Toronto or Montreal?? Which is the more interesting for a tourist, and why?

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Toronto or Montreal?? Which is the more interesting for a tourist, and why?

Answer 1

I live outside of Toronto and it's a great city but my mom used to say when she was a little younger than me that she would go up to Montreal for the weekend and have a great time. She used to say there was nothing better than going out at night to the little French bistros and just order French Onion Soup and a bottle of wine - it sounds like an amazing way to spend a night with friends. Toronto has a lot of things to do but Montreal sounds really interesting to visit.

Answer 2

The Assembly Hall (Lakeshore Village)

Art Gallery of Ontario

Ont. Association of Art Galleries

Bata Shoe Museum

The Beaches Boardwalk

The Beaches.com (east)

Beaches Jazz Festival

Black Creek Pioneer Village

Bruce Trail Association

Burlington Art Centre

Cabbagetown

Casa Loma

Canadian Air Show

Canadian National Exhibition

CHIN International Picnic

CN Tower Web Site

Colbourne Lodge

Frederick Horsman Varley Art Gallery

Gallery 44 - Contemporary Photography

The Docks

Gardiner Museum

Greektown

Ontario Museums Association

Guildwood Village

Harbourfront Centre

Hockey Hall of Fame

Kortright Centre for Conservation

Markham Museum

Metro Convention Centre

McMichael Canadian Art Collection

Metro Home Show

Metro Toronto Parks Facilities

Metro Toronto Zoo

Molson Indy

Textile Museum of Canada





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Oak Ridges Trail Association

Old Fort York

One of a Kind Show

Ontario Museum Association

Ontario Place

Ontario Science Centre

Paramount Canada's Wonderland

The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery

Robert Mede Gallery

Royal Agricultural Fair

Royal Ontario Museum

Santa Claus Parade

St. James Cathedral

St. Lawrence Market

St. Lawrence Neighbourhood

SkyDome

Toronto Aerospace Museum

Toronto Boat Show

Toronto Jazz Festival (downtown)

Toronto Dragon Boat Race

Toronto International Film Festival

Toronto Island Community

Toronto Music Garden

Toronto Eaton Centre

Toronto Island Park

Toronto Regional Conservation

Waterfront Trail

West Rouge

Yummy Baguette



this is everything to do in toronto

you have art gallerys to night life toronto sounds great







The city is located on an island near the Ottawa and St. Lawrence River. Bridges connect all sides to the mainland. In the middle of Montreal is a 233 m-high, nonnative volcano, Mont Royal. The downtown area is a busy district, offering the experience of many skyscrapers, shops, restaurants and luxury accommodations. Neighborhoods, such as the Latin Quarter and the Mile End await your arrival.



At the southern end of St-Laurent Boulevard, past Chinatown, tourists find the historic district of Old Montreal (Vieux-Montreal), a major tourist attraction, offering a glimpse of cobblestone-laden streets and horse-drawn carriage rides. Visit artifacts from 1642 where the city’s first European settlers began their lives on this land at the Montreal History Centre (Centre d'histoire de Montreal) as well as the Pointe-à-Callière Museum of Archaeology and History. The oldest buildings in Montreal can be viewed here. The Sulpician Seminary (Vieux Seminaire Saint-Sulpice) dates back to the late 17th century.



Beyond the St-Lawrence River, the Expo 67 islands of Ste-Helène and Notre-Dame was the site where Montreal hosted the World's Fair some 30 years ago. Today La Ronde Amusement Park entertains tourists, as well as the Gilles Villeneuve Racetrack (Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve) and an excellent casino.



During the winter season, avoid the snow and cold by visiting the Underground City comprised of an elaborate system of interconnected pedestrian and Metro (subway) networks, linking buildings, boutiques, restaurants and even residential apartments.



Montreal Canada offers the illusion of a year-round party- you can call this city “Festival Center”, entertaining visitors with various activities, including jazz, comedy and cinema. Come in June where you can treat yourself to the sounds of electrifying music at the International Jazz Festival or wait until August, for the city’s largest film festival. Allow yourself to become whisked away by the alluring nature of Montreal. The city is ready for the taking as you explore its fashionable boutiques, famed cuisine and over 18 miles of indoor pedestrian walkways.





montreal however is very historic so if u wanna see historica sights its montreal



all though its depends on how long your going

say u go for eight days spend four in toronto and four in montreal

well if u have the money of course

otherwise i would probably pick toronto now and save montreal for your next trip.

Answer 3

I have spent time in both cities and for me, it would definitely be Montreal. Toronto is fantastic but it is essentially just another great very large city whereas Montreal is like visiting another country. Staying in Montreal, in a B&B in old Montreal is the next best thing to actually visiting Paris. I have spent time in Paris as well, and I know that Montreal is as close as you can get without actually flying to France. There are so many things to do and see. I love just people watching while sipping red wine at an outdoor cafe, eating at French bistros, the food is awesome! I love prowling through the offbeat boutiques and antique shops. At night, I love strolling through the narrow streets, walking over the cobblestones and watching horse-drawn carriages go by. I just love Montreal also for the pubs and bars on Crescent Street. I usually try to attend one of the festivals, such as The International Jazz Festival or the NASCAR races. Below is my favourite place to stay. Whatever city you choose, have a great stay!

Answer 4

I can't speak for Montreal as I haven't been there and I will have to admit to a disdain for French speakers. (They're kind of like us ugly Americans who want everyone to speak our native tongue.)



I will tell you what I saw of Toronto was nice. My host told me that Toronto brags of being the most multi-cultural city in North America. There are many great things to see in Toronto, but I was on business and didn't have much time for them. We did take a side-trip that tips the scale for me on the Montreal/Toronto comparison:



Go see Niagara Falls! It's about an hour to 1-1/2 hours drive from Toronto. What an amazing natural wonder! Take the tourist boat ride close to the falls. It is a lot of fun and awesome to see.

Answer 5

i might want to genuinely say Montreal. Going to Toronto might want to be like seeing yet another city contained in the states. that is efficacious, yet no longer something particular. Montreal even if, is like vacationing an total new united states. Its lifestyle is staggering. even if french is the wide-spread language you should be wonderful with English, as purely about all and distinctive there speaks it. when I went to Montreal i became truly 17 and became too youthful to social gathering, yet i comprehend that the evening life there is outstanding, and probably a lot more advantageous effective than Toronto. There are bars, golf equipment, and on-line casino's in both. there is a lot to do in both cities, relying on the time of the three hundred and sixty 5 days you bypass. i love Montreal in the course of the iciness, you could bypass to le carnival and do such issues as le cabane de sucre! that is a lot of relaxing. sturdy luck!

Answer 6

No Brainer......MONTREAL!!!!



Toronto is nice but too much atitude, expensive and frankly it's not much in the way of fun. It has it's landmarks and some degree of charm but it is mostly becoming a giant condo factory.



Montreal on the other hand has the old port, the mountain, the bicycle system, it's a great walking city, the subway if far superior. Also, Montreal is home to one of the most beautiful Botanical Gardens, the Olympic park, the latest of fashions (well before T.O. gets them), did I mention the food, bagels, smoked meat, caleche (carriage) rides, Notre Dame Cathedral, oh yes, the people, the clubs, the festivals..........that's just the start.

Answer 7

Both offer totally different experiences. Montreal seems like you are visiting a city in Europe. Old Montreal is full of restuarants, shops and street performers. It is an upscale city. Mount Royal with St Josephs Oratory overlooks the city and is a wonderful place to visit.



The arcitecture of the city (both old world and modern) is beautiful.



Toronto is spread out over tons of neighborhoods with varying cultures. If you want an english culture instead of French, Toronto is better. They have a beautiful park on the harbor with activities throughout the summer. You can drive to Niagra Falls in a couple of hours. You can see a baseball game.

Answer 8

Do you have to pick just one? Both have tons to offer.



And of course it depends on your interests. Toronto has better theatre; Montreal has slightly better shopping. Toronto has slightly better and more diverse restaurants; Montreal has better culture & history. Toronto is closer to other interesting tourist destinations (e.g., Stratford, Niagra Falls); Montreal is closer to some spectacular countryside.



Really, you're going to have a great time in either city, so it could come down to which is easier to get to from wherever you're coming from.

Answer 9

Montreal

Answer 10

Toronto

Answer 11

Montreal. Toronto has way too many problems now, I wouldn't waste my time going there.



And for anyone that complains about the french in Montreal, you have to put up with people speaking 100 different languages in toronto.

Answer 12

Having lived in both places, Montreal for 20 years, Toronto for a little over 10 years, I would have to say that Winnipeg wins hands down.



The other two don't even come close.



Both are dirty unfriendly cold places where everyone is out to work their angle, while people actually bid each other a good day when passing in the streets of Winnipeg.



Trust me when I say that it took some getting used to for a big city to act that way.

It took me completely by surprise.

Answer 13

I would think Montreal,



Toronto's a great city, for sure - but truth be told, rather typical of a lot of North American cities (albeit cleaner, safer and more multicultural than most).



Montreal on the other hand, is quite unique in that it is the only bilingual city of its size on the continent. Its rich with a type of history and culture you willnot find elsewhere - plus its host to a variety of imigrant cultures from around the French-speaking world, including Asia, Africa... Plus IMO Montreal is more scenic.

Answer 14

Both have their attractions! I presume that you haven't visited either or. If you're into sports and like hockey; there's the Hockey Hall of Fame; you can see the Jays play baseball, the Raptors (Basketball); the Leafs (Hockey) and the Toronto Rock (Lacrosse); the Argos (football), soccer etc. The CN tower is always a great attraction and it is celebrating it's anniversary this year. It is still the world's tallest free-standing structure.

Montreal's greatest attraction is it's multi-linguism. It's like visiting a foreign country without ever leaving Canada. Old Montreal is beatiful; scores of attractions for varied tastes and speaking of tastes, there are restaurants from every corner of the world. Cuisine, nightlife and free outdoor concerts e.g. Montreal is the city of festivals - Just for Laffs, Jazz Festival etc - tens of thousands of spectators - all free of charge; everyone enjoying the music and it truly is one of the world's safest cities. Visit Bonjour Quebec or Montreal.com for additional information.

Answer 15

if it's a family vacation Toronto is better there is more for kid's like the cn tower casa loma Niagara falls is only 1 & 1/2 hours drive away but if is is just for some friends or husband and wife than montreal is the place to go. better night life



p.s. im from toronto

Answer 16

MONTREAL IS THE MORE INTERESTING FOR A TOURIST CAUSE THEY HAVE LOTS OF ATTRACTION, SIGHTSEEING REVIEWS AND THAT WILL MAKE TOURIST COME THERE AGAIN AND AGAIN. A ANOTHER THING THATS GOOD ABOUT MONTREAL IS THAT THEY CAN SPEAK FRENCH AND TORONTO CANNOT SO THIS ALSO ATTRACTS FRENCH SPEAKING TOURIST TO COME TO MONTREAL WHEN THEY LIKE.

Answer 17

Douglas Coupland once described Toronto as 'the Yellow Pages sprung to life'. As someone who grew up in Toronto, I can tell you that I have to agree. Toronto is well-organised, clean, beautiful and home to the world's biggest phallic symbol... but it has a tendency to be clinical, generic, devoid of passion and comparable to dishwater.



Montréal, on the other hand, is a completely unique city. I've only been there a few times, but it's a city that doesn't make sense, that contradicts itself, that gives you a sense of dislocation, but makes you thrilled to be alive. It's just got that 'certain something' that's hard to come by in North America. You'll love it, you'll hate it, you'll wonder why you came, you'll not want to leave...



Despite being a native son if its grand enemy, my vote goes to Montréal.

Answer 18

both. I live in toronto but I went last WINTER to montreal. In winter montreal is the best place to visit..

Answer 19

Toronto b/c there are many attractions to do and see such as:



-an MLB baseball game in summer (Jays)---Montreal doesnt have a team

-an NHL hockey game in winter-spring (Leafs)

-an NBA game in winter-spring---Only NBA team in Canada

-the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM), best museum in the country

-the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO), best art gallery in the country

-the CN tower (tallest free standing structure in the world)

-the NHL Hockey Hall of Fame



---> as you can see from above, there's something for EVERYONE in Canada's greatest city, Toronto!

Answer 20

Toronto or Montreal!

Both are expensive in real!!

Answer 21

I would say Montreal for its mixture of English and French. Albeit both are wonderful tourist sites. Visiting both of them myself this summer. Make sure to visit Quebec, also.

Answer 22

Toronto is awesome if you want to actually DO things ...there are tonnes of things to do however montreal is really kewl...tonnes of history and awesome food but its more historical

soooo if your active and like action go to toronto

if you like history n food go to montreal

Answer 23

My best friend grew up in Canada and she tells me Vancouver is the best. You can watch the whales and there are loads of small islands... also vancouver has a huge China Toen second to none

Answer 24

toronto

it was voted once most beautiful city in the world

Answer 25

Les deux! Both!