The Old Port Unveiled 30+ Summer Activities & A Bunch Of Reopening Dates

This summer keeps sounding sweeter!
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The Old Port of Montreal has provided a sneak peek at its full summer lineup and the city landmark is ramping up festivities with reopenings on land, water and air — all while offering the same summer activities Montrealers look forward to each season.

The Old Port announced over 30 fun things to do in Montreal this summer that are perfect for foodies, those who enjoy the outdoors, adventurous folks and more. 

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Its summer 2021 lineup — in addition to mocktail Wednesdays, yoga mornings and activities for children at La Grande Roue — includes:

The port is also offering a dozen food trucks to Montreal foodies this summer, with the new addition of Ice Cream Glacée and Smokies, specializing in grilled cheese sandwiches.

The Old Port says its terrasses, like Scena, as well as some boating activities, like Saute moutons, will be opening soon.

In particular, Croisières Absolü cruises, which offer private yacht rentals, will open June 20 and Terrasses Bonsecours is aiming to reopen the week of May 31. 

Some of the Old Port's businesses have "joined forces" to participate in Attractions Québec passports, which provide up to a 40% discount on the regular price of Old Port activities.

Summer Fun at the Old Port

Address: Old Port of Montreal

Why You Need To Go: Play tourist in your own city this summer!

  • Lea Sabbah
  • Lea Sabbah was a Staff Writer for MTL Blog. Previously, Lea was a radio host on CJLO 1690 AM and her work has been published by Global News, the Toronto Star, Le Devoir and the National Observer. In 2019, she was part of the investigative team that uncovered lead in Montreal's drinking water — a story which won Quebec's Grand Prix Judith-Jasmin. She's a graduate of the journalism program at Concordia University.

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