7 Of Montreal’s Most Instagrammed Spots To Have Your Next Winter Photoshoot

Places to remind you of the beauty our city holds!
Contributing Writer

No one wants to talk about it, but we all know it's true: winter in Montreal is here. And besides the fact that winter on the island can be insanely cold, it can also be insanely beautiful. So much so that you're definitely gonna want to snap a few pics.

We know we're biased, but Montreal is definitely easy on the eyes at any time of the year.

But come winter, it takes it to a whole new level.

And if there's one thing to know about Montrealers, it's that the cold doesn't stop us from going out and exploring our city.

So grab your winter jacket and your camera and head to some amazing spots that'll add some chill to your feed.

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Saint-Louis Square

Address: Saint-Louis Square, Montreal, QC

Why You Need To Go: Saint-Louis Square's iconic bright colours absolutely pop when the glistening snow is all around.

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La Grande Roue de Montréal

Address: 362, rue de la Commune E., Montreal, QC

Why You Need To Go: The views from the top in the winter are absolutely amazing, but the view of the wheel, itself, is pretty spectacular.

Maison Pepin

Address: 378, rue Saint-Paul O., Montreal, QC

Why You Need To Go: This magical alley in Old Montreal just makes the holiday season in Montreal the most wonderful time of the year.

Parc Jean-Drapeau

Address: 1, Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, Montreal, QC

Why You Need To Go: The Biosphere makes Montreal look totally like a snowglobe when the snow starts to fall.

Le Petit Dep

Address: 179, rue Saint-Paul O., Montreal, QC & 461, rue Saint-Sulpice, Montreal, QC

Why You Need To Go: This super charming depanneur on Saint Paul will transport you to even more wonderful places in winter.

Village de Noël

Address: Place du Marché, corner of rues Saint-Ambroise and Atwater (behind the Atwater market)

Why You Need To Go: Because what better place to have a winter photoshoot than a Christmas market? Just make sure to get there before December 20!

In Front Of The Notre-Dame Basilica

Address: 110, rue Notre-Dame O., Montreal; Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal

Why You Need To Go: The new star illustration by MK Illumination is a must-see this winter, during both the day and the night.

  • Gabi Sandler
  • Contributing Writer

    Gabi Sandler is a contributing writer for MTL Blog. She has a medial degree in Drama and Psychology from Queen's University and a certificate in Public Relations from Ryerson University. With a definite case of the travel bug mixed with the pride and comfort she feels when she's home in Canada, Gabi wants to share her passion for the world with... the world!

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