Budget Accommodations
Bed and Breakfasts are plentiful and offer good value in great locations. For small groups try the University Bed and Breakfast. Auberge Bonaparte, a budget boutique hotel in Old Montreal provides a romantic getaway for couples.
Budget Dining in Montreal
From authentic and healthy French deli/bakery combination restaurants to Middle Eastern and Brazilian fare travelers will eat well at these local favorites.
When walking the main streets, keep an eye out for crowded cafes and delicatessens as these will offer good eating at excellent prices.
Budget Attractions and Events
Freebies include a visit to Mount Royal or Ile St Helene. Montreal's many festivals offer a range of free activities and there is always live, outdoor musical events/performances and films taking place. Don't forget free days at the museums. A visitor need never spend a cent to enjoy the best of Montreal.
With over 260 local bands many bars along Mont Royal, St. Laurent and St. Denis offer free or cheap admission to live musical performances.
Budget Shopping
For the best prices on designer wear, head to Quebec's own Simons Department Store downtown on Ste. Catharine St. West. Strolling St. Laurent or even better, the tiny boutiques on St Denis in the Plateau district will reveal unique gifts and clothes at great prices.
Hungry? Try the market stalls at the Jean Talon market at the metro station of the same name.