Stay : In Montreal, Saint-Laurent from south to north

This boulevard serves as a "border" between east and west, separating English-speaking people from French-speaking ones. The massive arrival of Russian Jews, who settled there from 1881, made Yiddish the language used in this area. Other ethnic groups gradually settled on this boulevard: Chinese, Portuguese, Spanish, Jewish, Italian people, etc. It remains the most cosmopolitan main road in Montreal, a reflection of the identity and history of the young metropolis.

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Detail of the stay : In Montreal, Saint-Laurent from south to north - 3 days

  • BANQ - GRANDE BIBLIOTHÈQUE
  • PARC JARRY

Day 1: Chinatown

Steps: Montréal

Morning: At the corner of Rue Viger, in the south, Chinatown is the third largest in the country after Vancouver and Toronto. The first Chinese newcomers settled in Montreal in the 1860s, escaping the tough working conditions in the western gold mines or in the railway construction sites. This area was beautified by the reconstruction of the Rue de la Gauchetière, partly reserved for pedestrians. Notice the two Chinese arches that span it. On the Rue Saint-Urbain, wall sculptures illustrate Chinese legends, including that of the Monkey King. Other attractions including the small park dedicated to Sun Yat Sen and the Wing House on Rue Côté, the oldest in the neighbourhood, are also to see.

Lunch break and afternoon: To fully live the experience, visit one of the many restaurants serving the famous Dim Sum, Cantonese version of the brunch. Then devote part of the afternoon to visit the various shops. You will surely do very good business there. However, be careful about quality! Then head to the Latin Quarter, to the Grande Bibliothèque du Québec (Maisonneuve corner). Many books, dealing with cultural diversity and multiculturalism, will show you the great periods of immigration to the country.

Dinner and evening: Discover the flavours of the Confusion Tapas du Monde restaurant, located a few steps from the Grande Bibliothèque, and end the evening in the neighbourhood.

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BANQ - GRANDE BIBLIOTHÈQUE

Day 2: Jewish quarter and flamenco

Steps: Montréal

Morning: From the Sherbrooke metro station, cross the Carré Saint-Louis, surrounded by beautiful period residences, with a magnificent cast-iron fountain dating back to 1849. Then take the Prince-Arthur pedestrian street before ending up in Saint-Laurent, which you will follow until the Rachel Street. This part is home to the Spanish and Portuguese communities, but there is also a wide range of ethnic shops: Hungarian deli meat, European groceries, Caribbean exotic fruit market, etc.

Lunch break and afternoon: for the meal, let yourself be inspired by the signs that surround you. Follow your way to Fairmount Street in the Jewish Quarter. Don't leave without filling up with fresh bagels, a specialty of the neighbourhood.

Dinner and evening: go back, a little south of Saint-Joseph Street, and treat yourself to a tasty paella at La Sala Rossa. Every Thursday evening, flamenco shows are presented there free of charge. You can also finish the evening just opposite, to Casa del Popolo.

Day 3: Little Italy

Steps: Montréal

Morning: visit Marché Jean-Talon (Jean-Talon metro) to smell the perfumes of the world, meet local artisans and immerse yourself in different culinary trends. Plan some shopping for a picnic.

Lunch break and afternoon: a few minute-walk to the north, you can find the large Jarry Park. We recommend that you spend a few hours there. Go south to discover Little Italy. Espresso lovers, Café Italia is your destination in Saint-Laurent (the Café Conco d'Oro on Dante Street is also highly recommended).

Dinner and evening: no doubt that you will find a good Italian restaurant, in Saint-Laurent or Dante. To beautifully end your day, the Vices & Versa bistro bar offers a menu entirely made up of Quebec beers. Cheers!

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