Montreal is the kind of city that feels European but speaks North American. If you’ve got just 36 hours, you can still get a full serving of flavor, art, and charm.

🥐 Day 1: Old World Charm

Land, drop your bags, and head straight to Old Montreal. The cobblestone streets, French signs, and horse-drawn carriages will make you feel like you time-traveled.

Stop by Olive et Gourmando for a croissant and coffee, then walk to Notre-Dame Basilica for jaw-dropping interiors.

For dinner, grab smoked meat sandwiches from Schwartz’s Deli, followed by a classic poutine—fries, cheese curds, and gravy magic.

☕ Day 2: Cool Neighborhoods & Cozy Cafés

Start in Le Plateau, Montreal’s artsy district full of murals, bike lanes, and bagel shops. Get a Montreal-style bagel at St-Viateur—they’re boiled in honey water and baked in a wood-fired oven.

Stroll through Jean-Talon Market, pick up local cheese or maple treats, then wrap up with a chill afternoon at Mount Royal Park with skyline views.

Montreal may be cold in winter, but the food and friendliness will always warm you up.