The Paris of North America, alive with French-speaking culture — famed for the Old Port and the jazz festival. Old Montreal's European stone buildings and cobblestones are romantic, while the Plateau Mont-Royal is a bohemian hub of indie boutiques and cafes. Summer jazz festivals and the underground city (RÉSO) in winter are unique draws, and as a food city, smoked meat and bagels are musts.
Best Season
June-September is the best time to visit. The Jazz Festival and Just for Laughs season in June and July are especially lively.
Budget
Daily budget around KRW 150,000-250,000 (accommodation 80,000-150,000; food 40,000-60,000; transport and admissions 30,000-40,000).
Transport
About 45 minutes from Trudeau Airport to downtown on the 747 airport bus. STM metro and buses make getting around the city easy. SIM cards (Fizz, Videotron) available at the airport. Card payments are standard; tipping is 15-18%. French is the official language, but English is widely spoken in tourist areas.
Visa
Korean passport holders need an eTA approved in advance (stays of up to 6 months).
Safety
One of Canada's safest big cities. Basic care with your belongings is all you need.
Popular attractions in Montreal
Notre-Dame Basilica
A spectacular Neo-Gothic basilica with a stunning blue vaulted ceiling and stained glass.
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Old Montreal
A historic district where 17th-century French colonial stone buildings and cobblestone streets remain.
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Mount Royal Park
The hill the city is named after — the summit offers a sweeping view of Montreal's skyline.
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Signature food of Montreal
Smoked Meat Sandwich
🍱 TraditionalA traditional sandwich with Montreal-style smoked beef piled on rye bread. CA$12-20 per serving. Schwartz's Deli (since 1928) is the iconic original.
Montreal Bagel
🍢 Street FoodMontreal-style bagels — boiled in honey water and then baked over a wood fire. CA$1-3 each. Fairmount Bagel (since 1919) and St-Viateur Bagel are the two legendary shops.
Poutine
🍢 Street FoodFries topped with gravy and cheese curds — Quebec's beloved dish served at its finest in Montreal. CA$8-15. La Banquise (open 24 hours) is the go-to spot.