Montreal Weekend Trip: An Itinerary With Restaurants To Try

Home to the world-famous Cirque du Soleil, Montreal is North America’s top host city for international events, going as far as to host the Olympics in 1976, the first ever held in Canada.

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Whether exploring the Notre Dame Basilica of Montreal and its stunning architecture or strolling through the vibrant Montreal Botanical Garden, there are plenty of fun attractions to head out on a Montreal weekend trip!

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Day 1 - Breakfast At Eggspectation

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Tour The Notre Dame Basilica of Montreal

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Montreal Underground City

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Dinner At Monarque

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Day 2 - Breakfast At Canard Café

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