-Catherine Street West Downtown 514 845-4636 Ç Place-des-Arts www.complexedesjardins.com Adjacent to a hotel and located at the heart of downtown, the Quartier des spectacles (Entertainment District), and the Underground Pedestrian Network, Complexe Desjardins comprises three office towers and 110 boutiques and restaurants wrapped around a vast public plaza where numerous events are held throughout the year. The shopping gallery includes many top fashion labels, specialized services, a supermarket, sports facility, and a food court that can accommodate up to 1,000 customers, who can also benefit from a free WiFi access. Services • storage space • loading platform Marché Bonsecours G 350 Saint-Paul Street East Old Montréal and Old Port 514 872-7730 Ç Champ-de-Mars www.marchebonsecours.qc.ca The Marché Bonsecours was inaugurated in 1847. A symbol of Montréal’s heyday, this imposing building was the city’s main agricultural marketplace for over a century. It also housed a concert hall and even served as a city hall. Its symmetrical composition and Greek Revival portico (the cast-iron columns were brought from England), tinplated dome and simple and varied details make it a perfect illustration of the neo-classical style in favour at the time. Recent renovations have turned it once again into a bustling marketplace that also features sidewalk cafés, shops and exhibitions. Services • loading platform Place Ville Marie G Corner of McGill College Avenue and Cathcart Street Downtown 514 861-9393 Ç McGill www.placevillemarie.com Situated in the heart of downtown and its celebrated underground pedestrian network, the elegant shopping arcade at Place Ville Marie has, for nearly 50 years, brought together some 80 renowned boutiques and services, and, at the food court, a wide range of flavours from specialized vendors. 65 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide Performance venues Multi-recreational Sites Chalet du mont Royal U 1196 Camillien-Houde Road Mount Royal and Outremont 514 872-3911 Ç Mont-Royal, bus 11 www.ville.montreal.qc.ca Mount Royal Chalet was inaugurated in 1932. The walls of its spacious interior are decorated with pictures tracing the history of Montréal, including many painted by famous artists. The Kondiaronk scenic lookout in front of the chalet offers a striking view of the downtown area and the St. Lawrence River. Services • checkroom Espace La Fontaine 3933 du Parc-La Fontaine Avenue Plateau Mont-Royal and Mile End 514 280-2525 Ç Sherbrooke www.espacelafontaine.com Under the helm of Chef Bernard Beaudoin, Espace La Fontaine serves healthy meals made with quality products in a pleasant, family-friendly atmosphere. Specialties include antipasti, tartar, mussels, sausages, eggs benedict, and house smoked salmon. The brunch menu, served on weekends, is sure to please all breakfast lovers. A choice of beers, as well as red, white, rosé, and sparkling wine selections are also offered. Group menus for 25 guests or more are possible. Montréal Tower / Olympic Park G U 4141 Pierre-De Coubertin Avenue Parking: 3200 Viau Street Hochelaga-Maisonneuve 514 252-4737 Ç Viau www.parcolympique.qc.ca Built to welcome the 1976 Olympic Games, the Olympic Park has become the international symbol of the city of Montréal. The funicular takes you to the top of the Montréal Tower, where you can admire the city and its surroundings. The Olympic Stadium can also be toured in the company of a guide who will reveal all the big and small historical secrets of this masterpiece of modern architecture. The Sports Centre at the foot of the Tower is home to seven aquatic pools and a multi-sport facility. The Esplanade Financière Sun Life, located at the foot of the Stadium, offers a vibrant outdoor program focused on culture, physical activity, and sustainable development. Services • • audiovisual checkroom • storage space • loading platform 66 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide Performance venues Mount Royal Park U From East, via Camillien-Houde Parkway From West, via Remembrance Road Mount Royal and Outremont 514 843-8240 Ç Mont-Royal, bus 11 www.themountroyal.qc.ca Inaugurated in 1876, the splendid Mount Royal Park was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, the highly skilled designer behind New York’s Central Park and many other major parks in the U.S. It is an ideal site for admiring a wide variety of plants and birds or for enjoying outdoor activities. Les amis de la montagne offer a variety of services and activities that provide wonderful opportunities to discover the beauty and wealth of resources that the park has to offer, including the new permanent exhibition at the Maison Smith, interactive terminals and an interactive map featuring audio-video clips that can be downloaded to your cell phone or any mp4 reader. Old Port of Montréal F U de la Commune Street, between the St. Lawrence River and Old Montréal Old Montréal and Old Port 514 496-7678 Ç Place-d’Armes www.oldportofmontreal.com The Old Port is the perfect place for dining, people watching, relaxing, shopping, and enjoying sunny days at the Clock Tower Beach. Paddleboats, quadricycles, and a guided historical tour help you see the city from a new perspective, while several cruises and excursions offer maritime activities, at full speed or nice and easy with a gourmet meal. The area is also home to the Montréal Science Centre and the IMAX (R) TELUS, where you can have fun learning more about the world. In winter, the area is enlivened by exciting events like TELUS Fire on Ice and Igloofest, as well as a large outdoor skating rink and a host of other activities. Parc Jean-Drapeau U Parc Jean-Drapeau 514 872-6120 Ç Jean-Drapeau www.parcjeandrapeau.com François Cartier Tel.: 514 872-7318 Email: [email protected] Spanning two islands, Île Sainte-Hélène and Île Notre-Dame, in the middle of the St. Lawrence River between Montréal and the South Shore, the Parc Jean-Drapeau is home to a multitude of facilities and recreational opportunities that host a variety of festivals and events all year long. Île Sainte-Hélène is home to the ever-popular La Ronde amusement park and two museums: the Biosphere’s Environment Museum and the Stewart Museum. A network of multi-disciplinary paths wind their way through this lush natural park, accentuated by some dozen public artworks along the way. The island welcomes large outdoor concerts in the summer as well as major events in the winter, including the Fête des neiges. Meanwhile, Île Notre-Dame is a favourite destination for cycling or in-line skating enthusiasts thanks to its 25-km network of paved trails. It›s also the meeting place for car racing fans who come in droves to attend the F1 Grand Prix du Canada on the Gilles-Villeneuve track. The superb Floralies gardens in all their splendour hold a special treat for horticulturalists, nature lovers and passers-by. Churches Christ Church Cathedral U 635 Sainte-Catherine Street West Downtown 514 843-6577 Ç McGill www.montrealcathedral.ca Paul Kennington Tel.: 514 843-6577 237 Email: [email protected] A fine example of neo-Gothic architecture, Christ Church Cathedral was built between 1857 and 1859. It now stands over an underground shopping centre, while a postmodern tower designed to suggest the features of a cathedral stands behind it. The Square between the Cathedral and the office tower is dedicated to Raoul Wallenberg, Hero of Humanity, who saved thousands of Jews from concentration camps during World War II. 67 Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide Performance venues Église du Gesù Alain Gagnon Tel.: 514 861-4378 258 Email: [email protected] 1202 de Bleury Street Downtown 514 861-4378 Ç Place-des-Arts www.gesu.net Église du Gesù (“Jesus” in Italian) takes its name from the church in Rome in which Saint Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Jesuits, is buried. Built in 1865 by the Irish architect Patrick C. Keeley, it is one of the oldest baroque churches in Montréal. Adjacent to the church is the Gésu - Centre de créativité, whose missions through shows and exhibitions brings together spirituality and art. Marguerite-Bourgeoys Museum and Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel F U Valérie Lafleur Tel.: 514 282-8670 223 Email: [email protected] 400 Saint-Paul Street East Old Montréal and Old Port 514 282-8670 Ç Champ-de-Mars www.marguerite-bourgeoys.com This 300-year-old chapel and its captivating history museum will amaze visitors as they move through the exhibition rooms, including the magnificent crypt and the tower with a spectacular view of Old Montréal. They will find themselves covering more than 2,000 years of history. Of special interest: the tomb of Saint Marguerite Bourgeoys, the tower lookout and the archaeological site. And to make the most out of the visit, tour podcasts can be downloaded to portable MP3 devices from the Conseil du patrimoine religieux Website. Services • audiovisual • checkroom Mary Queen of the World Cathedral Corner of René-Lévesque Blvd. and Mansfield Street Downtown 514 866-1661 Ç Bonaventure www.cathedralecatholiquedemontreal.org Catherine Enright Tel.: 514 866-1661 Email: [email protected] Inspired by St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome, this Catholic cathedral was built at the end of the 19th century in the heart of what was then the city’s Anglo-Protestant sector. Inside, a superb gilded neo-baroque baldachin overlooks the altar. In the transept, paintings by Georges Delfosse illustrate the historic beginnings of Montréal. St. James United Church 463 Sainte-Catherine Street West Downtown 514 288-9245 Ç Place-des-Arts www.stjamesunitedchurchmontreal.com Anne Jones Tel.: 514 288-9245 Email: [email protected] Built in 1889, this church, originally Methodist, has a Gothic-style exterior and Victorian interior. It is the largest Protestant church in Montréal. 68 accomodations 2013 school group guide Definitions of classification levels ##### #### #### Accor Novotel Montréal Centre 1180 de la Montagne Street 514 861-6000 / 1 866 861-6112 Ç Lucien-L’Allier www.novotel.com Xich-Vê Hô [email protected] 514 871-2145 Best Western Plus Montreal Downtown 1240 Drummond Street 514 866-6492 / 1 800 361-3000 Ç Peel www.hoteleuropa.com Mounir Bouchaibi [email protected] 514 861-8805 189 227 99 99 169 min. 159 499 599 max. Rate $/2 pers. RÉ. à$W+x GR]É.à L+S- FR] É.uà $LWr +S- Services ] Pets allowed +Restaurant xSauna àSmoking room È Washing machines ($) W Wireless Internet j Year-round outdoor swimming pool 1037 Rooms: total number Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth 900 René-Lévesque Blvd. West 514 861-3511 / 1 800 441-1414 Ç Bonaventure www.fairmont.com/queen-elizabeth-montreal Anne Létourneau [email protected] 514 954-2240 Downtown/ Hotels U Parking for buses L Free or pay-per-use Internet æFree transportation to airport -Green key or RéserVert uHealth club rIndoor swimming pool $Kitchenette oOutdoor swimming pool Establishment offering services and a basic level of comfort. Comfortable establishment offering good quality as well as some services and amenities. Very comfortable establishment of better quality offering several services and amenities. Superior comfort establishment of outstanding quality offering a range of services and amenities. Exceptional comfort. Luxury establishment offering many services and amenities. Ç Nearest métro station (subway) F Total access for the handicapped G Partial access for the handicapped R Air conditioned ÉBar / Bienvenue cyclistes SCable or satellite TV . Fitness centre ### or kkk ## or kk # or k ##### or kkkkk #### or kkkk Star or sun Legend Closed as of November 2013 Hilton Montréal Bonaventure 900 De La Gauchetière Street West 514 878-2332 / 1 800 267-2575 Ç Bonaventure www.hiltonmontreal.com Louis-Robert Handfield [email protected] 514 878-2987 Embassy Suites by Hilton Montréal 208 Saint-Antoine Street West, Quartier international 514 288-8886 / 1 800 362-2779 Ç Place-d’Armes www.montreal.embassysuites.com Delta Montréal 475 du Président-Kennedy Avenue 514 286-1986 / 1 877 286-1986 Ç Place-des-Arts www.deltamontreal.com Valérie Audrey Martin [email protected] 514 284-4322 Delta Centre-Ville (on University) 777 University Street 514 879-1370 / 1 800 268-1133 Ç Square-Victoria www.deltacentreville.com Cédric Blanchette [email protected] 514 879-4702 Centre Sheraton (Le) 1201 René-Lévesque Blvd. West 514 878-2000 / 1 800 325-3535 Ç Peel www.sheraton.com/lecentre Marie-Andrée Beaudoin [email protected] 514 878-2055 Best Western Ville-Marie Hotel & Suites 3407 Peel Street 514 288-4141 / 1 800 361-7791 Ç Peel www.hotelvillemarie.com Rafik Zikry [email protected] 514 285-6501 #### #### #### #### #### #### 395 210 456 711 825 167 Rooms: total number 160 149 179 119 159 100 595 999 309 199 599 426 max. 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GR] É.uL Woj+S- FR] É.à$ LWÈ+S- FR] É.uL Èr+xS- FR] É.uà Lr+xS- FR] É.u LWr +xS- GUR É.$ LW+S- Services Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide ACCOMODATIONS 71 #### #### #### #### #### #### Holiday Inn Select Montreal Downtown 99 Viger Avenue West 514 878-9888 / 1 888 878-9888 Ç Place-d’Armes www.yul-downtown.hiselect.com Isabella Papa [email protected] 514 878-4025 Hôtel du Fort 1390 du Fort Street 514 938-8333 / 1 800 565-6333 Ç Guy-Concordia www.hoteldufort.com Sophie Richard [email protected] 514 395-4314 Hôtel Espresso Montréal 1005 Guy Street 514 938-4611 / 1 877 468-3550 Ç Guy-Concordia www.hotelespresso.ca Hôtel Le Cantlie Suites 1110 Sherbrooke Street West 514 842-2000 / 1 800 567-1110 Ç Peel www.hotelcantlie.com Betty Dorant [email protected] 514 844-3951 2808 Hôtel Omni Mont-Royal 1050 Sherbrooke Street West 514 284-1110 / 1 800 843-6664 Ç Peel www.omnihotels.com Hyatt Regency Montréal 1255 Jeanne-Mance Street 514 982-1234 / 1 800 361-8234 Ç Place-des-Arts http://montreal.hyatt.com Paola Navarro [email protected] 514 841-2000 2236 605 300 256 205 124 235 Rooms: total number 129 159 119 110 129 109 569 699 499 180 395 399 max. Rate $/2 pers. min. GRÉ. uàLW r+xS- GR] É.àL Wo+S RÉ.à $LWÈ o+S UR] É.uL Wo+xS GR.$ LWS- GRÉ. àLWÈ r+xS- Services ### Days Inn Montréal Downtown 215 René-Lévesque Blvd. East 514 393-3388 / 1 800 668-3872 Ç Champ-de-Mars www.daysinnmontreal.com Mylene Chevrier [email protected] 514 393-3388 Hôtel Dauphin Montréal Downtown (Convention Centre) 1025 de Bleury Street 514 788-3888 / 1 888 784-3888 Ç Place-d’Armes http://hoteldauphin.ca Holiday Inn Montréal-Midtown 420 Sherbrooke Street West 514 842-6111 / 1 800 387-3042 Ç Place-des-Arts www.holidayinn.com/yul-midtown Michelle Elfassy [email protected] 514 842-6111 365 ### ### ### #### Montréal Marriott Château Champlain 1050 De la Gauchetière Street West 514 878-9000 Ç Bonaventure www.montrealchateauchamplain.com Andrée Parent [email protected] 514 878-6766 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Montréal Downtown 155 René-Lévesque Blvd. East 514 448-7100 / 1 866 398-7100 Ç Saint-Laurent www.hiemontreal.com Ludmilla Teillet [email protected] 514 448-7107 #### Le Westin Montréal 270 Saint-Antoine Street West, Quartier international 514 380-3333 / 1 877 961-8111 Ç Place-d’Armes www.westinmontreal.com Melissa Livanos [email protected] 514 380-5997 72 488 161 123 611 454 Rooms: total number 139 119 114 95 149 189 179 395 219 350 629 289 max. 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UR.L WÈS- GUR] É.uà LWÈ r+xS- GR]. à$LÈ S- GRÉL W+S- FRÉ. uWr+ xS- GR] É.LW r+xS- Services Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide ACCOMODATIONS 72 ### ### ### ### ### ## Le Nouvel Hôtel & Spa 1740 René-Lévesque Blvd. West 514 931-8841 / 1 800 363-6063 Ç Guy-Concordia www.lenouvelhotel.com Montréal Y Hotel 1355 René-Lévesque Blvd. West 514 866-9942 Ç Lucien-L’Allier www.ydesfemmesmtl.org Linda D’Angelo [email protected] 514 866-9942 506 Parc Suites Hotel 3463 du Parc Avenue 514 985-5656 / 1 800 949-8630 Ç Place-des-Arts www.parcsuites.com Quality Hotel by Innvest Hotels 3440 du Parc Avenue 514 849-1413 / 1 800 268-6116 Ç Place-des-Arts www.qualityhoteldowntownmontreal.com Nancy Lemay [email protected] 514 849-1413 Quality Inn Downtown 1214 Crescent Street 514 878-2711 / 1 800 228-5151 Ç Lucien-L’Allier www.choicehotels.ca/cn139 Hotel Villa 57 Sainte-Catherine Street East 514 849-5043 / 1 800 298-9409 Ç Saint-Laurent www.hotelvilla.ca 26 96 136 8 30 177 244 48 100 89 99 60 99 75 149 200 385 189 85 499 260 max. Rate $/2 pers. min. RàLWÈS R] àLW+S- GR] LWS- Rà$L WS FR] L+S GRÉ. u$L WÈo+ xS- R]/ LW+S- Services Aux Résidences de l’UQAM Ouest 2100 Saint-Urbain Street 514 987-7747 Ç Place-des-Arts www.residences-uqam.qc.ca/hotel Aux Résidences de l’UQAM Est 303 René-Lévesque Blvd. East 514 987-6669 Ç Berri-UQAM www.residences-uqam.qc.ca/hotel Downtown/ University Residences La Tour Belvédère Apartment Hotel 2175 De Maisonneuve Blvd. West 514 935-9052 / 1 888 922-9052 Ç Atwater www.tourbelvedere.com Carol-Ann Traicheff [email protected] 514 935-9052 7372 Candlewood Suites Montréal 191 René-Lévesque Blvd. East 514 667-5002 / 1 866 835-7707 Ç Saint-Laurent www.cwsmontreal.com Isabelle Tremblay [email protected] 514 315-2081 Residence Inn by Marriott Montréal Downtown 2045 Peel Street 514 982-6064 Ç Peel www.residenceinn-mtl.com Katherine Gaik [email protected] 514 982-6064 Marriott Residence Inn Montreal Westmount 2170 Lincoln Avenue 514 935-9224 / 1 800 678-6323 Ç Atwater www.residencemontreal.com Sophie Young [email protected] 514 380-8151 2635 #### #### ### ### #### #### 369 434 150 145 75 218 Rooms: total number 48 48 65 109 155 128 78 78 350 149 695 201 max. Rate $/2 pers. min. Fà$L FR$L+ GR.$ LrS GR]. à$LÈ S- R].$ LWÈS- R].$ LWÈ rxS- Services Downtown/ Apartments-hotels ### Hôtel Travelodge Montréal Centre 50 René-Lévesque Blvd. West 514 874-9090 / 1 800 363-6535 Ç Place-d’Armes www.travelodgemontrealcentre.com Nathalie Desmond [email protected] 514 874-9090 Rooms: total number Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide ACCOMODATIONS 73 #### ### New Residence Hall - McGill University 3625 du Parc Avenue 514 398-5200 Ç Place-des-Arts http://www.mcgill.ca/students/housing/summer/newrez Rosetta Vannelli [email protected] 514 398-8299 McGill University Traditional Residences 3935 University Street 514 398-5200 Ç McGill www.mcgill.ca/students/housing/summer/bmh-rvc #### #### Auberge de Jeunesse de Montréal Hostelling International 1030 Mackay Street 514 843-3317 / 1 866 843-3317 Ç Lucien-L’Allier www.hostellingmontreal.com Renée Charbonneau [email protected] 514 934-4669 23 Auberge YWCA Montréal 1355 René-Lévesque Blvd. West 514 866-9942 Ç Lucien-L’Allier www.ydesfemmesmtl.org Linda D’Angelo [email protected] 514 866-9942 506 Downtown/ Youth Hostels Carrefour Sherbrooke - McGill University 475, Sherbrooke Street West 514 398-2299 Ç McGill www.mcgill.ca/students/housing/summer #### Concordia University Residences 1185 Saint-Mathieu Street 514 848-2424 Ç Guy-Concordia Jordan Jenkins [email protected] 514 848-2424 8000 32 55 185 1087 424 239 Rooms: total number 60 80 99 55 110 69 70 90 159 75 110 99 max. Rate $/2 pers. min. R] LW+S RÉ/$ LWÈ+S R.LW È+S $+ R$LW È+S U$LÈS Services Hôtel de L’Institut 3535 Saint-Denis Street, Plateau Mont-Royal and Mile End 514 282-5120 / 1 855 229-8189 Ç Sherbrooke www.ithq.qc.ca/hotel Valérie Amiot [email protected] 514 282-5120 Montréal Neighbourhood/ Hotels Couette et Chocolat Gîte B and B 1074 Saint-Dominique Street 514 876-3960 Ç Saint-Laurent www.couetteetchocolat.net Daisy Delobelle [email protected] 514 876-3960 #### kkk ## Hôtel Champ-de-Mars 756 Berri Street 514 844-0767 / 1 888 997-0767 Ç Champ-de-Mars www.hotelchampdemars.com Hady Karbas [email protected] 514 223-2525 Old Montréal and Old Port/ B&Bs ## #### Auberge Casa de Matéo 440 Saint-François-Xavier Street 514 286-9589 Ç Place-d’Armes www.casademateo.com Marriott SpringHill Suites Old Montréal 445 Saint-Jean-Baptiste Street 514 875-4333 / 1 877 875-4333 Ç Place-d’Armes www.springhillmontreal.com Yves Pouliot [email protected] 514 871-4101 Old Montréal and Old Port/ Hotels 42 5 26 22 124 Rooms: total number 139 95 115 80 159 219 135 250 175 249 max. Rate $/2 pers. min. FRÉLW +S- RLWS- URÉ$ +xS RÉ$L W+S FRÉ. u$LW Èr+xS- Services Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide ACCOMODATIONS 74 #### #### #### ### ### ### ### Hôtel Gouverneur Place Dupuis 1415 Saint-Hubert Street, Quartier latin 514 842-4881 / 1 888 910-1111 Ç Berri-UQAM www.gouverneur.com Jean-Martin Côté [email protected] 514 842-4881 6127 Hotel Kutuma 3708 Saint-Denis Street, Plateau Mont-Royal and Mile End 514 844-0111 / 1 866 358-8862 Ç Sherbrooke www.kutuma.com Hotel Universel Montreal 5000 Sherbrooke Street East, Hochelaga-Maisonneuve 514 253-3365 / 1 800 567-0223 Ç Viau www.HotelUniverselMontreal.com Eugenio Nicita [email protected] 514 253-3365 272 Auberge du Carré St-Louis 3466 Saint-Denis Street, Plateau Mont-Royal and Mile End 514 982-9307 / 1 866 430-9307 Ç Sherbrooke www.aubergecarrestlouis.com Mariana Salamanca [email protected] 514 982-9307 Auberge Le Pomerol 819 De Maisonneuve Blvd. East, Quartier latin 514 526-5511 / 1 800 361-6896 Ç Berri-UQAM www.aubergelepomerol.com Daniel Racine [email protected] 514 526-5511 3 Auberge Manoir Ville-Marie B&B Inn 3130 Sainte-Catherine Street East, Hochelaga-Maisonneuve 514 522-3333 / 1 866 755-2333 Ç Préfontaine www.manoirvillemarie.com Hôtel Le Roberval 505 René-Lévesque Blvd. East, Quartier latin 514 286-5215 / 1 877 552-2992 Ç Berri-UQAM www.leroberval.com 99 79 108 109 110 99 125 175 179 200 170 179 250 199 max. Rate $/2 pers. min. R$LÈS R$LWS URÉ/ $LW+ S- RuLWS URÉ. uLWr o+xS URÉ$ LWÈ+S FR] É.àL Wr+xS- Services Montréal Espace Confort 2050 Saint-Denis Street, Quartier latin 514 849-0505 Ç Berri-UQAM www.montrealespaceconfort.com ## ## ## Hotel Quartier-Latin Montréal 1763 Saint-Denis Street, Quartier latin 514 842-8444 / 1 866 843-8444 Ç Berri-UQAM www.hotel-quartierlatin.com Maison Brunet 1035 Saint-Hubert Street, Quartier latin 514 845-6351 / 1 855 627-8638 Ç Berri-UQAM www.maisonbrunet.ca ## ## ### ### Hôtel Européenne 1620 Saint-Hubert Street, Quartier latin 514 282-8749 / 1 888 560-8749 Ç Berri-UQAM www.hotel-europeenne.com Hôtel de Paris 901 Sherbrooke Street East, Plateau Mont-Royal and Mile End 514 522-6861 / 1 800 567-7217 Ç Sherbrooke www.hotel-montreal.com Dino Santelli [email protected] 514 522-6821 Hôtel St-Denis 1254 Saint-Denis Street, Quartier latin 514 849-4526 / 1 800 363-3364 Ç Berri-UQAM www.hotel-st-denis.com Hôtel Lord Berri 1199 Berri Street, Quartier latin 514 845-9236 / 1 888 363-0363 Ç Berri-UQAM www.lordberri.com Jonathan Dufault [email protected] 514 845-9236 207 25 9 39 29 34 47 154 Rooms: total number 65 60 79 79 59 95 85 189 110 119 99 169 180 345 max. Rate $/2 pers. min. R] É$LW È+S RLWÈS R] àLWS R] àLWS R] É$LW +S RLW+S GRÉL W+S Services 76 20 27 15 230 9 352 Rooms: total number Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide ACCOMODATIONS 75 kkk 5 ### Collège Jean-de-Brébeuf 5625 Decelles Street, Mount Royal and Outremont 514 342-1320 Ç Côte-des-Neiges www.brebeuf.qc.ca Jacques Fournier [email protected] 514 342-9342 5240 ### ## Le Gîte du Plateau Mont-Royal 185 Sherbrooke Street East, Plateau Mont-Royal and Mile End 514 284-1276 / 1 877 350-4483 Ç Sherbrooke www.hostelmontreal.com Carl Gagné [email protected] 514 284-1276 Alexandrie Hostel 1750 Amherst Street, The Village 514 525-9420 / 1 888 525-9420 Ç Beaudry www.alexandrie-montreal.com Luc Parent [email protected] 514 525-9420 Montréal Neighbourhood/ Youth Hostels #### Les Studios Hôtel - Université de Montréal 2450 Édouard-Montpetit Blvd., Mount Royal and Outremont 514 343-8006 Ç Édouard-Montpetit www.studioshotel.ca Maximilien Homsy [email protected] 514 940-3010 1453 8 21 120 400 Montréal Neighbourhood/ University Residences À l’adresse du Centre-Ville 1673 Saint-Christophe Street, Quartier latin 514 528-9516 / 1 866 528-9516 Ç Berri-UQAM www.aladresseducentreville.com Montréal Neighbourhood/ B&Bs Rooms: total number 32 65 45 55 95 39 90 45 125 160 max. Rate $/2 pers. min. $ÈS $LWÈ U.WÈ+ GU.$ LÈr RLW Services #### #### Holiday Inn Montréal Airport 6500 de la Côte-de-Liesse Road, Saint-Laurent 514 739-3391 / 1 800 361-5430 www.rosdevhotels.com Anne-Marie Gébrael [email protected] 514 739-6440 620 Marriott Courtyard Montréal Airport 7000 Robert-Joncas Place, Saint-Laurent 514 339-5333 / 1 888 339-5993 www.marriott.com/yulap Karine Huard [email protected] 514 339-5423 #### #### Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Montreal Airport 700 Michel Jasmin Avenue, Dorval 514 635-0028 / 1 877 731-2424 www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/yulfi-fairfield-inn-andsuites-montreal-airport/ Marisa Gallo [email protected] 514 631-2424 1105 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Montreal Airport 10888 de la Côte-de-Liesse Road, Lachine 514 422-8080 / 1 877 420-8080 Ç Côte-Vertu www.holidayinnexpressdorval.com Franco San Gregorio [email protected] 514 422-8080 #### #### Crowne Plaza Montreal Airport 6600 de la Côte-de-Liesse Road, Saint-Laurent 514 344-1999 / 1 877 344-1999 Ç Du Collège www.crowneplaza.com/montrealarpt Best Western Plus, Montréal Airport 13000 de la Côte-de-Liesse Road, Dorval 514 631-4811 / 1 800 361-2254 www.bwdorval.ca Olga Attie [email protected] 514 631-4811 653 Airport/ Hotels 160 258 154 162 237 173 Rooms: total number 135 89 99 105 109 119 195 199 199 259 375 149 max. Rate $/2 pers. min. GURÉ. LWÈr +Sæ- GUR] É.u$ LWÈr +xæ FUR. u$LW ÈrxSæ- FURÉ. LWÈr +Sæ GUR] É.$L Wr+x Sæ GURÉ. uà$L WÈr+ xSæ- Services Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide ACCOMODATIONS 76 #### #### #### #### ### ### ### ### Montréal Airport Marriott Hotel 800 Place Leigh-Capreol, Dorval 514 636-6700 / 1 866 580-6279 Ç Lionel-Groulx www.montrealairportmarriott.com Quality Hotel Dorval 7700 de la Côte-de-Liesse Road, Saint-Laurent 514 731-7821 / 1 800 361-6243 www.qualityhoteldorval.com Quality Suites Montréal Aéroport 6300 Transcanada Highway, Pointe-Claire 514 426-5060 / 1 877 574-6835 www.choicehotels.ca/cn333 Youssef Khazzaka [email protected] 514 426-5060 Sheraton Montreal Airport Hotel 555 McMillan Avenue, Dorval 514 631-2411 / 1 800 325-3535 www.sheratonmontrealairport.com Anna Kantzos [email protected] 514 828-4279 Aloft Montréal Airport 500 McMillan Avenue, Dorval 514 633-0900 / 1 877 462-5638 www.starwoodhotels.com/alofthotels Comfort Inn Montréal Aéroport Pointe-Claire 700 Saint-Jean Blvd., Pointe-Claire 514 697-6210 / 1 800 465-6116 www.choicehotels.ca/cn334 Julie Bombardier [email protected] 514 697-6210 Comfort Inn, Dorval 340 Michel-Jasmin Street, Dorval 514 636-3391 / 1 800 228-5150 www.choicehotels.ca/cn330 Gassan Baaklini [email protected] 514 636-3391 Days Inn & Conference Centre Montréal Airport 4545 de la Côte-Vertu Blvd West, Saint-Laurent 514 332-2720 / 1 877 604-0002 Ç Côte-Vertu www.daysinn-airport.com 99 90 79 99 119 140 109 169 139 200 195 229 379 310 175 450 max. Rate $/2 pers. min. URÉ. àLW+ Sæ GUR]à- GUR] àLWSæ- GUR] É.LWÈ r+Sæ GUR] É.u$ LWÈro +xSæ- GUR] É.àL È+Sæ- UR] É.à$ o+x FRÉ. uLWÈ r+S- Services Snow Village Canada 130 Chemin du Tour de l’IsleÎle Sainte-Hélène, Parc JeanDrapeau 514 788-2181 / 1 855 788-2181 Ç Jean-Drapeau www.snowvillagecanada.com Hôtel Newstar 5250 Jarry Street East, East of the island 514 322-8640 / 1 800 561-5210 Ç Cadillac www.excelnewstar.com Thierry Roy [email protected] 514 322-8697 Quality Hotel Montreal East 8100 Neuville Avenue, Anjou, East of the island 514 493-6363 / 1 800 267-3837 Ç Radisson www.qualityhotelmontrealeast.com Motel Pignons Rouges 15777 Sherbrooke Street East, East of the island 514 642-2131 / 1 800 905-6668 Ç Honoré-Beaugrand www.pignonsrouges.com Auberge Royal Versailles (Hotel) 7200 Sherbrooke Street East, East of the island 514 256-1613 / 1 888 832-1416 Ç Radisson www.royalversailles.com Tony Santaniello [email protected] 514 256-1613 Other Neighbourhoods/ Hotels Quality Hotel Midtown 6445 Décarie Blvd. 514 739-3800 / 1 866 465-3800 Ç Plamondon www.qualityhotelmidtown.com Alicia Williams [email protected] 514 739-3800 ## ### ### ### ### 25 56 157 64 132 104 Rooms: total number 318 75 100 52 75 99 538 150 124 223 350 310 max. Rate $/2 pers. min. UÉL+x URÉàLWÈS UR] ÉàLW +S- URÉàLW URÉà LWo+S URÉ. àLÈr +xS Services 92 98 99 136 465 161 159 279 Rooms: total number Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide ACCOMODATIONS 77 #### #### #### ### ### ### Hilton Montréal / Laval 2225 Highway des Laurentides, Laval 450 682-2225 / 1 800 363-7948 Ç Henri-Bourassa www.hilton.com Holiday Inn Laval Montreal 2900 Le Carrefour Blvd., Laval 450 682-9000 / 1 888 333-3140 Ç Montmorency www.hilaval.com Carolyne Desrosiers [email protected] 450 682-2645 Sheraton Laval and Laval Convention Centre 2440 Highway des Laurentides, Laval 450 687-2440 / 1 800 667-2440 Ç Montmorency www.sheraton.com/laval Michaël Frezza [email protected] 450 680-5755 127 Hôtel Dauphin Montréal (Longueuil) 1055 Saint-Laurent Street West, Longueuil, Montérégie 450 646-0110 / 1 866 646-0110 Ç Longueuil http://hoteldauphin.ca Hôtel WelcomINNS 1195 Ampère Street, Boucherville, Montérégie 450 449-1011 / 1 800 779-2659 www.hotelwelcominns.com Sandman Hôtel 999 de Sérigny Street, Longueuil, Montérégie 450 670-3030 / 1 800 493-7303 Ç Longueuil www.sandmanhotels.com Ari Photiou [email protected] 450 442-5800 Around Montréal/ Hotels 214 116 80 244 176 169 Rooms: total number 119 109 99 109 119 109 239 185 149 199 235 229 max. Rate $/2 pers. min. GURÉ. à$LW r+xS- UR.L WÈrxS GUR. LWÈS- GUR] É.uLW r+xS- GURÉ. àLWÈ r+S- FURÉ. àLWr +S- Services With Rating Pending #### #### 1000 112 119 145 230 865 max. Rate $/2 pers. min. +&7Jl GURÉ. uà$r oj+x ]É$LL WÈo+S Services A federal Goods and Services Tax (GST) of 5% is charged. A Québec provincial tax (TVQ) of 9.975% is added as well as a special accommodation tax. This taxt is equal to 3.5% per room-night if the visitor pays the hotel establishment directly (no market intermediary). However, it is $3.50 per room-night if the room is paid for through a market intermediary. Taxes This document cannot provide the full range of rates for each establishment since prices vary according to the number of persons, the facilities, the selected plan and the features of the units. Most prices published represent the lowest rate per unit during the off-season and the highest rate per unit during peak season. Prices published herein are indicative in nature, do not include taxes and are subject to change without prior notice. Rates Camping Parc national des Îles-de-Boucherville 55, île Sainte-Marguerite, Boucherville, Montérégie 450 928-5088 www.parcsquebec.com/ilesdeboucherville Rémi Chapados [email protected] 450 928-5089 233 Around Montréal/ Camping sites Mont Tremblant Ski Resort 1000 des Voyageurs Road, Mont-Tremblant, Laurentians and Tremblant 819 681-2000 / 1 888 738-1777 www.lessuitestremblant.com Département des ventes [email protected] Côté Nord Tremblant 141 Tour du Lac Road, Lac-Supérieur, Laurentians and Tremblant 819 688-5201 / 1 888 268-3667 www.cotenordtremblant.com Anick Beaulieu [email protected] 514 869-6998 Around Montréal/ Out-of-town resorts Rooms: total number Tourisme Montréal | 2013 school group guide ACCOMODATIONS 78 contact us Catherine Binette, Manager, Media and Leisure Market Tourisme Montréal www.tourisme-montreal.org Tel.: 514 844.6639 | Téléc. : 514.844.7141 [email protected] Image Gallery: phototheque.tourisme-montreal.org The Montréal Buzz: tourisme-montreal.org/Blog/ FOLLOW US… twitter.com/montreal facebook.com/Montreal youtube.com/user/TourismeMontreal