{"id":30738,"date":"2025-02-24T11:22:49","date_gmt":"2025-02-24T16:22:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/?p=30738"},"modified":"2025-02-28T09:45:58","modified_gmt":"2025-02-28T14:45:58","slug":"top-5-day-trips-from-montreal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/must-do\/top-5-day-trips-from-montreal\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 day trips from Montreal"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

There’s a lot to love about Montreal<\/strong><\/a>. From the lively hubs of Place Jacques Cartier and the Quartier des Spectacles to the serenity of Notre Dame Basilica, the cosmopolitan hub of French Canada offers something for everyone. But sometimes you need a change of scene \u2014 and when it comes to Montreal, some of Quebec’s most beautiful regions are at your doorstep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you want to take a day to unwind in nature, discover the best restaurants in a new town, or explore fine art galleries and heritage sites, you can find it all and more just a short drive from Montreal. From national parks to charming villages, there are countless attractions to discover just an hour or two outside the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wondering where to visit outside of Montreal? This guide breaks down our top picks for an unforgettable Montreal day trip. Get ready to hop in the driver’s seat and discover them for yourself!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best Montreal day trips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Parc Jean-Drapeau<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Photo by Shayan Ghiasvand<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Why it’s great<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Located in Montreal’s Ville-Marie borough, Parc Jean-Drapeau is a natural playground just across the St Lawrence River from Old Montreal. Its two islands hosted for Expo 67 as well as the 1976 Olympic Games, and offer a packed schedule of sports programming and festivals all year round. It’s the perfect option for spending time outside the Montreal city centre without needing to travel far.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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When is the best time to visit Parc Jean-Drapeau<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The best time to visit the park is in the summer months, when the weather is best for outdoor activities and festival season is in full swing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tips for visitors<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Book your tickets well in advance if you plan to attend one of the park’s popular annual events, like the Osheaga Festival and Formula One Grand Prix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re visiting in the spring, don’t miss the urban sugar shack experience at the Ste-H\u00e9l\u00e8ne Bistro-Terrasse<\/strong> restaurant. Book your table to eat and drink traditional Quebecois specialties featuring the flavours of maple harvest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to get to Parc Jean Drapeau<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Accessing the park from Downtown Montreal can be as simple as hopping on the metro system. For ultimate freedom and convenience, book your Montreal rental car on Turo and take QC-134 West or Avenue Pierre-Dupuy from Downtown Montreal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re arriving by air, get your Montreal rental car delivered to Montr\u00e9al-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport<\/strong><\/a> and follow Autoroute 20 and QC-136 to Rue Notre Dame East, then take exit 7 from QC-136 and continue along Avenue Papineau, QC-134 West, and Chemin du Tour de l’isle to reach your destination. Paid parking is available in the park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n