MONT R É A L A World-Class Cruise Destination With an irresistible mix of European chic, cutting-edge culture and a cool urban vibe, Montréal has long been a preferred vacation spot. These same qualities also help to make the city a world-class cruise destination that cannot be missed before, during or after a cruise on the Saint-Lawrence River.
INVITING In an age when travellers demand as much from their time ashore as they do from their experience on deck, a stop in North America’s most European city can help cruise lines give guests just what they want—the chance to feel the embrace of another culture. Known for the warm welcome it extends to visitors and celebrated for its passion and joie de vivre, Montréal is as vibrant as it is unique. The city’s chorus of influences— including French, English and many others—can be heard in the variety of languages spoken on the street and seen in architectural marvels that include everything from old-world to modern structures, in traditional and avant-garde styles.
LIVELY With an incredible variety of recreational activities, cultural attractions and fine restaurants, there’s something in Montréal for everyone. Visitors can expect great entertainment at the slot machines, gaming tables and restaurants of the Casino de Montréal. A hotbed of creativity and a patron of the arts, the city is known for its exciting, diverse line-up of festivals that runs from May to October, drawing droves of people into the streets to join in communal celebration. With a flair for fashion and a passion for food, the city is a paradise for shoppers and foodies alike.
MODERN Montréal’s extensive métro (subway) and bus system is safe, efficient, clean and accessible to persons with reduced mobility, making the city easy for visitors to venture off on their own. For those who prefer a guided on-shore experience, tour programs catering to a wide range of interests are available in abundance. As a cruise arrival and departure point, passengers can move port-to-airport easily by taking the downtown—airport 747 Express bus, which features 24-hour service, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.