Recently Viewed
MTL Detours Montreal Underground City + Downtown Tour
4.8
115 Ratings
Montréal
Minimum age to attend is 12 years old. All participants require a paid ticket. This is an exclusive small-group tour with a maximum of only 10-12 people. MTL Detours, founded in Montreal, is a 100% locally owned + operated small independent tour company.
Minimum age to attend is 12 years old. All participants require a paid ticket. This is an exclusive small-group tour with a maximum of only 10-12 people. MTL Detours, founded in Montreal, is a 100% locally owned + operated small independent tour company.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Underground City - Discover and view significant tunnels, architecture, and public art within Montreal’s RESO Underground City.
- Centre-Ville (Downtown) - Visit various indoor and outdoor attractions in the core of downtown Montreal.
- Underground City - Discover and view significant tunnels, architecture, and public art within Montreal’s RESO Underground City.
- Centre-Ville (Downtown) - Visit various indoor and outdoor attractions in the core of downtown Montreal.
What's Included
- A unique parting gift
- Minimum age to attend is 12 years old. All participants require a paid ticket.
- Local, certified guide with city permit
- Local taxes
- MTL Detours, founded in Montreal, is a 100% locally owned + operated small independent tour company
- MTL Detours List of Recommendations for things to discover in the area and in Montreal
- A unique parting gift
- Minimum age to attend is 12 years old. All participants require a paid ticket.
- Local, certified guide with city permit
- Local taxes
- MTL Detours, founded in Montreal, is a 100% locally owned + operated small independent tour company
- MTL Detours List of Recommendations for things to discover in the area and in Montreal
What's Not Included
- Although not mandatory, a tip/gratuity for your guide is customary and is very appreciated!
- Hotel pick up + drop off. Guests must make their own way to out meeting location.
- Although not mandatory, a tip/gratuity for your guide is customary and is very appreciated!
- Hotel pick up + drop off. Guests must make their own way to out meeting location.
Additional Information
- Minimum age to attend is 12 years old. All participants require a paid ticket.
- The tour includes some outdoor portions to see outside points of interest. Please dress appropriately for the outdoor weather conditions.
- This tour involves 2 hours of walking. The distance covered is approximately 4 km (2.5 mi). There are staircases (mostly going down)…
- Minimum age to attend is 12 years old. All participants require a paid ticket.
- The tour includes some outdoor portions to see outside points of interest. Please dress appropriately for the outdoor weather conditions.
- This tour involves 2 hours of walking. The distance covered is approximately 4 km (2.5 mi). There are staircases (mostly going down) and escalators on the route.
- Not suitable for travelers with any mobility issues, impairments or serious medical conditions due to the amount of walking involved and the pace.
- The small-group tour is available in English. Private tours are available in English or French. Please contact us to inquire.
- This tour is owned and operated by MTL Detours Montreal Walking Tours mtldetours.ca
Location
Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth
Boulevard René-Lévesque Ouest
Please meet next to the Concierge Desk in the lobby of the Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel. Please arrive 10 minutes before the start, tour begins on time.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(115 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Voyager728752
Dec 15, 2024
Friendly, interesting and informative. Great way to learn how to navigate Montreal and stay warm. - Martin was a great tour guide with great tips and insight into navigating the underground network.
Moved through the tour at a nice pace.
Enjoyed the tour a great deal.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Adventure38425417843
Dec 14, 2024
A great intro to Montreal and the reso! - Catherine was informative and friendly. Tour was entertaining and interesting. Guide welcomed many questions. Highly recommended
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Hanna_u
Dec 11, 2024
Great introduction to Montréal - I had the pleasure of joining this tour with Isabelle, who was an incredibly friendly and knowledgeable guide. She shared fascinating insights that truly enriched the experience. The tour served as an excellent starting point to explore Montréal and gave me a deeper appreciation for the city. Highly recommended!
Review provided by Viator
Wander736888
Dec 10, 2024
Learning how to navigate Montreal's Underground - Gabriela was awesome. Very knowledgeable and pointed out many things I was interested in. Was also very helpful with navigation of the underground which was important for me.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Felishia_i
Nov 30, 2024
Learning on the move - She was a very good presenter speaker and historian. We were on our feet but I learned a lot. There was no way I could do it on my own as a visitor. She walked us through the underground, buildings, explained the map and spoke English and French when appropriate. She is aware of different cultures and a good sense of humor. She was motivating and kept her smile the entire time. She also gave us good suggestions on places to eat. Wonderful, and worth the price! She kept her walks moving but she looked back to make sure all levels and speeds stayed together.
Review provided by Viator
D1446jtconniel
Nov 30, 2024
Great tour! - Experiencing RESO with Catherine as our tour guide was exceptional! We learned so much about the history of the 'underground city' and of other historical sites along the way. Catherine was very friendly, extremely knowledgeable, and kept us moving throughout the two hour tour. We highly recommend this tour for other visitors who want to experience such a unique opportunity!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Christina_d
Nov 30, 2024
Book it! - Do yourself a favor and book this tour first on your trip. Martin showed us how to navigate the underground system which would have saved us after walking around in the cold and rain the day before. He was knowledgeable and friendly. Definitely worth it for the navigational knowledge!
Review provided by Viator
595gerryt
Nov 27, 2024
Well, worth it - Isabella was a great host. I found the tour both entertaining and informative. Well worth it. I would recommend it for friends and family.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Sharon_a
Nov 4, 2024
Absolutely without a doubt Incredible, The first hand experience of life underground n how it’s connected - The depth of knowledge and how well it was articulated to keep us focused. Loved the fact that she allowed the opportunity to asked questions, or would go over something, that needed clarification. She was patient n very personable. Sorry I forgot her name, but I would definitely would be part of her tour anytime.
Review provided by Viator
Rodgerp43
Oct 27, 2024
A comprehensive user’s guide to Montréal’s Underground City - During previous trips to Montréal, I walked through the Underground City on my way to various destinations; however, I only gained a disjointed view of the tunnels. Martin, our tour guide, took us on a comprehensive, logical tour of the Underground City. Consequently, I developed a holistic view of the amazingly extensive concourse.
He explained the Underground City’s history in detail; how the tunnels are managed (by individual building owners, not the city of Montréal); access to useful destinations from the tunnels (e.g., Eaton Centre, food courts, shopping centers, Métro connections, etc.); and directional signage (often confusing).
Furthermore, before descending underground, he pointed out historic buildings. He explained that the first section of the tunnel opened under Montreal’s first skyscraper, Place Ville Marie.
Martin arrived on time, spoke clearly, was well organized, answered questions, and was very friendly. The tour entails a considerable amount of walking; however, the terrain is level.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
