In the Shadow of the Mountain: Montreal Jewish History Walking Tour | 2 hours

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In the Shadow of the Mountain
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By way of poetry and novels, this tour explores how Jews envisioned their life in Montreal and contrasts these utopic visions to the realities of life inthe city.

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Local guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Overview

In the Shadow of the Mountain (2-hour tour) takes you through the Plateau neighborhood and traces the roots of Montreal’s Jewish community through early 20th century Yiddish and then English literature. By way of poetry and novels, this tour explores how Jews envisioned their life in Montreal and contrasts these utopic visions to the realities of life in the city. You’ll also discover the ways in which Montreal's Jewish community made the Plateau their home at the foot of the mountain, and made a lasting impression on its landscape.

Itinerary

  • Musee du Montreal juif - Museum of Jewish Montreal (Pass By)

    Please note that while we are running outdoor food and walking tours, the museum's interior space is currently closed.

  • Mount Royal Park (Pass By)

    Walk through Montreal's Jewish history!

  • Plateau Mont-Royal (Pass By)

    Walk through Montreal's Jewish history!

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Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • The tour begins and ends at 4040 Boulevard St-Laurent

Free Cancellation

June 05100% refund
June 06No refund

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Showing 1-5 of 27 reviews with 5 stars

Avery was fantastic!

Published on Nov, 2024

Avery was fantastic! A really great tour guide. Thanks for an excellent tour and experience. We appreciated it a lot...

Avery was fantastic!

Published on Nov, 2024

Avery was fantastic! A really great tour guide. Thanks for an excellent tour and experience. We appreciated it a lot...

Recommended experience

Published on Sep, 2024

Very knowledgeable guide. Interesting subjects and well planned tour. The guide was very nice, patient , and answered all my questions

Recommended experience

Published on Sep, 2024

Very knowledgeable guide. Interesting subjects and well planned tour. The guide was very nice, patient , and answered all my questions

Well researched tour

Published on Sep, 2024

Really appreciated the breadth of our tour guide's experience. The tour was engaging and a nice way to spend a morning.

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