It is with immense pride that I invite you to discover the many charms of our city. I am confident that it won’t take long for you to fall under the spell of Montréal’s rich heritage and cultural wealth, not to mention its diverse culinary offer and the irresistible joie de vivre of its citizens!
Easily accessed by land, air and water, Montréal welcomes more than 8 million tourists annually, who spend some $2.5 billion dollars. With its unique combination of Old World charm and North American energy, Montréal is celebrated not only for its trendsetting spirit but also its easygoing nature, and offers an ideal destination for both business and pleasure.
True to its status as international hub, Montréal ranks second in North America for hosting international meetings, with infrastructures that meet the standards of the most discerning delegate. Meeting Planners International, one of the largest associations of meeting planners in the world, chose Montréal to host its annual convention in 2007, an event which proceeded to set attendance-breaking records. The numerous and glowing comments we received confirm that our city scores high points for its legendary hospitality, superior equipment and services, and array of unique attractions.