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Outremont

What It Is

Outremont is an affluent residential neighborhood in Montreal known for its quiet streets, classic architecture, and active commercial strips. Travellers visit primarily to stroll along Van Horne, Bernard, and Laurier avenues, which feature independent boutiques, bakeries, and cafés. The area has a distinctive character shaped by Francophone residents and an established Hasidic Jewish community living side by side.

Getting There

From the city centre, take the metro toward Outremont station (Blue Line) or ride northbound city buses. The trip generally takes 15 to 25 minutes depending on the route.

Time to Allow

Plan to spend 2 to 3 hours to walk the main commercial streets, browse local shops, and stop at a café.

When to Go

Afternoons are the most practical time to visit when the streets and businesses are active. Late spring through autumn provides the most comfortable conditions for walking outside. Commercial avenues become moderately busy on weekend afternoons, but the neighborhood generally remains calm.

Nearby Attractions to Combine

A visit can be paired with several nearby locations:

  • Church of St. Michael and St. Anthony (1.1km)
  • Little Italy (1.6km)
  • Church of the Madonna della Difesa (1.9km)
  • Mount Royal Cross (2.1km)

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Good to visit alongside

Church of St. Michael and St. Anthony

Temples & religious sites

Church of St. Michael and St. Anthony

This Roman Catholic church is located in Montreal's Mile End neighborhood. Originally built for Irish immigrants, it took on its current name in 1964 when the Polish community joined the parish.

1.1 km away
Little Italy

Shopping & districts

Little Italy

A neighborhood of Italian immigrants stretching along Boulevard Saint-Laurent in Montreal. It's a pleasant place for a leisurely stroll past cozy cafés and shops.

1.6 km away
Church of the Madonna della Difesa

Temples & religious sites

Church of the Madonna della Difesa

A Catholic church in Montreal's Little Italy, built by Italian immigrants from Molise to honor a Marian apparition from their homeland. It features Romanesque style and a Greek-cross layout.

1.9 km away
Mount Royal Cross

Nature

Mount Royal Cross

A large cross monument standing atop Mount Royal in Montreal, Canada. Set on the mountain's eastern peak, it offers a sweeping view over the eastern part of the island of Montreal.

2.1 km away
Mount Royal

Nature

Mount Royal

A mountain west of downtown Montreal, from which the city takes its name. From the summit, you can take in a sweeping view of the Montreal skyline.

2.2 km away
Beaver Lake

Nature

Beaver Lake

An artificial lake on Mount Royal in Montreal, created in 1938 from a former wetland. It's a relaxing spot to enjoy nature within the city while taking a stroll.

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