Entertainment District: “Quartier des spectacles”
The Quartier des spectacles (Entertainment district) is now recognized as the cultural heart of Montréal. In the company of a professional guide, experience this area of nearly a square kilometer like you never have before!
We offer our walking tour of the Quartier des spectacles for school groups, to be done independently or combined with a visit to Grévin Museum if you opt for our dual program.
Guidatour specializes in the development of tours and scavenger hunts that are both fun and educational for youth, including both younger and older children or teenagers. Take a look at all our educational visits or contact us for more details or to reserve!
Quartier des spectacles
From its dark past to its most recent transformation, the students will learn about the history and architecture of this lively part of Montréal. They will also have the chance to take the pulse of the district where festivals and artistic events make Montréal a worldwide cultural metropolis!
Our typical tour includes:
- The Place des Festivals, an innovative urban space where numerous events are staged all throughout the year.
- Place des Arts, a beacon in the world of performing arts and its impressively decorated interior, recently renovated.
- The elegant architecture of the Orchestre symphonique de Montréal’s new home, la Maison symphonique, a gem that offers a superior acoustical experience.
- The effervescence of Sainte-Catherine Street and Saint-Laurent Boulevard.
Practical Information & Reservation
Both fun and educational, this walking tour is ideal for both younger and older children or teenagers, and for students in architecture, history, and arts.
- Designed for students aged 8 and older.
- Length: 1 hour 30 minutes.
- Minimum: 15 students.
- Rate (including taxes): $15.75 / student.
- Complimentary ticket for 1 teacher or chaperone per 15 students.
- Gratuity included.
Reservation is mandatory, at the date and time of your choice (depending on availability). Contact us for more details or to reserve!
Dual program
After the walking tour, participate in an Improv Lab workshop. Students will thus discover the most vibrant area of Montréal and get the chance to develop their creativity!
Students will discover the art of improv through Improv Lab, a playful workshop appropriate for all ages and specifically designed to favour and stimulate creativity, communication, listening skills, problem-solving, and group work.
Practical Information & Reservation
- Designed for students aged 8 and older.
- Length (including both activities): 3 1/2 hours.
- Minimum: 20 students. Maximum: 50 students.
- Rate (including taxes): $27.25 / student.
- Complimentary ticket for 1 teacher or chaperone per 10 students.
- Gratuity included.
- The Improv Lab is available in the morning only during weekdays or on the weekend before 5:00 p.m.
Reservation is mandatory, at the date and time of your choice (depending on availability). Contact us for more details or to reserve!
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Photo credit 1: © Stéphan Poulin, Tourisme Montréal
Photo credit 2: © Matthias Berthet, Tourisme Montréal