#170 Montreal Day 2: Old Montreal, St. Helen's Island & Travel Tips

Planning a trip to Montreal? In this episode of the Everyday Bucket List Podcast, Karen and Rich share highlights from day two of their adventure, including Old Montreal, St. Helen's Island, and the beautiful floral sculptures at the Jardins des Floralis.

If you're following this travel series, check out Episode 167 to hear how the trip began. Each episode can also be enjoyed on its own.

In this episode:

  • Exploring Old Montreal and Notre-Dame Basilica

  • Lunch at Le Petit Dep

  • Ferry vs. Metro to St. Helen's Island

  • Visiting the Jardins des Floralies

  • The Old Port boardwalk and zipline

  • Trying authentic Montreal poutine

  • Travel dos and don'ts to save time

Karen and Rich share what they learned while exploring the city, including a ferry scheduling mistake that changed their plans, simple French etiquette tips, and why the Metro may be a better option if you're on a tight schedule.

They also discuss visiting the famous giant floral sculpture, strolling the Old Port, and ending the day with authentic poutine before sharing one of their biggest tips: visit Notre-Dame Basilica earlier in the day so you don't miss it before closing.

Whether it's your first trip to Montreal or you're looking for fresh travel ideas, this episode is full of fun things to do and practical tips to help you make the most of your visit.

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