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Explore Montreal’s Mile End with a local guide, visiting artist studios, galleries, and hidden creative spots in this vibrant neighborhood.

Highlights

• Stroll through Mile End’s vibrant artist community
• Visit 4–6 galleries and artist studios
• Explore the De Gaspe building’s creative spaces

Description

Discover Montreal’s creative heart on a guided walking tour through the Mile End, a neighborhood renowned for its thriving artist community and cultural diversity. Home to one of North America’s largest concentrations of artists, Mile End is lined with galleries, studios, and unique local treasures. With your local art insider, stroll through lush streets and learn about the musicians, artists, and art spaces that have shaped the area’s identity. Visit the De Gaspe building, a hub for artist-run centres and studios, and uncover the stories behind the neighborhood’s emergence as a cultural hotspot. Your guide will share insights into the history, hidden gems, and the importance of artist-run centres to the Canadian art scene. The tour includes visits to 4–6 galleries and artist studios, concluding with an aperitif and a recap. Perfect for art lovers and those eager to experience Mile End like a local, this tour offers a unique window into Montreal’s creative spirit.

Includes

Introduction to the area, its emergence, and special locations A visit of 4 to 6 galleries and artist studios Followed by an apero and recap

Important Information

• some mild walking, option to visit other locations

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund