This city is charming, magical and full of treasures. We observed that the residents here were very relaxed and easy going.
We were reminded of Europe over and over again with the cobblestone streets, historical buildings, Old Port, bicycles, and the wonderful horse-drawn carriages everywhere. As we continued to walk the streets of Montréal, we noticed how warmly people greeted us.
The weather was somewhat co-operative with us, which made it all the more memorable. We really loved the St. Lawrence River and the rich culture of the people in Montréal. The churches here are so divinely built they really conjure up strong emotions in me.
The feeling of wanting to live this experience each day was inspiring, and we created unforgettable memories. We will always look back on this experience and be thankful for this opportunity to discover the wonderful province of Québec.
We must say that visiting Montréal’s different neighbourhoods was really inspiring for us. We enjoyed a detailed tour by Ruby, who was very patient in answering our questions and exposed us to the rich history of the city. Everyone in Montréal was friendly and made eye contact when greeting us. We adored and commend the very economical forms of transportation, some of which are bicycles, buses, taxis, trains, and let’s not forget the horse-drawn carriages! Montréal is truly a very fun, friendly and accessible city.
Our curiosity and senses were aroused simply by strolling around the old, charming streets of Montréal. Many of the places we visited will have a very special place in our hearts: St. Paul Street with its exhibit spaces and fine boutiques showcasing original creations by different artists and designers, restaurants and small cafés, and of course the nightclubs. The cobblestone streets and the vintage streetlights surely add to the historic décor.
Every turn we took was interesting and delightful, from the romantic balconies with flowers displayed all over the city, to the farmer’s market, to the quays of the Old Port, to de la Commune Street, to St. Jacques Street with its decorative motifs sculpted on buildings and endless bell towers. It all contributes to Montréal’s exceptional heritage and unique aesthetic landscape. Indeed Montréal offers something for everyone.
We love French dining, French architecture, French art and the French language. We’ve decided that our kids must have French as a second language and we will be back for our honeymoon. We will experience this all over again. Everyone here spoke English, was polite and cordial. And above all, we love the fun summer activities and festivals, which are offered all around the city at no cost.