Golden Square Mile Travel Guide
Montreal
Visit Golden Square Mile
Popular places to visit
Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Montreal Museum of Fine Arts during your trip to Montreal. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
Place Ville-Marie
You can enjoy retail therapy at Place Ville-Marie during your stay in Montreal. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Royal Victoria Hospital
If Royal Victoria Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Montreal.
Redpath Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Redpath Museum in Montreal. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Old Port of Montreal
Explore the waterfront in Montreal with a trip to Old Port of Montreal. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this vibrant area.
McGill University
Explore the campus of McGill University, a well-known university in Montreal. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Golden Square Mile
Best Western Ville-Marie Montreal Hotel & Suites
I didn't try the breakfast but my room kept smelling like food on the first night and I was on the 14th floor. It bothered me. The room was super hot and I tried to lower the temperature. The toilet was so close to the bathroom that you can't properly sit on it. I came one day and all they did was ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Hotel Europa, BW Signature Collection
I suggest having a rubber mat in the shower. Noisy because of construction on St Catherine ave. Otherwise convenient location.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Le Centre Sheraton Montreal Hotel
Didn’t have breakfast Had to wait 30 minutes to get a seat at the bar Place was way too busy They put us on the 30th floor even know we asked for the lowest floor they had and booked early. Won’t be returning
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hotel Omni Mont-Royal
Beautiful hotel, nice staff, great food, nice rooms.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Montreal Downtown
This location was perfect fo shopping and dining out. The staff was very friendly and greeted us each time with a great smile. The room was clean and perfect fo our 5 day stay. Enjoyed th exercise room and they had washing and drying facilities. The breakfast was not as good.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hotel Le Cantlie Suites
This hotel is 10 to 15mins away from their downtown which is very convenient to the people who want to walk around downtown during the day and night. Staff is very accommodating and very friendly. They were able to accommodate our request for early check in.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Golden Square Mile
Downtown Montreal
Known for its fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Montreal. Check out top attractions like Bell Centre and McCord Stewart Museum, and jump on the metro at McGill Station or Peel Station to see more of the city.
Milton Park
While visiting Milton Park, you might make a stop by sights like Rue Prince-Arthur Street and Saint Laurent Boulevard.
Quartier des Spectacles
Cosy cafes, live music and vibrant jazz clubs are just a few top things to explore in Quartier des Spectacles. A visit to Complexe Desjardins or Place des Arts might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at Place des Arts Station or Saint Laurent Station to get around town.
International District
If you're spending time in International District, check out sights like World Trade Center Montreal or The Underground City and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Square Victoria Station or Place d'Armes Station.
Chinatown
If you're spending time in Chinatown, you might enjoy attractions like The Underground City and Saint Laurent Boulevard. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Place d'Armes Station to see more of the city.
Griffintown
While you're in Griffintown, take in top sights like Saint-Paul Street and jump on the metro at Griffintown-Bernard-Landry Station to see more of the city.
