Sabor De Montreal: Latina Travel Guide

Embarking on my adventures through 43 countries, Montreal, with its European flair, remained a tantalizing mystery until my friend Elise who I met while traveling in Montenegro intervened. In “Sabor De Montreal: Latina Travel Guide,” I blend personal anecdotes as a Montreal tourist with Elise’s local insights to present an insider’s perspective on this captivating city.

With Elise as my guide, I traversed Montreal’s diverse neighborhoods, sampling its culinary delights and uncovering local known gems. Join me as I share the highlights of my time in Montreal, from the enchanting sights to the mouthwatering flavors that define Montreal’s unique charm.

Sabor De Montreal: Latina Travel Guide Table Of Contents

Plan Your Sabor De Montreal Visit

Flight	Stay	Do	Drive
Skyscanner	Hotellook	GetYourGuide	Rentalcars.com

Montreal Travel Tips

Money Accepted:	Credit cards are accepted in most places, which means that you won’t need to carry cash.
Safety In Montreal:	As a Latina female traveler from a big city, I felt very safe exploring Montreal solo.
Friendly To Tourists/Latinas:	Montreal embodies ‘Canada Nice’—warm, friendly, everywhere.
Length Of Stay:	In Montreal, I suggest spending 4-5 days. This will give you time to explore leisurely and add a few activities and tours.

Transportation Options in Montreal

Fly	Getting to Montreal couldn’t be simpler, given its status as a major Canadian city with numerous flights and airlines servicing the area. Find your flight to Montreal using Skyscanner – It’s the most popular and trustworthy for flights.
Train/Bus	Public transportation within the city is doable. I would recommend you purchase a seven day public transportation pass in Montreal for the best way to cover the city. If you plan to travel between cities, use Omio. It is your best bet for reliable and affordable travel in Canada using buses.
Car Rental	Consider renting a car in Montreal for easy access to nearby attractions like Mont Tremblant and the Laurentian Mountains. Book your car rental.
Car Share	Uber operates in Montreal with plenty of drivers for easy transportation options straight from your phone.

Essential Montreal Sights & Activities

– Walk around Le Plateau neighborhood and check out the cool street art. – Explore the Mile-end neighborhood – Full of shops, cafes and quaint homes in this multicultural hub. – Old Montreal – To see the historic area of the city, then head here and feel like you have been transported to Paris. Hop on a scooter and see this area with this Montreal scooter tour. – Habitat 67 – Just outside of the city center is this cool residential complex worth checking out for those who enjoy funky architecture. I found it grand and worth the trip. – Check out Le Village on Main Street – This is the largest LGBTQ neighborhood in North America and offers tons of nightlife options. – Cruise along the Lachine Canal on an exclusive Electric Boat Tour – Hike Mont Royal, Montreal’s largest greenspace and check out the cross on the top for great views of the city. – Grab a bloody mary at a bar. (Bloody’s are a thing in Canada) – Dance the night away in Le Petite Patrie. – Check out the nightly events in the gardens of Gardins Gamelin. – Don’t miss a visit to the lively boardwalk of Village Au Pied du Courant

Montreal Bites To Try

McAuslan Brewery – Enjoy a drink in their outdoor patio area. Santropol Café – Quint outdoor garden cafe that is a wonderful option for lunch. St. Viature Bagel – Best bagels in the city, hands down! Learn to cook these yourself with this Montreal Bagel Making Workshop. Crew Collective Cafe – Cool co-working space near old Montreal. A nice spot for coffee or lunch. La Banquis – Poutin heaven and also the best in the city with a variety of topping selections. I went for the classic. Maison Indian Curry – BYOB curry house offering delicious Indian cuisine that showcases the diversity of food available in Montreal but Canada as a whole.

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