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.

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!

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Photo credit 1: © Stéphan Poulin, Tourisme Montréal
Photo credit 2: © Matthias Berthet, Tourisme Montréal