Montreal History Guided Sightseeing Cruise: Explore the St. Lawrence River

Embark on a guided sightseeing cruise on the St. Lawrence River and discover the rich history of Montreal. Enjoy stunning views of the city center and indulge in delicious snacks from our bistro menu.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Croisieres AML - Explore 22 miles (35 km) of the historic St Lawrence River. Aboard your boat, the AML Cavalier Maxim, take advantage of the sunny terraces and relax while admiring the city, or enjoy the panoramic views from the glassed-in dining room. You’ll see the city from a completely new angle.
    The snack bar on board offers food and drinks…
What's Included
  • Guided cruise in French and English. Audioguide also available in 8 languages
  • Relax at Montreal’s unique floating terrace
  • Enjoy waterfront views and a memorable bistro experience
  • Captivating St. Lawrence River cruise for a fresh perspective of Montreal
  • 1 drink with the 4pm cruise only - For 13+
  • Glide under Jacques-Cartier Bridge, explore St. Helen’s Island
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Parking
Additional Information

Set sail on a memorable cruise along the St. Lawrence River, starting from the historic Old Port of Montréal. Sail past renowned landmarks such as the Biosphere, Jacques Cartier Bridge, and the Olympic Stadium, while an expert guide provides captivating insights into the city’s history and culture. This is a must-experience when visiting Montréal!
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Location
200 R. de la Commune O
Rue de la Commune Ouest
At the Grand Quai in the Old Port. Parking may be limited and traffic heavy. We recommend using public transport or arriving early. Boarding starts 30 minutes before departure. Boats leave on time, so please plan accordingly.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Wanda_s
Jul 2, 2025
River cruise Montreal - Wonderful way to enjoy a relaxing tour. Great value for the money. Would highly recommend this excursion to anyone.
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Cheryl_l
Jun 30, 2025
Fun and informative . ... - Fun and informative . Enjoyed seeing the various landmarks of Montreal. Relaxing trip at the Old Port.
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Clarasmain
Jun 16, 2025
Boat, sun and friends - I enjoyed the cruise with 3 friends on an afternoon in the sun. One can spend the cruise close to the guide for informative comments on the city or enjoy space with music. I would definitely do it again this summer.
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Jaav
Jul 14, 2025
Nice way to spend a hot sunny morning - A little bit on the expensive side but the ship is very nice with good food and drinks available. Good commentary and lots to see around the harbour with clear views of the iconic sights of Montreal.
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Elizabeth_b
Jul 8, 2025
Recommend checking the... - Recommend checking the weather forecast before booking to ensure favourable. We had heavy rain about 30 minutes into the tour and experience would have been better on a fine day.
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Joshua
Jul 6, 2025
Quick history tour via boat - Quick history tour via boat The boat tour gave a good view of Montreal from the St. Lawrence river as well as some great points of interest and history. I would suggest bringing a jacket as it gets windy/cool. Food and beverages are available for purchase.
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Brenda_b
Jul 4, 2025
Montreal cruise on St Lawrence - The guide was very informative during the cruise and also answered questions about nearby attractions after the sail concluded.
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V3079zideborahc
Jul 13, 2025
Easy trip, needed prettier views. - It was organized and easy to find and board. Everyone was friendly and helpful. On the downside I wanted to be out in the open water. The views were not very pretty.
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Randall_o
Jul 5, 2025
Pretty good boat ride - Large boat. Table seatings. Friendly crew. Decent narration on French and English. They serve food. Cocktail cruise includes beer or wine only
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Mary
Jun 30, 2025
Nice views, somewhat boring. - Fairly short cruise. There are some nice views. Narration in French and English. There were three of us and we agreed it is fairly boring.
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From $33
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).