Montreal is home to magical spots where golden hour hits a little different. For those on the hunt for the ultimate place to catch the sunset on the Island, we’ve got you covered.
Whether you’re looking to revamp your Instagram feed, spend a little one-on-one time with Mother Nature, or want a cute backdrop for a date night, you really can’t go wrong with any of these Montreal destinations.
Here are five of the best places in Montreal to watch the sunset this summer:
St. Joseph’s Oratory
Where: 3800, Chem. Queen Mary
Why You Need To Go: Now, this spot will certainly take your breathe away. Not only can you enjoy remarkable sights of Montreal’s sunset at the St. Joseph’s Oratory observation deck but you can also revel in the stunning architecture (and size) of this Montreal church. You can opt to bring a blanket, some snacks and sit atop the Oratory’s stairs all while taking in those golden hour sights.
St. Joseph’s Oratory website
Beaver Lake | Mont-Royal
Where: 2000, Chem. du Remembrance
Why You Need To Go: For those looking for a three-for-one option can trek over to Parc du Mont-Royal where you can catch the sunset at various locations on the mountain, including Beaver Lake, the Mont-Royal lookout and the Belvédère Camillien-Houde lookout, all of which offer stunning views of Montreal (including sights of the Olympic Stadium) and are ideal locations for catching the sunset, too.
Beaver Lake website
Parc René-Levesque
Where: 398, Chem. du Canal
Why You Need To Go: A popular summer spot, the Lachine lookout is open all year round and offers panoramic views of Montreal’s coastline. The tip of the peninsula is the quintessential sunset spot, where you can enjoy a picnic, a stroll with that special someone, or a solo moment where you can unwind and gaze into the distance. On the very edge of the peninsula tip, sunset catchers can also enjoy views of the Lachine lighthouse, where you can often watch folks fishing, too.
Parc René-Lévesque website
Hiatus | RoseOrange
Where: 1, Place Ville Marie
Why You Need To Go: Hiatus and RoseOrange officially opened its doors on August 1, 2023 and currently occupies the two top floors of Place Ville Marie. On the 45th floor, guests will be able to find a café-bar that will remain open all day so you can enjoy a morning coffee, an afternoon bite, or an after-work 5 à 7. As the evening falls, the café bar area of Hiatus will offer a selection of wines by the glass and cocktails, as well as small bites, all in a cozy, upscale setting. This way you can you enjoy drinks and food all while admiring the stunning sunset.
Hiatus website
Parc Jacques-de-Lesseps
Where: directly off of Côte De Liesse and Halpern in Dorval, QC
Why You Need To Go: Parc Jacques-de-Lesseps, which lets you take in the stellar sights right by Montreal International Airport in Dorval. Accessing the park is no biggie: it can be reached by both car and public transportation. Now, this park isn’t your average Montreal park. There aren’t any playgrounds or exhibits to wander around and look at, but there are loads of green spaces giving you unobstructed views of the 06R and 24L runway as well as of the adjacent taxiways, which also means nothing can block a gorgeous sunset, either.
Parc Jacques-de-Lesseps website
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