Timeline
08:00
Meet at Parc Sir-Wilfrid-Laurier. It opens at 06:00, so at 08:00 it is quiet and perfect for a slow start.
08:15
Walk nine minutes to Méchants pinsons. This café opens at 07:00 on weekdays and 08:00 on weekends, making it the ideal spot for a fresh morning coffee and pastry before the crowds arrive.
08:45
Head to Dante Park, a short walk west. This small park is popular for its bocce court. It is a local favorite for a casual game or just watching the neighbors play.
09:15
Walk fifty-one minutes south to Parc du Mont-Royal. This immense urban park tops the hill that overlooks the city. Spend the rest of your morning wandering the paths and enjoying the view from the summit.
Local tip
The walk to Parc du Mont-Royal is a steady climb. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water. The park is vast, so take your time exploring the paths near the summit.
Check before you go
- Méchants pinsons opens at 07:00 on weekdays and 08:00 on weekends.
- Parc Sir-Wilfrid-Laurier is open from 06:00 to 00:00 daily.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Montreal (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).