Montreal's Golden Square Mile: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Montreal, Canada
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1 hour 45 minutes
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Offered in: EnglishA self-guided walking tour discovering Montréal’s Golden Square Mile, a symbol of the city’s wealth and elegance.
This 75-minute walking tour reveals the city’s glamorous past and the powerful families who shaped it, including the McGills and the Molsons.
Highlights include Crescent street, the Leonard Cohen “Tower of Songs” mural, and iconic sites like the Bell Centre arena and the McCord Stewart Museum. You’ll also see The Ring at Place Ville Marie, the Roddick Memorial Gates at McGill University, and the historic Mount Royal Club.
Blending old-world charm with modern flair, the Golden Square Mile offers fascinating stories, remarkable architecture, and plenty of spots to shop and dine, making it a must-see in downtown Montréal.
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
- Smartphone and headphones
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This tour starts at Montreal Cenotaph, Montreal, Quebec H3B 2V4, Canada. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
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The tour ends at the Centre Bell, next to Windsor station.
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Start your tour at a public monument commemorating the First and Second World Wars and the Korean War.
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The Monument Macdonald - a tribute to Canada's inaugural Prime Minister, sculpted by George Edward Wade.
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Mary The Queen Of The World Cathedral
Walk past the third largest church in Quebec, an impressive representation of Montreal's religious heritage
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Catch a glimpse of a majestic building that played a covert role in safeguarding Britain's gold reserves and negotiable foreign securities.
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Boer War Memorial
Hear about a tribute to heroes as you pass this memorial of the Boer War, a conflict that took place in South Africa from 1899 to 1902
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Stroll along the vibrant heart of downtown Montreal and one of the longest and most bustling streets in North America.
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Enjoy the 30-meter stainless steel installation suspended above the Esplanade PVM staircase as you walk by.
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Pass by the hotel where A bed-in, lasting a week, was held. John Lennon and Yoko Ono chose Room 1742 as the venue for their peaceful protest and inspired the renowned anti-war song "Give Peace a Chance".
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Pass by a remarkable Anglican Gothic Revival cathedral, serving as the mother church for the Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
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Walk by as you learn about an intriguing place that commemorates the rich history and diverse population of the city.
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Stroll along McTavish street, a prominent street of the Golden Square Mile and named after Simon McTavish, a prosperous fur trader and esteemed member of the North West Company.
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Pass by one of the most esteemed museums in Canada, boasting an extensive collection of nearly 47,000 artworks.
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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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