Timeline
07:00
Walk to Westmount Park to find a quiet spot facing west. Arrive thirty minutes before sunrise to settle in and watch the sky lighten over Sherbrooke Street West.
08:00
Head to Chez Nick for a classic Montreal breakfast. This institution has been serving hamburgers and chili since 1920, and it opens at 07:00, so it is ready for you immediately after your morning walk.
08:30
Return to Westmount Park for a second look. The morning light will be different now, brighter and clearer, offering a new perspective on the park and the city skyline.
Local tip
Chez Nick is a local staple. The hours are Mo-Fr 07:00-20:00 and Sa 07:00-19:00, so it is open early on weekdays and Saturdays. On Sundays it opens at 08:00, so check the day of the week if you are visiting then.
Check before you go
- Chez Nick opens at 07:00 on weekdays and Saturdays, but at 08:00 on Sundays. If you are visiting on a Sunday, you will need to adjust your start time or visit after 08:00.
- Sunrise times vary by date. The plan above assumes a January sunrise at 07:30. Check the local sunrise time for your specific day to time your arrival at the park correctly.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Montreal (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).