Timeline
15:22
Grab a coffee at Café des Amis. It is just one minute from the park entrance and open until 17:00, giving you plenty of time before the sun goes down.
15:57
Walk into Mount Royal Park. Head up to the Belvédère for the best view on the city. The artificial lake and wood paths lead you right to the vantage point.
16:37
Watch the sunset. On 15 January the sun sets at 16:37 toward the WSW, casting a warm glow over Montreal.
17:07
End your evening with a martini and 'Pop Food' at Santos. This cafe-by-day and bar-by-night spot is just one minute from the museum area, keeping the walk short after your time in the park.
Local tip
Check the route if you need to get back to the main streets after Santos. The park is large, so allow time to find your way down.
Check before you go
- Café des Amis closes at 17:00 on weekdays and weekends, so arrive early enough to order before then.
- Santos is open from 17:00 to 03:00, making it a perfect late-night stop after sunset.
Worth knowing
- Santos is open at 17:07 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Montreal (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).