Mount Royal
Park · Montreal

Mount Royal

Photo: Chicoutimi · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons

Mount Royal covers 200 hectares and includes trails, a main lookout, and the Mount Royal Cross. It was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted in the 19th century. Look out for the Oratoire Saint-Joseph nearby and seasonal events on the grounds.

On day 1 of Montreal and Quebec City in 3 Days

Good to know

Tickets
Free entry
Time needed
2 to 4 hours
Best time
May to October
Getting there
Walk uphill from downtown or the Plateau, or take bus 11 across the mountain

Itineraries with Mount Royal

Day 1 of Montreal and Quebec City in 3 Days

Old Montreal

How Mount Royal fits into a day.
  1. 9:30Notre-Dame Basilica of MontrealMontreal
  2. 11:00Pointe-à-Callière MuseumMontreal
  3. 14:00Old Port of MontrealMontreal
  4. 17:00Mount RoyalMontreal
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Mount Royal questions

Is Mount Royal free to visit?

Yes. The park has no entry fee.

How long does it take to walk up Mount Royal?

The main path from the base takes 30 to 45 minutes at a steady pace.

Can you drive to the top of Mount Royal?

You can drive to paid parking near Beaver Lake or Maison Smith, then walk about 10 to 15 minutes to the Kondiaronk lookout.

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