We were worried that we wouldn't be able to endure the cold of a walking tour outside in Montreal in March, where there is still snow on the ground, and a very windy day! But despite the weather, we really enjoyed this tour, learning all about Canadian artists, muralists, street taggers, and the welcoming arts scene in Montreal! So many diverse stories told in the art, including tiny "diamonds" of mirrors left on street corners, like a Banksy secret art statement! This will be a great tour to take in the warmer months; we recommend it!

Gabriella was the best guide! She was expertly knowledgeable in all aspects of this tour, as well as Montréal in general. We started at Notre Dame Basilica, traveled to the financial district, traveled a small section of the underground, Chinatown, old Red Light district (now Quartier de Spectacles), ending in Plateau district with wonderful murals. The group was treated to the most delicious Bao in Chinatown and a lovely cup of coffee at tours end. Gabriella made sure we were safe and out of the way when she stopped along sidewalks to describe various points of interest. This 3 hr tour was varied and in-depth. It lasted a bit longer due to so much snow which made walking a bit difficult at times. Yet, Gabriella never hurried us along or cut her history lessons short. Brava Gabriella!!

Great tour by an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide! Danny has still got it after more than a decade. Our family loves the inside scoop on the Quebec artist culture. Looking forward to doing the new food tour in Philly soon!

I've done two different tours with them and they were both great! Very nice way to discover the city if you're visiting, or like myself, explore a different side of the city you live in.

What an experience! Gaby was incredible! We went out during a blizzard (harsh winds and extreme snow) and she did not skip a beat. She did a great job tailoring the trip to the conditions and was extremely knowledgeable. We had a great time learning about the history and culture of the city and just felt very taken care of. Gaby took us off the beaten path and gave us some great recommendations. Without a doubt - highly recommend!

Gaby was a superhero for our tour- the weather was blizzard conditions and she still made sure we all had so much fun, stayed comfortable and saw and learned a ton. It was a great blend of history, architecture, culture and just general vibes. Going to recommend this operator to everyone I know who comes to Montreal!

Gabby was a fantastic guide. I learned so much about the places we visited and left with a greater appreciation for the city and its history. Gabby shared amazing stories about the city and people in a way that really engaged everyone on the tour without being overwhelmed with information. Loved the tour of the old city and Chinatown and really enjoyed the street art. I would highly recommend this tour!!

We had a great time on this tour! Rod was an incredible guide; energetic, friendly and full of information about Montreal and all of our incredible stops! We ate great food...and more great food...saw great sights and had the absolute best coffee and the most delicious chocolate. And the cannolis... (I bought extra for the journey ; ) Thank you Spade and Palacio and a BIG thanks to ROD!!

Chris was an excellent guide, especially given that we chose a very cold Montreal day! He kept my family of four, including 12 and 14 year olds, informed, entertained and warm. We saw many sights we would have missed on our own and each picked up different facts that Chris shared. Highly recommend to get an overview of Montreal!

I actually booked a food tour before seeing this BTB experience offered, and I quickly switched! What awesome reviews! And mine will be in line because this exclusive was so memorable! Gabby, our guide was incredible! She shared great Montrèal history in the form of stories. The way she shared was exciting- it wasn’t bogged down with dates and years. She connected Montreal history with what else was going on in the world, which I really appreciated! She gave us insider info like where to find the best Korean beauty products and what to do with the rest of our day (Restaurant Beijing for dinner, where she spent weekly dinners as a kiddo!) Popping in and out of places was seamless! It was bone chilling cold that day, and Gabby made sure to pop inside places to keep us all warm. We even got the rare chance to see the elevator in the middle of Notre Dame Basilica! It was so cool-we were seated RIGHT THERE! There were several stops along the way- some with time to explore (Eva B vintage!) and some just a quick story (The Two Snobs!). The snacks were delicious, but those treats were closer to the middle and end of the experience. Make sure you eat breakfast and maybe even bring a coffee! This is not a “food tour”. There is food ON this tour. I cannot recommend this experience enough! I have such a better understanding of Montreal history and a great sense of direction for Must See/Must Try spots!

This was a super interesting and self contained tour in the Plateau neighborhood of Montreal. Led by Gabriella, we saw a wide selection of murals commissioned by local and global over the years as part of a yearly festival. It was fun and interesting, and we got lots of great photos.

Danielle was amazing. Soo knowledgeable about art and very friendly. Our group were all Americans and she was wonderful! Soo recommend doing this!

Melanie (Mel) was such a wonderful guide! Despite the cold weather, this tour was so worth it. It gives you an idea of Montréal from the history to unique spots to tourist spots. They gave a recommendation list at the end! Superb

We did this tour on our first full day in Montreal - it was the best decision ever. We covered all the main areas and felt comfortable exploring more afterward. It was a small group, so we felt we were with a group of friends rather than a massive impersonal tour. Mel, our guide, was fantastic. She answered all our questions and kindly shared her knowledge of this beautiful city.

We loved our tour guide he was easy to get along with and had a great pace which didn’t rush and allowed any questions. Choice of samplings was great.