PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Getting around

When you're planning your trip to Montréal, visit this website for everything you need to know about getting here, getting around the city, and making the most of your stay. Montréal is located in the beautiful province of Québec. To discover more about the city and its surroundings, click here! Also, check out the list of activities we recommend below.

Accommodation options

There are many options in Montreal. We listed a few ideas here for you, but please note that there are more to come! When looking at prices, make sure to put your travelling dates in, since August is high season and the prices will vary a lot! Please also note that taxes (Lodging tax 3.5% | GST 5% | QST 9.975%) will be charged at the time of payment.

More affordable options:

Activities

As the conference venue is in downtown Montreal, there is a wide range of activities to enjoy just a few steps away, or only a few metro stops away. For example:

  • Place des Arts (We invite you to book in advance for certain events, including shows from the Montreal Symphony Orchestra). For more information, click here. 
  • Museum of Fine Arts. All info here.
  • Museum of Contemporary Art. All info here. 
  • Society for Arts and Technology. All info here.
  • Museum McCord Stewart (photography). All info here.
  • Old Montréal, Old Town, and the Basilica Notre-Dame. All info here.
  • Place des Festivals. All info here.
  • Le village au pied-du-courant is a lovely urban beach. All info here.
  • Check out shows by the world-famous Cirque du Soleil.

A bit further away, other Montréal must-sees and things to do!

  • The botanical gardens are exquisite!
  • The Mont-Royal mountain, for a stroll in the forest, and gorgeous views of the city. All info here.
  • Wandering down the Mont-Royal pedestrian street, with cute cafés, vintage stores, and great bookstores. 
  • Canadian Centre for Architecture (the CCA has one of the best art and theory bookshops in town). All info here.
  • Bota Bota is Montreal’s favorite spa, located on a boat on the St. Lawrence River. All info here.
  • The Museum of Jewish Montreal (walking tours, exhibitions, events). All info here.

Where to eat during the day

To encourage communal dining and networking opportunities among participants, we recommend two excellent and pleasant food courts located near the conference venue, where you may easily find meals while also enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Montréal:

Where to eat at night

Montréal is a true gastronomic destination, and we invite you to enjoy it to the fullest. For good places to eat, you'll find restaurant ideas here and here. Tastet is an excellent resource for discovering Montreal's culinary scene. We recommend making reservations in advance, as it might be difficult to get a table at the last minute.
 
Where to get a drink
 
Right across from the conference venue is the Bénélux, a brasserie where you can enjoy refreshing craft beers.
For a glass of wine or a cocktail, we recommend Furco, and the Rooftop Garden of the Society for Arts and Technology. 
 
Key Tipping Guidelines in Montreal
 
  • Restaurants & Bars: 15–20% of the pre-tax total.
  • Taxis & Rideshares: 10–15%.
  • Hotel Staff: $2–$5 per day for housekeeping.

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