Montreal was a thriving city, home to some of the richest and poorest people of British North America during the mid-1800s. (Courtesy of the National Archives of Canada) The English-speaking elite ...

Warm summer temperatures make exploring on foot enjoyable, while the heated Underground City makes walking downtown more pleasant during the winter. If you are drawn to the temperate summer months ...

Even if you're visiting during the winter, don't rule out walking; the Underground City makes getting around downtown both simple and warm. The city operates an extensive public transportation ...