Canada · BOAT TOURS IN MONTREAL
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 boat tours in Montreal worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
See Montréal from the St. Lawrence River on a bilingual 90-minute cruise with city views, landmark commentary, outdoor decks, and onboard dining.
“Great sightseeing tour! Wonderful guide and yummy food and drinks.”
See Montreal from the St. Lawrence on a relaxed bilingual cruise past the Clock Tower, Jacques Cartier Bridge, Biosphère, and Habitat 67.
“All of the staff were great, the boat was very comfortable and the views were amazing. Would recommend to anyone visiting Montreal!”
Review of Montreal’s Quebec City day tour, with Montmorency Falls, Old Quebec, river cruise, timing, costs, and practical tips.
“Fabullus, well organized. Pleasant guide Rebecca. Enough to sightsee Quebeck City and Waterfalls. I recommemd the cruise”
Cruise Montreal’s Old Port on a quiet electric boat, with bilingual commentary, city views, and drinks available onboard for $26.
“The activity was informative and fun. The tour guide was knowledgable and very friendly. The onboard drinks were a decent price. The tour was the perfect amount of time for a family with young kids.”
See Montreal from the St. Lawrence on a 90-minute guided cruise with skyline views, historic sights, bilingual commentary, and an optional drink.
“The cruise was a great way to sightsee, especially with the changing foliage and to learn some of the history of the city.”
Review of Montreal’s Le Bateau-Mouche cruise, with route highlights, price, onboard service, commentary, seating tips, and booking advice.
“I am very disappointed with this trip. di st of all the instructions wasn’t clear. We didn’t know which boat to board. No instruction about we have to go to the window to get instructions. We got to the port and we had to ask people which boat to get on. We were only late for 2 minutes. We were already there and the boat was still in the dock but they won’t let us board. I had been to many tours and people are late for 10 minutes and we had to wait for the rest of the group. Like I was in Greece and book 3 island tour…”
Review the Montréal Weekend River Brunch Cruise, with a generous local brunch, St. Lawrence views, bilingual commentary, and practical tips.
“Narration of 4 or 5 things along the Seaway would've been nice.”
Review of Montréal’s sunset dinner cruise with local cuisine, river views, DJ dancing, Red Carpet upgrades, timing, value, and practical tips.
“Service was good. Meal very good and the time dancing on the deck was the highlight and amazing. Thank you.”
Review of a Montréal day trip to Québec City, Montmorency Falls, Old Québec, and a St. Lawrence River cruise for $98.
“I was very reluctant booking the trip as I read some negative reviews but in the end it was great!! The tour guide Yang was really good and funny! He was singing and making jokes along the ride. I would 100% suggest it!”
See Montreal from the St. Lawrence on a 45-minute electric boat cruise with city stories, skyline views, onboard drinks, and a guide.
“Really amazing river tour with excellent guide. Time very well spent! You got to see the city from the river side, enjoy fresh air and had some drinks while onboard. The only downside - our tour was a bit crowded, they could've limit the number of spaces at least to the number of seats next to the tables onboard.”
Review of Montreal’s Bateau-Mouche dinner cruise, with St. Lawrence River views, a la carte dining, music, costs, and practical tips.
“it was great! the food was good as well but be prepared to spend an additional 100 dollars per person”
Review of Montreal’s 3.5-hour evening cruise with DJ, dance floor, city views, onboard bars, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“J'ai adoré mon activité ! Le guide m'a appris beaucoup plus sur la ville de Montréal, et j'ai profié de l'ambiance musicale avec mes amis. J'espère le refaire l'été prochain.”
Cruise Montréal’s St. Lawrence River, then see Notre-Dame Basilica transformed by AURA’s light and orchestral music.
“Boat was great but didn’t realize Aura was at night. It wasn’t clear that you have to book it on your own and find an evening show that’s available. We had to leave that afternoon so lost out on the money and opportunity to see Aura.”
Review of a Montreal to Quebec City day tour with Montmorency Falls, Old Quebec, Château Frontenac, and a St. Lawrence cruise.
“Very nice trip to Quebec city. I would just avoid the cruise as you already see the waterfall in the morning and I would spend more time in the city.”
See Montreal in six hours with a six-person van tour, Mont Royal views, Notre Dame, St Joseph’s Oratory, and a seasonal river cruise.
“Bill was amazing. We saw so much of the city in 4-5 hrs. Including a river cruise. Had a great time!”
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