UPDATE, August 2024: From exploring the best beaches accessible by metro or discovering a festival where you can eat 150 tacos in one day, Montreal is full of amazing and free things to do right now. Whether you are looking for cheap eats, where to find one of the many secret gardens or simply the best family-friendly activites, this list is for you.

This essential round-up of Montreal musts is your to-do list whether you’re a tourist or a local: from the best bars and speakeasies to the most stellar free museums—it rounds up the most outstanding things to do across the city.

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