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Currency
Canadian Dollar (CAD)
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Language
French and English
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Time Zone
EDT (UTC-4) / EST (UTC-5)
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Best Time to Visit
Jun–Oct
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Typical Duration
11-14 nights
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Price Range
From $1,519 pp
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Port Type
Departure & Port of Call
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Tender Port
No
Gateway to Canada's maritime provinces and the St. Lawrence River, offering cultural immersion in French-speaking Québec combined with scenic cruises through Atlantic Canada.
Cruises that visit Montréal, Québec
- cruises to Montréal, Québec
- Montréal, Québec sailings
- Montréal, Québec cruises
- 10-night Holland America Line cruise
- 10-night Holland America Line cruise
- 11-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 11-night Holland America Line cruise
- 11-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 11-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 11-night Silversea cruise
- 11-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 11-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 11-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 11-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 11-night Silversea cruise
- 11-night Holland America Line cruise
- 11-night Silversea cruise
- 12-night Seabourn cruise
- 12-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 12-night Silversea cruise
- 12-night Seabourn cruise
- 12-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 12-night Seabourn cruise
- 12-night Seabourn cruise
- 12-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 12-night Seabourn cruise
- 12-night Seabourn cruise
- 12-night Seabourn cruise
- 12-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 12-night Seabourn cruise
Build Your Day in Montréal, Québec
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 7:00 PM
Usually about 11 hours ashore
🛳 Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Getting around:
Vieux-Port de Montréal
A few things to do with kids, ski, science museum, walk along the river.
Jean Talon Market
There is a variety of different shops with friendly, welcoming people!
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM Thu
Mount Royal Park
What a gorgeous outdoor area full of lots of winter activities.
Montreal Eaton Centre
It’s spacious, clean, and offers a wonderful mix of shops to explore.
🕐 Open · Closes 9 PM
CF Carrefour Laval
All stores have exclusive collections and are well maintained.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Montreal Biodome
It’s immersive, educational, and fun for all ages.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Complexe Desjardins
The spacious layout and attractive decor enhance the shopping experience.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
La Fontaine Park
A bit overcrowded but lots of activities and performance to be found there.
Kondiaronk Belvedere
The arduous climb up the endless stairway is totally worth it.
Modavie
One of the best restaurant in Montréal.
The Biosphere, Environment Museum
Kid and adult friendly, lots of interactive and interesting activities!
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Place Montreal Trust
It's a quaint little mall with some great stores and most have fare prices.
🕐 Open · Closes 9 PM
Place Ville Marie
Good shops and excellent bars and restaurent.. Food court very good!
🕐 Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Thu
Montréal Underground City
The underground mall is a great option for rainy days.
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM Thu
Bar George
The atmosphere is immaculate, drinks are delicious, and staff is top-notch.
Au Pied de Cochon
Truly one of the best restaurants in Montréal, Québec, and Canada.
Le Bar Darling
Delicious cocktails, warm and fun atmosphere and good music
Bootlegger Cocktail Bar & Cuisine Montréal
Absolutely fantastic vibe, atmosphere and the best drinks and service
BOUILLON BILK
Hands down one of the best restaurants in Montreal
Les Cours Mont-Royal
Clean lots of opened stores
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Restaurant Jérôme Ferrer - Europea
One of the best restaurants in Montreal.
Bar Le Mal Nécessaire
Wicked cocktail place - great service, eclectic music and amazing drinks.
Le Pois Penché
One of the best Montreal restaurants!
World Trade Centre Montréal
Select fancy stores and good accessible food court :)
🕐 Closed · Opens 6 AM Thu
The Coldroom
Such a great space with delicious cocktails and an awesome speakeasy vibe!
Atwater Cocktail Club
Great vibe, excellent cocktails, and top-notch service.
Mad Hatter Pub
Greatest atmosphere, friendly staff, awesome music , downside very packed
Cloakroom Bar
Cool vibe, knowledgeable and friendly bar staff, custom-made drinks.
Le Majestique Montréal
This was one of my favorite dining experiences in Montreal!
MALT
Super fun atmosphere, very tasty drinks, and nice staff.
BARROCO
One of the best restaurants in Montreal.
Urban Outfitters
Great styles..all kinds of kitchy stuff..A little expensive
🕐 Open · Closes 9 PM
Jellyfish Montreal - restaurant
Arguably one of Montreal's best restaurants.
Holt Renfrew Ogilvy | Détaillant en mode designer, beauté et style de vie du Canada
Beautiful mall with high end stores - Hermes, Gucci, Prada, Chanel
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Île Flottante
By far the best restaurant I’ve been to in Montreal
Restaurant Mastard
One of the top restaurants I’ve ever been to in and outside of Montreal.
Le Vieux Montréal
Lots to do all year round regardless of your budget or none at all.
Bar Bisou Bisou
The cocktails were delicious, ambiance was great and the music was on point.
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
Montréal, Québec
is an embarkation port. Many cruises start or end here —
it's worth arriving a day early or extending your stay to explore beyond a single port day.
About Montréal, Québec
Montréal stands as a vibrant hub for cruise travel in eastern Canada, welcoming five major cruise lines including Holland America Line, Oceania Cruises, Seabourn, PONANT EXPLORATIONS, and Silversea. Whether you're embarking on your voyage or arriving as a port of call, you'll find an impressive selection of 81 upcoming cruises, with most itineraries spanning 11 nights. These sailings venture to some of Canada's most captivating destinations, including Quebec City, Halifax, Charlottetown, and Sydney, with peak travel occurring during the summer and early autumn months from June through October.
As you step ashore in this culturally rich city, you'll discover a distinctive blend of European charm and North American energy. The historic Old Port district welcomes visitors with cobblestone streets and waterfront charm, while the city's renowned culinary scene and vibrant neighborhoods offer endless exploration opportunities. Whether you have a few hours or a full day in port, Montréal provides the perfect balance of urban sophistication and accessible attractions for cruise passengers of all interests.
As you step ashore in this culturally rich city, you'll discover a distinctive blend of European charm and North American energy. The historic Old Port district welcomes visitors with cobblestone streets and waterfront charm, while the city's renowned culinary scene and vibrant neighborhoods offer endless exploration opportunities. Whether you have a few hours or a full day in port, Montréal provides the perfect balance of urban sophistication and accessible attractions for cruise passengers of all interests.
Cruise Lines at Montréal, Québec
- Holland America Line (29 cruises)
- Seabourn (22 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (17 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (16 cruises)
- Silversea (10 cruises)
Cruises Departing From Montréal, Québec
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Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Montréal a diverse metropolis?
Montréal blends European charm with North American energy, multilingual culture, festivals, cuisine, and vibrant neighborhoods.
What are must-see places in Montréal's Old Montréal?
Old Montréal features museums, Basilique Notre-Dame, cobblestone streets, and the historic port area.
When is the best time to visit Montréal for festivals?
Summer months host festivals, concerts, and fireworks, making it ideal for visitors.
How does Mont-Royal enhance Montréal's landscape?
Mont-Royal Park offers panoramic city views, trails, and green space near downtown.