Mount Royal Park

Snow tubing at Mount Royal near Beaver Lake is an exhilarating adventure that guarantees a day packed with fun and thrills! As you race down the snowy slopes, the adrenaline rush and contagious laughter make it an experience to remember. With well-maintained runs, the activity is perfect for all ages—adventurous enough for thrill-seekers but safe and enjoyable for kids and families too. Beyond the slopes, the venue offers even more winter excitement with ice skating and skiing, and rentals are conveniently available. After working up an appetite, the on-site cafeteria is the perfect spot to refuel with delicious sandwiches, fresh bagels, and steaming hot coffee, adding a cozy touch to your adventurous day. The scenic beauty of Mount Royal in winter, combined with the reasonable prices, makes this an unbeatable choice for a day of outdoor fun. Highly recommended for anyone looking to make the most of the season!

It was my first experience with American-style parks, and it was truly unique compared to what we have in Europe. So spacious! The open landscapes and natural beauty make it a perfect spot to relax between sightseeing. Whether you’re taking a leisurely stroll, enjoying a picnic, or simply soaking in the stunning city views, Mount Royal Park is a must-visit in Montreal!

Really pretty in the winter, snow covered and all! Seems to be an incredibly popular spot for families. It was around -10° when I visited, but the park was packed with families skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, etc. Fun for all ages! I did try snow tubing, but after climbing up the steps, I was absolutely exhausted. I did fall off the tube once, and the gentleman overseeing the lanes was an absolute gentleman. He helped me up and got me out safely and quickly - in multiple languages. Would love to come back to explore some more, in a time crunch, I was only able to see a couple of landmarks.

Absolutely stunning! The park is beautiful and has such a peaceful, relaxing vibe. It’s the perfect spot to read a book, enjoy a picnic, or simply take a walk and soak in the natural surroundings. I highly recommend it! Update: I visited today (December 21) and it was beyond gorgeous! The park was blanketed in snow, creating a true winter wonderland. There’s an ice skating rink with an incredible view of the frozen lake right in front of it. There’s also a cozy building with a restaurant on the second floor, perfect for grabbing a snack or hot drink during your skating break. On the first floor, you’ll find lockers for your things and a small shop where you can rent skates. Plus, there’s a great spot near the rink for tobogganing, and it’s totally free (bring your own toboggan though). I can’t recommend this place enough, no matter the season!

Took my dog out for a walk and we were searching for a patch of grass in Montreal downtown and ended up on top of Mount Royal. It was so beautiful. Totally an unplanned hike. Thankfully carried my dog’s water bottle as always. Please carry a bottle of water if you plan to hike this. We went up via the hiking trail pathway and came down via the steps. I think that would be the easiest way to do as you might get tired going all the way up, checking all the points and then you simply have to come down via the steps. Thanks to Google map, I was able to check out every noteworthy view point on top of the mountain. I heard there is one more side to it. Perhaps, another time. Overall it was very clean and gorgeous and Montreal is lucky to have this downtown! I mean those who live there could jog here or hike everyday! There seemed to be a place on top with coffee shop and restrooms but I believe they didn’t allow dogs so we couldn’t enter. Wish Montreal as such was more dog friendly.

Breathtaking view and peaceful park. —————————- My Rating System: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Excellent; will return often and recommend to friends. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Good; would consider returning. ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Average; unlikely to return. ⭐️⭐️ Not good; needs significant improvement. ⭐️ Unbelievably bad. Poor product and service.

Best place to visit while in Montreal. This is a beautiful mountain with a picturesque view of the whole downtown from the top of it. The summers are the best season to have picnics, strolls and hikes. And in the winter the place has so many interesting activities to engage in like skeeing, snow tubing and iceskating. Best place to hangout with friends and family.

A Must-Visit Oasis in Montreal! Mount Royal Park is an absolute gem in the heart of Montreal. Designed by the legendary Frederick Law Olmsted, this park offers something for everyone. The scenic views from Kondiaronk Belvedere are breathtaking, providing a panoramic vista of the city that is simply unforgettable. Whether you’re into hiking, biking, picnicking, or even canoeing in the summer, the park has it all. Winter activities like skiing are also a big hit. The trails are well-maintained, and there are plenty of spots to relax and enjoy nature. Accessibility is great, with multiple trails leading to the top and public buses making it easy to reach. It’s also very family-friendly, with lots of open spaces for kids to play and explore. Overall, Mount Royal Park is a must-visit for both locals and tourists. It’s a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, offering peace, beauty, and a wide range of activities. Highly recommended!

An unequivocally heralded park for good reason. Mont Royal offers an enjoyable setting to look out over the city of Montreal before of after getting dinner at the legendary Schwartz's Deli.

The expansive green space in the center of the city is home to Mount Royal, the mountain (really just a large hill) from which Montreal gets its name. It is the highest point in the city. Towering over central Montréal, Parc du Mont-Royal (Mount Royal Park) is frequented by joggers, picnickers, dog walkers, and bicyclists throughout the year, and it's one of Montréal's largest green spaces During the warmer months, (we went there on US Memorial weekend, May 2024)- you can rent rowboats on the park's Lac aux Castors (Beaver Lake), but we preferred the Chalet du Mont-Royal (also called View Point) - It offers breathtaking park and city views any time of year. You can also take a stroll through one of the park's three cemeteries (one English, one Jewish, and one French). Mount Royal also has a lake (Lac aux Castors, or Beaver Lake) where you can rent a paddle boat, admire baby ducklings, or iced skate, depending on the season There are several eateries on-site as well as a gift shop and bathrooms. The park is open daily from 6 a.m. to midnight; the Mount Royal Park Welcome Centre is open from 8 AM to 8 PM daily. Admission to the park is free.

Finally had a chance to visit Montreal's very own Central ; Parc du Mont-Royal (Mount Royal Park). This 761-foot hill from which Montréal got its name is the highest point in the city. This park is one of Montreal's largest greenspaces and is a great place for admiring a wide variety of flora and fauna. Designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, the same person behind New York's Central Park, Parc du Mont-Royal (Mount Royal Park) boasts miles of trails and superb views of the city. Here, you can stroll down the tree-lined paths and recharge with a picnic on the grass by Beaver Lake. You can also enjoy outdoor activities year-round, such as canoeing in the summer and skiing in the wintertime. There's a mild climb to reach the viewing area at the top. Alternatively, you can hop on a public bus to reach the peak (trip advisor).

It's a sprawling park on top of the hill, overlooking the city, old port, financial district, etc. Very beautiful. It's both accessible by car or you can take the stairs from south side and go to the peak/lookout. There's a visitors building that you can use to rest a bit inside. It's definitely a must-visit in Montréal.

Mount royal park is huge and we only saw a small part of it but it was beautiful with wide open spaces, trails and a lake. From mount royal chalet which provides a cafe and restrooms you will get a panoramic view of Montreal and a great spot to see the Leonard Cohen mural but beware it is very busy with everyone trying to get that shot. Afterwards you can head down lots and lots of steps to street level and visit St Catherine street or peel street and do some shopping and have a very enjoyable day out!

We had glorious plans to go dog sledding but alas, there was no snow during Christmas so we decided to postpone and do a Plan B. In all our trips to Montreal, we've never been to the park nor the mountain/peak. So we were told that this "hike" wasn't much of a hike and more of a walk up to the peak with "some" stairs at the end, we decided, sure, why not? We luckily found some street parking at the "front" of the park. Yay for parking powers! Or at least what I think are powers. I also hear that there's some parking near the cemetery and closer to the peak if you're not wanting to saunter up the hill. We walked through the first little bit of park to the statue. Apparently when it's cold enough, there's a skating rink that is made. Past the stairs behind the statue starts the hike. Today was a bit overcast and shortcuts a little mud laden as it was a bit rainy/dewy in the days past. After looking at our path, we decided it wasn't as muddy past this point and more gravel so we pressed on. They're basically switch backs all the way up the mountain. Sure if you want to skip the long treks back and forth, you can cut up straight through "shortcuts" but of course these were muddy. There was some ice on the path which our niece was quite happy to walk on. I tried to walk on them and almost fell on my butt. There were plenty of walkers, runners, and bikers of all age size and of course, there were furry friends. It was nice that there were some benches along the way especially when it got higher. I would imagine you could just bring some snacks, take a nice break at a bench and just look out at the view. Once you get to the stairs, that's the tough part. If you're not use to stairs or that many in one go, then take your time. There's larger platforms on different parts of the staircase to take a break and let people pass. Please let people pass. It's also a good way to catch your breath and take in the view. You get to the top and you're met with the Chalet as well as the "belvedere," aka a viewpoint of the whole city. If it's winter, it's cold. So perhaps after sweating up the staircase, a great idea is to stop by the chalet and just cool down, take a restroom break, collect yourself before partaking in the view outside. The view point was really packed the day we went. So make sure you know where your belongings are because there are folks who will pick pocket. We actually encountered a group of 5-7 guys who started to follow us as we left the view point towards the stairs. When we stopped to let them pass, one person bent down to tie his shoes and the others abruptly stopped. They had no intention of going down at all. As soon as we quickly passed them, they turned back. They looked like normal folks but they seemed a bit sketch. So keep your personal belongings in sight and be aware of your surroundings! Apart from that, we didn't explore much of the park. We were pretty pooped from the walk. The descent of course was much easier and we just jaunted back down. It was a nice way to get some fresh air and get the ticker going. Definitely a place to stop by if you're wanting some exercise or just a view of the city from above.

Parc du Mont-Royal features the tallest peak in the city, above which no building height can exceed. Wherever you find yourself in Montreal you can pretty much turn your head and orient yourself based on the peak. So climbing to the peak? It seemed to be a requirement. Montreal is hot and humid in the summer but by the final day of my visit I finally felt acclimatized enough to consider scaling the peak. In truth? I believe I scale higher heights on the regular, in my neighborhood at home. While it may be the highest peak in Montreal it proved to be not much of a challenge. But pretty and clean and serene? You bet. The path I took to the peak (there are several) was clearly marked and getting to the lookout spot was a pleasant hike with most of it being on a wide, well maintained dirt road. A lovely city view awaits at the top along with seating, restrooms, and a gift shop. Owing to where I was going next, I saw a lot more of the park as I was routed to the back side of the mountain. It's in the cemetery there that you can find Leonard Cohen's final resting place and, as you descend further, some of the city's most swoon-worthy homes. If all you want to do is experience the view, parking lots enable you to get close to the peak without much of a hike. That said, if you have it in you, this exploration-worthy park is ideally experienced 100% on foot.

This spot was a legitimate spot for running. I come from San Francisco, where there are a bounty of parks and trails. I loved that this was so easily accessible. The view at the top is worth the climb!

After a hearty Brunch not far away, we visited on a Sunday afternoon around 3. Nice day so many were out. Parking is metered. We walked around and explored a bit and found the path to the Lookout point. Saw the Lake and enjoyed the trees that were just starting their fall colors transformation. About a 10 minute walk to the top from the parking area (longer depending on where you start). Some construction happening right now (October, 23) although nothing major. At the top is a stunning view of Downtown Montreal and well worth the hike. Visit the Chalet du Mont-Royal for the mural paintings, Cafe and a break. A must visit when in Montreal!

Parc du Mont-Royal is a must visit when touring Montreal. The hike too the lookout is strenuous but well worth attending to. Hiking gear is recommended but not mandatory. You will experience great scenery at the top of the park. Make sure to allow yourself time when hiking.

This park atop a hill was quite the walk from the parking lot, but the trail was quite enjoyable, and it never felt unsafe because of the crowd. We saw fellow tourists but also locals who were exercising. Frankly, the views at the top weren't jaw-dropping but it was one of the better sights we've seen in Montreal, so I'll give it that. It's also just a nice spot to relax and take in Montreal when the weather permits. There were restrooms, a small gift shop, and a small ice cream cart in the vicinity when I went. My girl friends and I got matching Parc du Mont t-shirts. I didn't think I would, but I actually wear it quite often.

Beautiful park to enjoy as a local and tourist. Winter tubing review -gentle sloped hill for ages 4yrs and up -walk your own tube up hill, warning it's a major glut workout! - 4 lanes carved out but three open on our visit - very affordable pricing $6.50(4-11yrs), $10.50(12yrs +) -walk from parking lot p116 only 5 mins Parking - crazy on wknd! - $14 all day, in /out privileges if you can get a new spot - look out area fills up but people don't linger long after scenic photos Lodge by Lac Aux Castors - large seating area - food moderate priced but decent, hot dog $5.50, smoked salmon bagel $9 - washrooms available lots of stalls, clean - rental for skates, cross country skis here Great trails around the hilly park to enjoy the outdoors! Snow shoe, skate, cross country ski, bike, jog, tubing. Police can be seen on horseback, patrolling the area and have a small stable on route to p115. Fact: Inaugurated in 1876, Mount Royal Park was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted of Central Park fame. It is a magnificent urban green space featuring 200 hectares of astonishing biodiversity and natural beauty Downside personally - not enough parking - not enough washrooms throughout park, so plan ahead for little ones and weak bladders

We visited Mount Royal Park last month but only had enough time to do the lookout. And that was a shame because a lot of the view was blocked with trees but it was still beautiful!

five stars and 47 flights , of stairs. I mean, who keeps doing this? I thought montreal was going to be a gorge fest, lo and behold , walking, lots and lots of walking. and stairs! and bees, let's not forget the bees, but also, that veux! Train thru McGill (welcome back energy!) up the hill and then up up up up! Had a reward treat from the chaotic snack bar and then down the road to catch the bus, hold on tight! Off to the next yelpventure

My wife and started the climb from Peel and did the stairs. The good part is that once you get to the top, the view is worth the climb. The bad is that these evil stairs nearly killed my wife!

An absolutely beautiful park! If you want views, this park is the spot! We visited in October and the leaves were so beautiful. An excellent day spent with family here.

Walk up the Mont Royal and you will get the best views of the city...or...you can drive most of the way and park close to the summit, regardless, it is a beautiful way to see Montreal. I have done it many way, driving up with friends; taking the steps and the paved trails; and going up through the wild vegetation....all fun.... Mount Royal is actually a combination of three hills, shaped thousands of years ago by ice age glaciers, but, its geology goes back over 100 million years ago steeped in a history of an ancient volcanic complex. Indigenous people have a long history on Mount Royal; living, hunting and farming their staple foods of corn, squash and beans were aptly named the Three Sisters. In 1535, Jacques Cartier sailed up the St. Lawrence River and gave the mountain it's name of "Mont Royal". In 1643, Paul de Chomedey, Sieur de Maisonneuve, carried a wooden cross up to Mont Royal after his prayers were answered to prevent flooding. In 1874, the landscape architect, Frederick Law Olmsted, designed Mount Royal Park as we know it today.

I made it to the top and back down, and my Apple Watch congratulated me on my first hiking workout. Whether or not it is 'really' hiking is for you to judge. The only other time I've done anything remotely similar was up the same mountain when I was half the age I am now. And you know something? I liked it! Before we know it, I, too, will have "hiking" somewhere in an online dating profile, just like the other at least 25% of people who have it too. But I digress, Mount Royal was an excellent way to spend a couple hours, especially on a day with heavenly weather! The climb to the top was pretty approachable, and could be taken by stairs, light inclines of packed gravel, or a combination of both. There is also a paved path with a bus line if you want the view without the workout. Though, if you ask me, the view is worth the hike and is even better when you feel you've earned it. Furthermore, there is more than one way up the mountain. There are many paths to explore, so this can be treated like a bona fide park rather than exclusively a hike, and some open spaces let you do just that. Also welcome is some water fountains and at least one washroom present. Finally, I loved that all the paths I took were very clean and felt safe. Now to explore other hikes nearer to me! I already know where to go. Stay tuned!

You can park on the street below and then have a pleasant day hiking the long meandering path all the way to the top of Mt Royal OR you can try and find parking close to the top (near the cross - we found parking .8 one day by the cross after hiking the entire park another day). There is a restroom with a gift shop and information center also at the top and you must pay for parking by app. We had this downloaded already due to other sites in the city. The gift shop had baseball hats ($20), t-shirts, etc... and the park is worth going to for the view if you have the time! Read about the history before you go, we did, takes about :15-:30 depending on how much you want to get into it. It enhances our appreciation of the visit.

If you want a stunning view of Montreal or part of Montreal, the place to be is up on top of Parc du Mont-Royal. The view is stunning here. The walk is a good exercise and can be very tiring. It took us about 20 mins to talk up and half the time to walk down. There is a staircase up to Parc du Mont-Royal. Once you are up there you will find the lookout point of where you can capture the beauty of Montreal downtown. There is also a cafe up on the mountain where you can enjoy a nice latte. The place is quite busy with lots of tourists. Especially on a nice beautiful day.

You have to work for that view, ya'll! I had an Uber drop us off at Kondiaronk Belvedere. I did not know if there'd be a way up without walking up stairs - there is not! I went with my parents, so we had to see if my step-dad could make it lolol (update- he did!). We went slower because of my step-dad, but if we hadn't stopped a few times for him, it's probably 5-10 minutes straight of just going up stairs. If you are fairly in shape, it's not too bad at all. It is totally worth it getting the view! Pro tip, go to the restroom before you go. I needed to pee and there was only 1 open porta potty boo!!! And waiting for that porta potty, there were a BUNCH OF MOSQUITOS and I got bit like a mofo on a hot summer night lol! I seriously got 5-10 bug bites! So other pro tip, apply mosquito repellent! Beautiful views though, worth it!!

Beautiful scenery, stunning views & very well organized trail to go all the way up to Mont Royal! If you're in Montréal, don't miss out on hiking there! The view from up above is worth it :)

Get ready to work those legs and glutes! Well, I'm pretty sure you can drive up to the top, but I took the stairs all the way up. The view was worth it. I'm sure each season awards completely different views, but in the winter it was stunning. We stopped at the lookout and went back down, but I know this park is tremendous (500 acres). If it hadn't been so cold we'd have explored more.

Definitely a must see if you are visiting Montreal. We went on a weekday around 11am and it was already crowded. There's no costs to visit other than parking. The walk up to the top of the look out point is only about 10 mins. The view of the city is amazing from the top!

I entered this park through the McGill College entrance. Parc du Mont-Royal is actually located on a hill so entering the park will require you to go up some stairs. I have to admit that I actually found the park kind of boring. It is very big, but there is no much for a tourist to see or do inside it. It was mainly a bunch of roads and trails to go running or walking. If you have a short time in Montreal, it is better to spend it in the center.

Mount Royal is a must do when in Montreal. It's very easy to see why. The scenery is gorgeous, it does not feel touristy at all, and there is something to do for everyone. The park is also very clean and well maintained. Me being the tourist, I of course wanted to see Montreal from up high - oh man, the pictures I've posted here don't do enough justice. You have to see the view in person to truly get a sense of what it's like. There's also a ton of walking trails which is great. A very bike friendly park as well. There's no reason not to go to Mount Royal. If you don't come here - you're truly missing out.

If you are here on a clear sunny day then you could fully enjoy the beauty of the mountain overlooking the downtown montreal. It has a lake and a platform for overlooking. Parking is paid one is name T17. A great place for picnic on the grass and a go-to every spring-fall, truly a third space

Nice place. We visited this palce two times and had good time there. We saw some racoons.

Nice place to quickly disconnect from the city's bustling crowds and noises. There are multiple trails for walking and biking. Some amazing views await those who make it to the viewpoint. We didn't have enough time to explore the entire park. But we enjoyed the sections that we did check out. A must visit spot if you're in the city to just be away for a little bit.

Beautiful scenery, clean bathrooms, and something for everyone - picnic spots, sunbathing lawns, playgrounds, and great hiking trails. Dog friendly and actually had plenty of parking. Can't wait to go back!

This is a winter review. For all winter activities like snowshoeing, tubing, cross-country skiing, skating, you can check the conditions on the website: lemontroyal.qc.ca/en/activity/outdoor-equipment-rentals It costs adults $20 for 2 hours of ski or snowshoe rental. They offer 3 sizes: S, M, L. You simply need to reserve online and pay upon pick up at the rental trailer close to the Pavillion. The snowshoe trail is loosely indicated and takes you all the way to the back of the Montreal General Hospital at the halfway point and circles back to Beaver Lake. It's got uphills and downhills so it's a good workout. Depending on the trail conditions, it can take as little as an hour or up to 2 hours to complete this trail. With the trail a bit compacted by earlier trekkers, the trail only took us 1.5 hour to complete. Parking availability isn't too bad in the winter as people are coming and going constantly so spaces free up periodically. That's because there's only so much snow activity that one can have in a day. I think it would be much more difficult to find parking in the summer when people want to stay longer. The parking wasn't cleared so the snow was pretty thick in the lot. Fun place to bring your own gear to trek across the snow, slide down the small slopes, your dog for a walk or skate on the refrigerated rink. The skating ring has the longest lines as they limit the number of people allowed on the ice. On a Saturday afternoon, there were probably a few dozen of people waiting in line for the skating rink.

Parc du Royal has a character all on its own and it's the place to go if you're looking for an awesome Montréal scenery. It's like NYC's Central Park- except Parc du Royal has that high peak almost giving you that 360° panoramic view. Postcard-perfect views? Hell yeah. We've visited the park on our first Autumn Montréal trip a few years ago, then a few more times during the winter after that- and the landscape is just jaw-dropping and gets better every time. We've driven up, but this is the kind of park where you can seriously take it up several notches and work your quads on a hike or just a quiet stroll if you want. Parc du Royal brims with tons of loops, turns, entrances and exits. It's like the heart and soul of this area where it gives us a true taste of the park life.

This is a must visit place when in Montreal. This vantage view give you the whole outlook of the city. On a sunny day, you can see the endless branches of the river stretching all the way to other cities. Be prepare to walk a mile to the top. There are parkings near the top but that's a long walk too. The path going to the viewing area is a pleasant walk with paved walkways and plenty of trees to provide shades. If you want to learn a bit of history of Mont Royal, there is a museum next to the viewing platform. restroom facilities are provided as well in the viewing area. Best time to visit is around September and late Spring.

We only have couple day left in Montreal so even it is cloudy day and a bit drizzling but my friends and I take a chance going to Mount Royal Park. We saw lots of beautiful pictures of this park but the pictures that we got look so sad with foggy sky. What we think and what we get, LOL.

Parc du Mont-Royal or Mount Royal Park is like the Central Park of Montreal. Unlike several city parks, however, this one contains a mountain. It's a small mountain just west (only a couple blocks) of downtown Montreal. The city of Montreal got its name from Mount Royal. Pronounce it like "Mont Royale" and you'll see what I mean. Mont Royale, Montreal. The park is huge, covering almost 700 acres, and the mountain rises as high as 764 feet. We stayed in an Airbnb on the east side of the park, pretty much on McGill University campus, on Aylmer St. We walked from our Airbnb, past Percival Molson Memorial Stadium and McTavish Reservoir, and hiked to one of the high points on the mountain: Chalet du Mont-Royal (https://www.yelp.com/biz/chalet-du-mont-royal-montr%C3%A9al). I highly recommend it. I'm not sure where else you can get such elevated and wide-sweeping views of the Montreal city skyline. From where we started, at Pine Ave W and Peel St, the hike took us less than 45 minutes and it was a leisurely hike. We took breaks to rest and take in views as well as took a detour to see the Mount Royal Cross. The Mount Royal Cross is in an opposite direction, but not far from, the chalet. The Mount Royal Cross isn't giant like Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janiero, Brazil. It's a simple 36-foot-tall see-through cross with light bulbs on it. If you're headed to the chalet, you might as well check it out. The founder of Montreal, Paul de Chomedey, sieur de Maisonneuve, placed the original cross on Mount Royal in 1643 to thank God and the Virgin Mary from sparing the colony from flooding. I think if you take a brisk, non-stop walk from where we started, you can reach the chalet in 20 minutes or less, certainly 30 minutes or less. We did encounter one nice city view on the way up and back down, between the chalet/cross and our starting point. The park, in general, was clean and not much differentiated it from other public parks in major cities. The trails were mostly dirt/gravel. There were benches throughout the park. On a Saturday evening around sunset, it was busy with a diverse mix of people -- locals, tourists, students, families, young, old, etc. You do have to climb a decent amount of stairs so I wouldn't recommend this hike for the elderly. On the way down, the trails lacked adequate lighting, so we used the lights on our phones to help us see.

We did not come to Montreal prepared to climb a mountain, so when the kids suggested we do so on our recent vacation, we had to take our city-clothed not-too-young selves up that mountain. Note: There are two possible ways up that we discovered. (I'm sure there are a million more). One is to wind your way up wood-side where you run into a cafe that has swings and tables a third of the way up. The other way is to take stairs all the way up. We were glad we took the woodsy approach, although I must confess I was a bit concerned to discover that we still had two thirds of a mountain to go when we reached that cafe. The view was already gorgeous. I could have been perfectly content at that point, but by golly up to the top we had to go! I DID it. This old gal might have been slower than the other three, but I huffed and puffed it up and made it back down those gazillion stairs. So however you make it to the top (lots and lots of folks took vehicles, do know there is a bathroom inside a small cafe (down yet more stairs), where you will also see a teeny museum that will let you know it's not really a mountain, but a mere remnant of something that I can't remember, because my brain couldn't fathom that I had climbed anything less than a MOUNTAIN. NOTE: we weren't the only people who got lost trying to figure out how to come down. There was a detour sign that appeared to go up instead of down. After trusting our instincts (WRONG), we had to turn around and go back to that detour sign and actually follow it, which led us to those stairs that most others were using to go up and down anyway. Killer stairs. Lots of them. We were glad to be going DOWN. Overall it was a very enjoyable hike with a sense of accomplishment for this Gal who is not known for her outdoorsy ways.

Parc du Mont Royal is a must when you visit Montreal. If you want a (free) view of the city, this is the place to see it. It's about a 20-minute hike up many, many stairs but it's not terrible. It's doable. Just make sure you go on a cooler day, and you have plenty of water at hand. They have other, longer trails, but we didn't have the time or energy to do those. We drove to the park, and were able to find (paid) street parking nearby pretty easily. I saw in some of the other reviews that it's a great nighttime view, so if I ever return to Montreal, I'll give that a shot!

Beautiful park with many trails for walking. We went from the pond to the lookout and enjoyed the view among other visitors.

This afternoon I walked to and climbed up to the top of Mount Royal (I've done it a few times in the past). The stairs are at the top of Peel Avenue. It's not an easy climb up! There is some repair going on so I had to detour along a path. The view of the city are worth the climb! Heading down was a lot easier than going up!

Mount Royal Park is beautiful and worth a visit, whether you're coming in the summer or winter to visit Montreal. It's a beautiful park with many trails with vantage points at the top overlooking the entire city. In the winter, there are opportunities to snow shoe though the trails and both winter & summer offer opportunities for a beautiful overlook of downtown Montreal. So how do you get to the overlook? In my instance, daylight was running out and I simply Ubered to the Chalet and then walked down from there. You can do this, find a trail to walk to the top or take the stairs directly up. Either way - definitely carve out some time to explore this park when you're in Montreal! You won't regret it!

From the parking lot we followed an unpaved path with gradual incline towards the Kondiaronk Belvedere. Our guide mentioned that the designer of NYC's Central Park had a hand in the initial design of this park. Along the way we passed a tranquil man-made Beaver Lake. The quiet, green space felt very calming; no throngs of noisy tourists. There were plenty of restrooms along the way. We finally reached the beautiful Chalet du Mont-Royal. From the large semicircular platform in front of it that overlooked downtown Montreal, we had a magnificent view of the charming city. We're glad we had a chance to ascend this famous landmark.

Beautiful park with lookouts over downtown and the Plateau area. Both wild and manicured areas with hiking paths and jogging runs. Highly recommended and a jewel of the city.

Parc du Mont-Royal is like Central Park in Manhattan but has more of a true forest sanctuary vibe. There's so many great trails to walk and see animals hanging out in the foliage. Numerous picturesque views of the city as well. It's a little slice of natural paradise in a big city. Of course, no visit is complete without the required photo op at the top with the Montreal skyline in the background. Parking is reasonable: $3/hour but only $10/24 hours max. Personally, we like to drive up and then walk down into town and eat out way through the city, then burn it all off by trekking our way back, all uphill. It's a favorite locale to visit when in Montreal and well worth it.

Since it was a humid day, we took the bus (i.e. Bus# 11) to get to Mount Royal. We found that there's two areas where you can see the view of Montreal. 1) Bus stop "Belvedere Camillen-Houde": This would be the Mount Royal Lookout and you'll mostly see trees and some of the buildings. 2) Bus stop "Remembrance / Chemine du Chalet": This would be Mount Royal Chalet area. This is the place to be and you'll see the NICE view of Montreal. The chalet has restrooms, a cafe, and a small gift shop too. We also hiked a trail to see the Mount Royal Cross. It was a bit difficult to find even though I used Google Maps to navigate. I wished there were more signs along the trail tho. Overall, I could come back to Mount Royal if I visit Montreal during fall season just to see the foliage. I'm sure the view be a lot prettier with colorful leaves.

One of the true gems of the city, Parc du Mont-Royal (Mount Royal Park) is a must visit for any first timer to Montreal or someone looking to get a great view of the city. A large series of hills created as a result of a volcanic eruption hundreds of years ago, this area has become a symbol of the city and a mountainous landmark defined by its history. There are a number of ways to navigating through this magical place. First, one can hike / walk / climb their way to the top. It will take time and is a good group sweat-together activity. The leisurely, scenic route is through the woods where there are various group friendly sites along the way. There are a number of other trails, but those take even longer. Going up through the stairs is the more direct route and is a great way to enjoy the view, but remember there will almost always be people behind who will have to go at your pace. Bring a little water and some nice shoes. Then there is the bus. For a handful of dollars ($10?), one can ride the bus from downtown Montreal (#11 or #711) all the way to the top in very little time. This is particularly handy for those who are in a slight rush and is the preferred option for most tourists. There are a number of sites throughout the mountain, but the Chalet is the one that most folks are gunning for. It has an incredible view; the picturesque one that is on virtually every postcard. On top of that there is a cafe with food / drink, bathrooms, and a place for souvenirs. Good weather months are clearly the time to go, though I'm told winter time there are a lot of fun activities happening all around the mountain. Tourists are going to be in full force, which means photos / selfies without someone in them might be a challenge.

Beautiful world class city park designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, the same landscape architect who designed NYC's Central Park. In winter there's public skating at the little manmade Beaver Lake/Lac des Castors. The Kondiaronk lookout observation terrace over downtown is beautiful and on a clear day you can see all the way to Vermont's Green Mountains. There are 2 'chalets' and one long covered bbq area, with many additional open air bbqs for picnics. The grand chalet at the lookout is available as a party rental. Sculptures and an astonishing variety of tree species cover the grounds. Squirrels, birds and groundhogs abound. Raccoons and foxes can sometimes be seen at night or in early morning. The park extends down a slope toward the Plateau area (which is why it's called the Plateau) in more grassy parkland, where in summer drummers gather around the monument on Sundays, and event called the Tam-Tams. It's all been said before about the park. Just go, see the views, breathe in the trees, and refresh yourself.

This park provides a fun amount of physical activity while hilking to the top, and a rewarding picturesque view from the top, of Downtown Montréal. I would definitely recommend this as a Must for tourists given that it is just a couple blocks from the Montreal museum of fine arts and McGill University. For those who are with someone not afraid to go to the top at dusk or at dawn I truly recommend hiking to the top near sunset it sunrise to get the perfect photo. I cannot really comment on anything besides the view from the look out as it is all I really saw while at the park. encore une fois en français Ce parc offre une activité physique amusante tout en se hissant au sommet et une vue pittoresque enrichissante du haut du centre-ville de Montréal. Je recommanderais certainement cet endroit comme un must pour les touristes étant donné qu'il se trouve à seulement quelques pâtés de maisons du musée des beaux-arts de Montréal et de l'Université McGill. Pour ceux qui sont avec quelqu'un qui n'a pas peur d'aller au sommet au crépuscule ou à l'aube, je recommande vraiment de marcher jusqu'au sommet près du coucher du soleil au lever du soleil pour obtenir la photo parfaite. Je ne peux pas vraiment commenter autre chose que la vue depuis le belvédère car c'est tout ce que j'ai vraiment vu au parc.

Beautiful views overlooking Montreal. Too bad I wasn't here during Autumn as the leaves turning color would make the viewing all the more epic. Driving here is easy and there is a paid parking lot close to the summit. I wanted to walk the trail leading up to the summit, but I was overruled by my family. You would think they were scaling Mount Kilimanjaro! The view at the summit is breathtakingly beautiful. As corny as it sounds I felt a sense of calm and peace just soaking up the view. The summit has an outdoor piano if you are so inclined to play. The chalet at the summit has a gift shop and restroom. I would love to return in Autumn just to experience the beautiful changing foliage.

Since my boyfriend lives across the street i don't enjoy the park as much as I should I see it every day but when I do snap back in to reality I realize there's so much to do. Winter time doesn't stop a soul from having fun the park was packed yesturday. Everyone was skiing and snow shoeing even crazy carpet teens it was so much fun ! You could spend hours just getting lost in the snow there. What a park! There's look outs and then there's secret little look outs but be careful it's slippery in the winter.