We will be providing shuttles to transport our guests to and from La Sucrerie de la Montagne, which is located in Rigaud. Pick up location for the shuttle will be near Hotel St. Sulpice.

Montreal is a city that caters to everyone. There are markets, cafes and iconic dishes for food lovers, cobbled streets in Old Montreal for history buffs, and routes along the river or up Mount Royal for those who love the outdoors. With a mix of culture, nightlife and green spaces, there’s plenty to explore alongside our wedding celebrations which will bring you to the mountains, the water, and the city.

Vieux-Port (Old Port) might be Montreal’s most touristy corner, but there’s a reason people keep coming back. The cobbled streets, river views and mix of French and British architecture give it a charm that’s hard to resist pulling out the camera for, especially around its most famous landmark, the Notre-Dame Basilica. If you can, catch the evening Aura light show inside the basilica when the whole building feels transformed into an otherworldly wonder.

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An iconic landmark that gave the city its namesake, Mount Royal sits right at the heart of the city and is a much-loved green escape. Parc du Mont-Royal’s zigzag paths lead uphill to Beaver Lake and the Kondiaronk Belvedere, where the skyline views are some of the best in the whole city. Mount Royal Park was designed by the renowned American landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted (who also co-designed New York's Central Park). He was commissioned in 1874 to transform the mountain into an urban sanctuary, officially opening the park in 1876.

Built to host the 1976 Summer Games, the Montreal Olympic Park remains a beloved sports hub for the city, with most of the venues still hosting sporting events. Whether you want to admire the city from atop the world’s highest inclined tower, attend a sporting event in the park, wander the park’s Morgan Trail, or even go rock climbing or skateboarding – there is something for everyone.

Ask locals which neighborhood is best and you’ll likely start a debate, so it’s best to explore and decide for yourself. From the winding streets and spiral staircases of Le Plateau to Mile End’s food spots and Jean-Talon Market, each area is distinct and unique. Downtown means shopping along Sainte-Catherine, while Griffintown and Saint-Henri buzz with activity (and paddle boats) beside the Lachine Canal. Further afield, Verdun offers its own stretch of beach and even surf-able waves!

Montreal’s food scene is layered – it's shaped by French roots, global influences and a deep love of fresh produce. Come hungry because this is a city that takes its love of eating seriously.

If you want to understand Montreal through its food, there’s nowhere better to start than in the Plateau and Mile End. Independent cafes spill onto the pavements and bakeries are scattered throughout – you will be spoiled for choice.

For something more traditional, head to the Jean-Talon Market in Little Italy. The market is packed with local growers, cheesemongers and bakers, and the stalls are often piled high with seasonal produce. Grab something fresh and wander around.

As the sun dips, the tourist-filled Old Montreal softens into something more intimate. Behind the historic facades are candlelit dining rooms, cosy wine bars and terraces that are alive with conversation late into the night. It’s the kind of place where one glass easily turns into two and dinner happily stretches on.

If you want to immerse yourself in local culinary creations – these are some unforgettable delicacies. Poutine – crisp fries, cheese curds and gravy – is comfort food at its finest. And then there are Montreal-style bagels, which are smaller, sweeter and wood-fired and ideally eaten when fresh and warm.

Getting around Montreal is straightforward, with the metro covering four lines that link downtown to all the major tourist hubs and transport links. Whether you prefer streets or waterways, you can also rent a car, hop in a taxi, or take a water taxi along the Saint Lawrence River between the Old Port, Parc Jean-Drapeau and Longueuil. However, the best way to travel is to acquire a helmet and rip around on two wheels. Montreal boasts over 780 kilometres of bike paths and is regarded as one of the most cycle-friendly cities in the world. With Bixi bikes galore, it’s a brilliant way to see the city at your own pace.