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Lonely PlanetSep 27

Taking the Train from Toronto to Montréal (What You Need to Know)

Looking to see more of Canada? Discover how to take the train along the St Lawrence River from Toronto to Montréal.

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VIA RailPlacedaily trains between Toronto and Montréal use modern carriages
Gare CentraleSightstation in the center of Montréal with 1940s friezes
Basilique-Cathédrale Marie-Reine-du-MondeSightmodeled after St Peter’s Basilica in Rome
Bonaventure metro stationPlaceOrange Line metro station in Montréal
Vieux-MontréalNeighborhoodhistoric old city in Montréal
BixiPlacebikeshare scheme in Montréal
747 Express busPlacebus to Montréal-Trudeau International Airport
Mile EndNeighborhood
Quartier LatinNeighborhood
PlateauNeighborhood
Little ItalyNeighborhood
Elsewhere
Union StationSightToronto, Canadahistoric beaux-arts masterpiece from 1927 in downtown Toronto
Waterfront neighborhoodNeighborhoodToronto, Canadaeasily reached by subway, bus, suburban train or taxi
UP ExpressPlaceToronto, Canadatrain from Toronto Pearson International Airport
Bike Share TorontoPlaceToronto, Canadacycle stations right by Union Station
City HallSightKingston, Canadain Kingston
Kingston PenitentiaryMuseumKingston, Canadamoody prison in Kingston
Fort HenrySightKingston, Canadabuilt during the War of 1812 to protect dockyards
Bellevue HouseMuseumKingston, Canadaformer home of Canada’s first prime minister
Thousand Islands National ParkPlaceGananoque, Canadapark accessible from Gananoque and Brockville

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Lonely PlanetSep 15

10 Top Things to Eat in Montréal Right Now

Spiced poutine, vegan sushi, creamy cannoli and more.

Original location for Falafel Yoni.

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Mile EndNeighborhoodOriginal location for Falafel Yoni.
Petite ItalieNeighborhoodLocation of Pasticceria Alati-Caserta.
St-HenriNeighborhoodLocation of Satay Brothers restaurant.
Ma Poule MouilléeRestaurantPortuguese chicken poutine with chouriço and piripiri gravy.
Parc La FontaineParkEnjoy poutine on a picnic blanket.
Schwartz’s DeliRestaurantIconic shop for Montréal-style smoked meat sandwich.
St Laurent BlvdNeighborhoodThe Main, where Schwartz's Deli is located.
Falafel YoniFast foodTiny, freshly fried chickpea balls in a pita.
VerdunNeighborhoodLocation for Falafel Yoni.
Atwater MarketMarketLocation for Falafel Yoni and Satay Brothers.
St-Viateur BagelBakeryBoiled in honey water, lighter than New York bagels.
FairmountBakeryBagel spot, open since 1919.
Marché Méli-MéloRestaurantServes stellar Haitian griot from a supermarket counter.
VillerayNeighborhoodSupermarket location for Marché Méli-Mélo.
Parc JarryParkTerrific option to linger after takeout.
Pasticceria Alati-CasertaRestaurantPastry shop serving crunchy sweet cannoli.
Boulangerie Cheskie’sRestaurantKosher bakery known for chocolate babka and cheese crowns.
OutrementNeighborhoodLocation of Boulangerie Cheskie’s.
Satay BrothersRestaurantSingaporean street food restaurant with pork bao buns.
SantropolCaféRestaurant with an art-filled interior and garden.
MomoCaféVegan sushi restaurant with chic dining.
Carré St LouisParkPark near Momo restaurant.
Coco RicoRestaurant
RomadosRestaurant
Mont RoyalSight

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Lonely PlanetJul 24

12 things to do in Montréal and the best way to do them

Late-night partying, live music events, and many local dishes to try: here are Montréal

Mix of trendy restaurants and Jewish institutions.

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Mile EndNeighborhoodMix of trendy restaurants and Jewish institutions.
Old MontréalNeighborhoodOld Montreal is a historic neighbourhood within the municipality of Montreal in the province of Quebec, Canada.
Basilique Notre-DamePlace of worshipHistoric building in Old Montréal.
Place Jacques-CartierSightSquare in Old Montréal.
Le PlateauNeighborhoodDreamiest architecture and thrift shopping along the Main.
Blvd St LaurentNeighborhoodThrift shopping along this street.
Petite ItalieNeighborhoodFabulous food stalls at Marché Jean-Talon.
Marché Jean-TalonMarketFabulous food stalls.
St-HenriNeighborhoodTrendy neighborhood restaurants and Canal de Lachine stroll.
Canal de LachineTrailStroll along this canal.
Gay VillageNeighborhoodFor all-night partying, especially during Fierté Montréal.
Fierté MontréalFestivalPride festival in August.
Tours MontréalPlaceLeads tours to Old Port, Gay Village, Mile End, Downtown.
Parc Jean-DrapeauParkSite of Expo 67, hosts festivals and amusement park.
BiosphèreMuseumEnvironmental museum housed in the US pavilion.
Habitat 67SightSurprising architectural feat offering guided tours.
Piknic ÉlektronicFestivalMini-electronic music festival on summer weekends.
La RondeTheme parkAmusement park.
Formula 1 Grand PrixFestivalAnnual event held at Parc Jean-Drapeau.
OsheagaFestivalThe festival takes place on six different stages with various audience capacities.
Espace Pour la ViePlaceGroup of attractions focusing on the natural universe.
BiodômeZooRecreates five natural habitats.
InsectariumMuseumEnter the world of creepy crawlies and butterflies.
Old PortPark
Île SoniqFestival

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Condé Nast TravelerJun 22

Montreal’s Once-Buzzy Mile End Has Remade Itself Once Again

A bagel pilgrimage, indie shows, and buzzy gastronomy await.

Neighborhood known for Jewish delis and music scene

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Mile EndNeighborhoodNeighborhood known for Jewish delis and music scene
Museum of Jewish MontrealMuseumOffers walking tours exploring Jewish history and cuisine
Île FlottanteRestaurantServes experimental, vegetable-forward tasting menus
MolenneRestaurantQuebecois brasserie with sourced Atlantic seafood
Sushi NishinokazeRestaurantEight-seat omakase with Michelin star
St-Viateur BagelsRestaurantHand-rolled, wood-fired, world-famous!
Fairmount BagelBakeryIn 1919, Isadore Shlafman arrived in Canada and opened the first bagel bakery in Montreal.
Wilensky's Light LunchRestaurantSoda fountain and Jewish deli unchanged since 1932
Café OlimpicoCaféItalian cafe known for espresso and bomboloni
Renzo SandwichRestaurantRetro Italian cafe serving mortadella-artichoke sandwiches
Le PlongeoirBarDive bar-inspired with natural wines and pool
Casa del PopoloBarMusic venue for intimate indie shows
La Sala RossaSightMusic venue for bigger acts like jazz and rock
Boulevard Saint-LaurentNeighborhoodStreet with boutiques and vintage shops
SecondePlaceUpscale vintage shop on Boulevard Saint-Laurent
RusePlaceSuper-curated vintage shop on Boulevard Saint-Laurent
AnnexPlaceVintage shop combining finds with local designer work
Style LaboPlaceShop for chic antiques and décor
Librairie Drawn & QuarterlyMarketDrawn & Quarterly is an internationally renowned publisher of the world's best cartoonists.
Olympic ParkParkOffers behind-the-scenes tours of Olympic history
McCord Stewart MuseumMuseumExhibit on summer games spirit through September
Montreal Museum of Fine ArtsMuseumExhibit on sports-inspired artwork through October
Formula 1 Canadian Grand PrixFestivalAnnual event drawing jet-set revelers in spring
UCI Road World ChampionshipsFestivalIn 1974, cycling fans around the world cheered as Montréal hosted the UCI Road World Championships .
Le Jardin des RosesPlaceSeasonal pop-up screening women's sports

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Taking the Train from Toronto to Montréal (What You Need to Know)

10 Top Things to Eat in Montréal Right Now

12 things to do in Montréal and the best way to do them

Montreal’s Once-Buzzy Mile End Has Remade Itself Once Again