The best months to visit Montréal are May – Oct. 15–28°C, festivals galore.
Quick facts
Currency CAD (C$) 1 USD ≈ 1.36 CAD
Language French / English Bilingual city, French dominant
Timezone EST (UTC−5) EDT (UTC−4) in summer
Best Months May – Oct 15–28°C, festivals galore
Daily Budget ~$70–120 USD C$95–165 budget–midrange
Visa eTA or visa-free 6 months for most nationalities
When to go
A French-speaking island city where cobblestone lanes open onto world-class festivals, 3am bars, and the best food scene in Canada.
Getting Around in Montréal
- STM Metro: 4 lines, clean and reliable. Runs 5:30am–1am (1:30am weekends). OPUS card (C$6) + weekly pass (C$29)
- Bixi bikes: C$1 unlock + C$0.10/min or C$6 day pass. 800+ stations citywide. Flat terrain makes cycling easy
- Walking is the best way to explore. The Plateau, Mile End, and Old Montréal are all walkable between each other
For itineraries, costs and practical travel advice, see the full Montréal travel guide.
Timezone: EST (UTC−5) (EDT (UTC−4) in summer)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Montréal?
The best months to visit Montréal are May – Oct (15–28°C, festivals galore), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Montréal budget breakdown.
