Every season at the Jardin Botanique de Montréal (Montréal Botanical Gardens), you'll be captivated by the colors and fragrances of flowers and plants as you move from garden to garden, many inspired by different parts of the world. Explore the Sonoran desert, wander into the Chinese or French Garden, and finally relax in the tranquility of the Japanese Garden. The Montreal Botanical Garden contains about 12,000 plant species and cultivators, ten exhibition greenhouses, about 30 thematic gardens and a large arboretum.
Musée des Beaux-arts de Montréal has put together one of the best collections of fine art in North America. The museum moved to its present location just before the World War. The Jean-Noel Desmarais building holds most of the temporary exhibits while the permanent collection lies in the Benaiah Gibb building across the street. The museum also stages special programs such as lectures, noontime and evening concerts, and films.
Built on the site where the city's founders first landed, this history and archaeology museum opened exactly 350 years after the event, in 1992. Pointe-à-Callière Museum stands on the remains of original historical buildings, and parts of the old fortification walls are on display. It features a multimedia show and an underground archaeological tour, along with various temporary exhibits. Highlights include the triangular Éperon Building, the former Customs House, and Place Royale. Kids will especially enjoy learning first hand what it means to be an archaeologist in a fun engaging manner with the engaging Archaeo-Adventure Exhibition, while the Pirates or Privateers exhibition will thrill them as they learn about life on the High-seas. With plenty of events and activities, the museum is a true cultural hub in the city.
Steeped in history, Le National is a theater located in the city, serving as an excellent venue for audiences to catch a play or a performance. The theater features a noteworthy interior with excellent lighting and good seating, ensuring comfort and a memorable experience for audiences. It can also be rented out for corporate events and functions.
Biosphere museum and exhibition hall is dedicated to raising environmental and ecological awareness among its visitors. Housed in the world's largest geodesic dome, which is one of few remaining structures from the Expo's, it offers four levels of guided discovery. The bottom level examines water as both Source of Life and Source of Delight, the Connections Hall showcases multimedia presentations focusing on environmental protection, and the Visions Hall affords an incredible view of Montreal.
Housed in what was once McGill University's student union building, McCord Museum was born in 1921 - the vision of passionate collector David Ross McCord. Today it houses almost 900,000 objects consisting of ethnological and archaeological materials, costumes and textiles, photographs, paintings, prints, drawings and decorative arts, all related to Canadian social and cultural history. The museum offers interactive animation exhibitions, guided tours and publications. Stop into the boutique for native Canadian arts and crafts, fine china, pottery, jewelry, posters, exhibition catalogs and greetings cards.
This legendary Montreal institution, Centre Segal des Arts de la Scène, offers events and activities year-round for the entire family, including theater, fine arts and exhibits associated with the School of Fine Arts. Exhibitors at the Liane and Danny Taran Gallery have included Pieter Laurens Mol, Susan Rothenberg and John Scott. The gallery hosts many traveling exhibits. Since first opening in 1967, the center has built an enviable reputation for its multi-disciplinary approach to both performing and visual arts. Tickets for various other events vary in price.
This is one of Canada's foremost galleries of Native artwork, and has recently relocated to the poshest stretch of Sherbrooke Street West, next to many other prestigious galleries. Exhibits feature striking Inuit sculptures by well-known artists such as Toonoo Sharky and Omalluk Oshutsiaq. Other non-Native crafts include a selection of tableware, vases, wall hangings and other pieces from across Canada. Prices befit the gallery's reputation and its status in the Montreal art's scene.
Gregory Kuiper is an established photographer from Montreal whose major area of interest is sea-side and nudes. Atelier Kuiper is a gallery that presents works by him. One can visit this gallery on appointment basis and explore the low-toned and mostly monochromatic pictures. Some of the photos are even available on sale. All the framed or printed photos show a lot of beauty, elegance and simplicity. One can enjoy their day at this beautiful gallery with lovely interiors with a glass of wine in hand.
Club Bolo is a gay-friendly dance studio. The place offers various dance courses for beginners and those at intermediate level. The non-profit organization has various events happening on a regular basis for members as well as non-members to enjoy dancing, dance shows and socializing. The students often show their dance moves of western and country style to the visitors. Visitors can also join them and have a great evening along with alcohol. Check the website for various classes and events options.
If you love to exploring the city by going beyond the popular tourist attractions, then contact the Local Montreal Tours. This tour operating agency is known for offering the unique walking tours of the popular regions in the city and allow you to explore the hidden gems in Montreal. Though the tours can take a few hours, but they will totally be worth it. Opt for the regular guided tours of the hidden gems and local artisans' shops or enjoy a gastronomic journey by exploring the restaurants and pubs of the town, you are in for a good time.
The Three Musketeers microbrewery has made a lot of noise in the Canadian brewing scene. Sourcing local ingredients, Les Trois Mousquetaires crafts high-end brews, using some of the best malts there ever are. With years of expertise in craft beers, each blend on their menu is richly brewed, ranging from the usual to the 'Grand Cuvée'. LTM's calling cards are some of their signature beers, like the Pale ale américaine consisting signature American hops and Mailblock, a blond lager which is a hark to Bavarian brewing traditions. Over time, the brewery has also garnered many a Canadian Beer Awards and World Beer Awards for an array of brews.