Private VIP Tour - Rabbis, Writers and Radicals Walking Tour, Montreal


  • Explore the vibrant Jewish neighborhood of Mile End, a hub of Jewish culture since the 1920s.
  • Trace the evolution of Montreal's literary, musical, and culinary culture through the parks, streets, and back lanes of the Plateau.
  • Begin the tour at the iconic mural of Leonard Cohen, one of Montreal's beloved writers and musicians.
  • Pass by Wilensky's Light Lunch, a classic Montreal deli serving tasty sandwiches since 1932.
  • Visit the historic Spanish and Portuguese Synagogue, showcasing the city's rich Jewish heritage.
  • Discover art galleries and boutique shops, including the renowned Drawn & Quarterly bookstore and publishing house.
  • Tour offered in English and French.
  • Optional stop at Café Santropol, a beloved institution serving delicious vegetarian fare since 1976.
  • Learn about the café's history as a gathering place for artists and activists.
  • Conclude the tour at the Parc des Amériques, a significant park in Montreal's history of radical politics and activism.
  • Explore the park's role as a gathering place for labor activists, feminists, and anti-war protesters.
  • Immerse yourself in Montreal's rich cultural history and vibrant contemporary scene through this captivating walking tour.
  • Fully customizable.
Discover the fascinating history of Montreal's Jewish neighborhood on the Rabbis, Writers, and Radicals Walking Tour. Stroll through Mile End, home to poets, politicians, and cultural icons. Visit historic sites like the Spanish and Portuguese Synagogue and explore art galleries. Learn about the city's literary, musical, and culinary heritage. Immerse yourself in Montreal's rich culture and vibrant past.
The tour begins at the corner of Saint-Laurent and Duluth, where visitors can see the famous mural of Leonard Cohen, one of Montreal's most beloved writers and musicians. From there, the tour continues down Saint-Laurent, past the iconic Wilensky's Light Lunch, a classic Montreal deli that has been serving up tasty sandwiches since 1932.

Next, the tour takes visitors to the historic Spanish and Portuguese Synagogue, one of the oldest synagogues in Canada, and a beautiful example of the city's rich Jewish heritage. From there, visitors can explore the many art galleries and boutique shops that line the streets of the Plateau, including the famous Drawn & Quarterly bookstore and publishing house.

The tour could also includes a stop at the Café Santropol, a beloved Montreal institution that has been serving up delicious vegetarian fare since 1976. Visitors can sample some of the café's tasty offerings while learning about its history as a gathering place for artists and activists. This is an optional add-on.

Finally, the tour takes visitors to the Parc des Amériques, a beautiful public park that has played a key role in Montreal's history as a center of radical politics and activism. Here, visitors can learn about the many important figures who have used the park as a gathering place over the years, including labor activists, feminists, and anti-war protesters.

Overall, the Rabbis, Writers and Radicals Walking Tour in Montreal is a must-see for anyone interested in the city's rich cultural history and vibrant contemporary scene.

Note – This tour can be personalized to your preferences. The places you can visit on a Walking Tour will depend on how much you want to walk and for how long you can walk in terms of distance and time.   

Please contact our Canada Destination Specialist for information and assistance.

Inclusions

  • 2-hour Walking Tour.
  • Tour offered in English and French.  
  • Tour is led by a Guide specialized in the Jewish History and heritage of Montreal.
  • Tour offered in English and French.  Other languages on request.
  • Gratuities for Guide.
  • Taxes & GST.

Exclusions

  • Airfare.  Offered as a supplement on request.
  • Accommodations.
  • Travel Insurance is strongly recommended to all travelers. Travel Agents, please note - If your client chooses to decline your offer to sell them Travel Insurance, you mist secure a signed Liability Waiver, as required by the TICO, the Provincial Travel Regulatory Authorities of Ontario, Canada. DMCi Inc. sells Travel Insurance to residents of Ontario who are Canadian citizens or landed immigrants (Permanent Residence Card Holders) only. Non-Canadians and non-residents of Ontario or international clients must purchase Travel Insurance in their respective province, state, or country of residence.
  • Any additional hours consumed by client to extend tour beyond scheduled hours.

Accommodations Featured

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Tariffs

Room Configuration Beds Occupancy
TWIN or
SINGLE or
TRIPLE
QUAD
TWIN + 1 YOUTH + 1 CHILD
TWIN + 2 CHILD

For more information on Rooming and how rates apply, please refer to Important Notes

Optional Tour

These optional tours can be booked with our package. Please contact our Canada Destination Specialist for rates.

Notes about this Tour

Operation Info

YearOperating Dates
2023All Year

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