Westmount Travel Guide
City City in Quebec, Canada known for its parks
Westmount occupies a leafy plateau above downtown Montreal, lined with Victorian homes, boutique shops and Westmount Park. People come for quiet walks, the annual maple-syrup events and easy access to Montreal’s museums and restaurants across a short metro ride.
Why Visit Westmount? #
Westmount appeals to visitors who want elegant urban neighborhoods, leafy parks and boutique shopping near downtown Montreal. Greene Avenue’s cafés and independent stores sit alongside grand Victorian homes and the sweeping lawns of Westmount Park, while Westmount Summit offers panoramic city views. The borough’s walkable streets, seasonal markets and Franco‑Québécois cafés create a refined, walkable experience distinct from the bustle of central Montreal.
Top Things to Do in Westmount
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- Westmount Park - Spacious Victorian park with ponds, tennis courts and great skyline views of Montreal.
- Westmount Summit Park - Short hike to the summit for panoramic cityscapes and quiet forest paths.
- Westmount Public Library - Historic library offering reading rooms, exhibitions and regular cultural programming.
- Victoria Hall - Heritage concert hall hosting performances and community events in restored surroundings.
- Greene Avenue boutiques - Tree-lined Greene Avenue with independent boutiques, cafes and specialty food shops.
- Patterson Avenue gardens - Small residential gardens and green corridors offering calm walks close to downtown.
- Old Montreal - Short metro ride to cobbled streets, Notre-Dame Basilica and riverside restaurants.
- Mount Royal Park - Walk or bike up Mount Royal for city panoramas and wooded trails in the heart.
Best Time to Visit Westmount #
Westmount (Montreal area) is best in summer for parks, terraces and festivals. Spring and autumn are pleasant but changeable; winters are cold and snowy, great if you enjoy winter activities.
Best Time to Visit Westmount #
Westmount's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -15°C to 27°C. Abundant rainfall (1019 mm/year), wettest in September, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -6°C and lows of -15°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -13°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 1°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 97 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -10°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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How to Get to Westmount
Westmount is an affluent, built-up borough of Montreal with strong public-transit links to downtown via STM buses and nearby metro stations. It's quickest to arrive from Trudeau Airport by taxi or airport bus then use local transit for shorter hops.
Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL): The main international airport serving Montreal and Westmount. From YUL you can take buses, taxis or ride-hailing into Westmount - drive time is around 20-35 minutes depending on traffic. The 747 Express bus to downtown has been a common option (fare has changed over time); check STM for current fares and payment methods.
Montréal-Mirabel / regional airports: Mirabel is no longer a major passenger airport; international connections use YUL for scheduled services to Westmount/Montréal.
Train / Metro: Westmount is served by Montreal’s metro (STM) via nearby Angrignon/Monk/Atwater stations depending on exact location; the closest STM metro access for much of Westmount is Atwater (green line) and Guy-Concordia area. Commuter trains (Exo) also serve nearby stations for greater Montreal suburbs.
Bus: STM buses serve Westmount extensively; local routes connect the borough to downtown Montreal, the metro network and neighbourhoods. A typical bus ride across town is 10-25 minutes depending on origin; fares are per STM rules.
How to Get Around Westmount #
Westmount is a compact, walkable city on Montreal Island with tree-lined streets and easy pedestrian access to shops and parks. Montreal STM buses serve Westmount and nearby metro stations (Atwater, Lionel‑Groulx and others) are within short transit rides. Taxis and rideshares operate widely; bike lanes and Vélo‑Montréal docking stations are available nearby.
Where to Stay in Westmount #
- Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth (downtown) - Occasional deals for budget-conscious
- Hotel Nelligan (Old Montreal) - Boutique location near Westmount
- Hotel Nelligan - Well-located Old Montreal boutique
- Hotel Bonaventure Montreal - Central with rooftop garden
- Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth - Landmark luxury in central Montreal
- Four Seasons Hotel Montreal - Top-tier downtown luxury
Where to Eat in Westmount #
Breakdown of cuisine types found across Westmount's restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.
Nightlife in Westmount #
Nightlife in Westmount itself is quiet and residential with a handful of bars and restaurants that close relatively early. Most lively nightlife and late-night options are found in central Montreal rather than in Westmount.
Shopping in Westmount #
Shopping in Westmount centers on boutique stores, gift shops and cafés along Greene Avenue and Victoria Village. For department stores, nightlife and a wider variety of cultural venues you’ll head into downtown Montreal, a short transit ride away.
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