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Go deeper than the guidebooks. Explore Montréal’s Underground City (RESO) and vibrant downtown with an expert licensed guide. Small group, curated route, real stories, art, tips, and local landmarks.

Highlights

• Explore the best parts of Montréal’s unique Underground City with a local guide.
• Your professional guide holds the mandatory City of Montréal guiding permit
• Group size is limited to 12 guests to keep the tour personal and easy to follow.
• Includes downtown landmarks and stories from both above and below the surface.
• Receive a printed list of local food and culture tips to take with you.

Description

There’s more to Montréal than meets the eye – and the best way to experience it is from below. Discover the Underground City (known locally as the RESO) on this engaging, small-group walking tour led by a certified, licensed guide from MTL Detours – a trusted, top-rated, and 100% local company. Spanning over 33 km (21 miles), the Underground City is the largest interior pedestrian network in the world. It connects downtown office towers, shopping centres, metro stations, public art, cafés, hotels, and historic buildings – all hidden in plain sight beneath the surface of the city. You’ll explore some of the most fascinating and photogenic sections of the RESO, as well as key sites above ground in the heart of downtown Montréal. Along the way, your guide will share real stories about how this network came to be – from Expo 67, to urban design innovations, to how locals use it every day to live, work, and move through the city (and stay warm!). This is not just a mall walk. It’s a guided experience rich in storytelling, local insight, and architectural discovery – a deeper look at how Montréal’s identity has been shaped both above and below ground. What you’ll experience: - A guided walk through the most interesting parts of the RESO and downtown - Intriguing public art, hidden architecture, and unique spaces - Iconic landmarks like Central Station and Place Ville-Marie - An intro on how the Metro integrates with the RESO, so you can confidently navigate the network on your own afterward - A meaningful behind-the-scenes look at Montréal’s identity – above and below ground - Insights into Montréal’s past, present, and future through a local lens This tour is limited to only 12 guests, keeping it intimate, personal, and the guide-guest connection strong. It’s ideal for cold, rainy, or sweltering days – or any time you want to see Montréal from a different perspective. At the end of your 2-hour walk, you’ll receive a thoughtfully assembled list of recommendations for our favorite places to eat, drink, explore, and experience the city like a local. Why choose this tour? - Certified, licensed guides (with the mandatory City of Montréal guide permit – not just “locals”) - A highly-rated locally owned independent tour company with thousands of five-star reviews across multiple platforms - Small groups, smart storytelling, no fluff Come curious – leave confident. This is the real Montréal – one level deeper – that most visitors never see.

Includes

Licensed, certified guide with official City of Montréal permit 2-hour small-group walking tour (maximum 12 guests) Visit to select underground sections of the RESO network Exploration of key downtown Montréal landmarks above ground Printed list of recommended locations to visit

Important Information

• This tour is in English. Minimum age to attend is 12 years old. All participants require a paid ticket. Expect 2 hours of walking, covering an approximate distance of 3 miles Note that the tour is both indoors and outdoors. It is important to dress appropriately for the weather conditions. Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level; there are staircases (mostly going down) and escalators on the route The tour is not recommended for travelers with mobility issues or serious medical conditions or impairments MTL Detours is a 100% locally owned and operated small independent tour company – founded in and based in Montreal.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund