Winter can sometimes be a little dark and gloomy, which is why we're always looking for things to do in Montreal to help us forget about the cold weather. The best part of this list is that everything on it is completely free — so you don't have to break the bank every time you leave your apartment. Some activities are ideal for the holidays while others can be enjoyed all winter long. From festive Christmas markets to virtual museum tours, there's a slew of free things to check out throughout our city. Whatever you decide to dive into, remember to dress warm! Editor's Choice: A Montreal Hotel Is Donating 1 Toy To A Child For Every Share Of Its New Instagram Post Check Out Montreal's Christmas Village Address: 138, ave. Atwater, Montreal, QC; Behind Atwater Market Why You Need To Go: To get into the Christmas spirit and pick up some festive goodies. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Marché Atwater (@marcheatwater) Read our article here Go Tubbing On Mount Royal Why You Need To Go: If you already have a tube, then this is one cheap and thrilling activity you can do this winter. Website Watch Planes Land Address: Avenue Jenkins, Dorval — next to the YUL airport; Parc Jacques-de-Lesseps Why You Need To Go: Since we can't really go anywhere, why not stare up at the sky and admire the planes leaving and coming into the city? View this post on Instagram A post shared by Megan Lechasseur (@meganlechass) Read our article here Take Yourself On An Outside Only Art Tour Address: Various spots in Montreal Why You Need To Go: Because our city is full of incredible art that you can see for free. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Art Public Montréal OFFICIEL (@artpublicmtl) Find out where Visit Jean-Talon's Christmas Market Address: 7070, ave. Henri Julien, Montreal, QC Why You Need To Go: One of our favourite markets is turning into a Christmas wonderland, who wouldn't want to go? View this post on Instagram A post shared by Marché Jean-Talon (@marchejeantalon) Website Do A Virtual Tour Of Musée Des Beaux-Arts Why You Need To Go: Just because you can't physically go to the museum doesn't mean that you can't enjoy the artwork that lives inside the building! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Musée des beaux-arts (@mbamtl) Website Go See Montreal's Winter Gardens Why You Need To Go: All the colourful lights in the heart of downtown are a must see. Courtesy of Noel Montreal vincentnedelec | Instagram salome_menu | Instagram Read our article here