Private All About Montréal’s Murals Walking Tour
A veritable open-air museum, Montréal has become a hotspot for street art in North America. Montréal even rivals international capitals famous for their magnificent graffiti and outdoor murals. Focusing mainly on the St-Laurent Boulevard axis and taking intriguing detours in surrounding streets and alleys, this colorful walking tour will allow you to admire some of the most lively and creative Montréal murals while highlighting the talent of the artists and collectives behind them. Highlights & Sites visited Here is an example of what you can expect on a typical tour: Explore the MURAL Festival zone, named after an unmissable event that played a key role in democratizing urban art. Some of Montréal’s most impressive murals can be found there.Further South, in the heart of the Entertainment District (Quartier des spectacles), you will also encounter some astounding murals, among which those created by Phillip Adams and David Guinn, from the MU organism.Learn more about the emergence and evolution of muralism and how it was first developed around popular themes and national propaganda, specifically in Mexico in the 1920s.Discover that Montréal was the first canadian city to develop this form of art in the 1970s and learn how the muralist movement grew to become so significant to the city.
What's included
- ✓100% guaranteed official city certified guide.
- ✓A relaxed, fun, and enjoyable 2-hour experience, led by the best guides Montréal has to offer.
- ✓A private guide for just you and your favorite people—the perfect way for couples, families, or friends to share a fun experience together.
- ✓By choosing a Guidatour experience, you’re supporting a local, woman-owned company that has showcased excellence and expertise for four decades.
What's not included
- ✓Tips aren’t mandatory but are a wonderful way to show your guide some extra love!
Good to know
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Pricing is group pricing, not per person
This is a private tour. Only your group will participate
Maximum allowed of 15 people per group
This tour operates in all weather conditions; dress accordingly
How it works
Important notes Meet In front of the Maison du développement durable (50, Sainte-Catherine St. West). Your guide will be there to greet you at the scheduled time.The tour ends on St-Laurent Blvd. near Prince-Arthur St.Tours go rain or shine.Gratuity for the guide is not mandatory, but it is customary (amount at your discretion). Thank you so much for your reservation—we can’t wait to explore with you! Still curious? Use promo code JAIME20MTL to get 20% off your next visit with Guidatour/Montréal Ghosts! Book now
Meeting Point
(In front of/Devant la) Maison du développement durable (Rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest 50, Montréal, Québec, H2X 3V4)
Good to know before you go
- Difficulty:
- Easy
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 3 days before the activity start time.
- •A 50% refund will apply if you cancel more than 48 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 48 hours before the activity start time.
Private All About Montréal’s Murals Walking Tour
A veritable open-air museum, Montréal has become a hotspot for street art in North America. Montréal even rivals international capitals famous for their magnificent graffiti and outdoor murals. Focusing mainly on the St-Laurent Boulevard axis and taking intriguing detours in surrounding streets and alleys, this colorful walking tour will allow you to admire some of the most lively and creative Montréal murals while highlighting the talent of the artists and collectives behind them. Highlights & Sites visited Here is an example of what you can expect on a typical tour: Explore the MURAL Festival zone, named after an unmissable event that played a key role in democratizing urban art. Some of Montréal’s most impressive murals can be found there.Further South, in the heart of the Entertainment District (Quartier des spectacles), you will also encounter some astounding murals, among which those created by Phillip Adams and David Guinn, from the MU organism.Learn more about the emergence and evolution of muralism and how it was first developed around popular themes and national propaganda, specifically in Mexico in the 1920s.Discover that Montréal was the first canadian city to develop this form of art in the 1970s and learn how the muralist movement grew to become so significant to the city.
What's included
- ✓100% guaranteed official city certified guide.
- ✓A relaxed, fun, and enjoyable 2-hour experience, led by the best guides Montréal has to offer.
- ✓A private guide for just you and your favorite people—the perfect way for couples, families, or friends to share a fun experience together.
- ✓By choosing a Guidatour experience, you’re supporting a local, woman-owned company that has showcased excellence and expertise for four decades.
What's not included
- ✓Tips aren’t mandatory but are a wonderful way to show your guide some extra love!
Good to know
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Pricing is group pricing, not per person
This is a private tour. Only your group will participate
Maximum allowed of 15 people per group
This tour operates in all weather conditions; dress accordingly
How it works
Important notes Meet In front of the Maison du développement durable (50, Sainte-Catherine St. West). Your guide will be there to greet you at the scheduled time.The tour ends on St-Laurent Blvd. near Prince-Arthur St.Tours go rain or shine.Gratuity for the guide is not mandatory, but it is customary (amount at your discretion). Thank you so much for your reservation—we can’t wait to explore with you! Still curious? Use promo code JAIME20MTL to get 20% off your next visit with Guidatour/Montréal Ghosts! Book now
Meeting Point
(In front of/Devant la) Maison du développement durable (Rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest 50, Montréal, Québec, H2X 3V4)
Good to know before you go
- Difficulty:
- Easy
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 3 days before the activity start time.
- •A 50% refund will apply if you cancel more than 48 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 48 hours before the activity start time.