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Start your walk on rue St-Pierre at the Musée Marc-Aurèle Fortin to see his masterful paintings of Québec’s countryside. There is an interesting plaque next door providing a history of the neighborhood buildings. Continue down St-Pierre towards the waterfront and cross rue de la Commune to the walking path. Turn right to inspect the locks then enter the pretty Parc des Ecluses. The park’s restaurant terrace is a perfect place for a morning coffee break.

Next, head east along the waterfront where you may find second-hand booksellers, yachts of the rich and famous and portrait artists vying for your attention. Stay beside the water, past the Centre des Sciences de Montréal to Bassin Bonsecours, the waterfall, Quai de l’Horloge .

Go north to the Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours (400 rue St-Paul Est) where, if you are feeling energetic, you can climb the interior stairs for a wonderful view of the Vieux-Port, then go directly across the street to Auberge du Pierre-Calvet . Take a peek inside at the sumptuous period surroundings.

End your walk by strolling through Marché Bonsecours with its designer boutiques, then continue along rue St-Paul and buy a take-out lunch at Resto Chez l’Epicier to enjoy on Place Jacques-Cartier (see Place Jacques-Cartier & Place de la Dauversière) while people-watching.

This revamped arty bar/ restaurant, popular among local journalists, offers patrons an eclectic menu. The food-critic-turned-owner culls the best cuisine from different nations.

One of the most romantic spots in Montréal, this 1725 inn presents an outstanding collection of antiques. Dine in Les Filles du Roy restaurant for some delectable cuisine.

A celebrated inn where Benjamin Franklin met with the Sons of Liberty in 1775. It has a cosy lounge with fireplace and an interior atrium garden where breakfast is served (see Auberge Pierre du Calvet).

The oldest bank in Canada (1817) houses an interesting currency museum within an ornate interior.

An architectural centerpiece created for Expo ’67, the dome now acts as an Ecowatch Centre and a museum dedicated to the St Lawrence River and Great Lakes.

A sensational mix here – in the lush garden try French fries cooked in duck fat and divine poached salmon.

The bar attached to the popular Keg Steak House attracts a coterie of regulars spanning a wide range of occupations, nationalities and storytelling talents.

This is the place for all your photography needs. They have their own laboratory on the premises for both 35-mm film and digital equipment and a staff that understands the importance of those once-in-a-lifetime pictures.