Discover twice the city in half the time with our expert team of travel writers who share what you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Montreal & Quebec City.

Imagine a place where quiet cobbled streets lead to inventive neighbourhood bistros, and lively jazz bars spill into historic squares. Every must-see spot in this guide comes straight from travellers and locals who have cycled the Lachine Canal, roamed Mile End's contemporary art galleries, and reached the top of Oratoire St-Joseph. Just think of us as your friend on the inside. If it's in this guide, it's worth your time!

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Pocket Montreal & Quebec City travel guide. Our Pocket guidebook format contains the best insider knowledge for planning trips between 1-7 days including:

• Easy-to-use design so you can navigate Montreal & Quebec City effortlessly
• Exciting 'Three Perfect Days' itineraries that are packed with unmissable attractions and activities
• Eat, drink and shop like a local with extensive listings of our picks top restaurants, bars, markets and street vendors
• Inspiring photography and detailed maps including a pull-out map of Montreal
• Explore on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each area's personality and highlight unique experiences on each trail
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Basilique Notre-Dame, to Old Port, and Parc Jean-Drapeau
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, navigating transport confidently, local etiquette, LGBTQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, using money, accessibility and responsible travel
• Covers: Old Montreal; Downtown & Chinatown; Quartier Latin, the Village & HoMa; Plateau Mont-Royal; Mile End, Little Italy & Outremont; Lachine Canal & Southwest Montreal; Quebec City; Ile d'Orleans; Parc de la Chute-Montmorency; Wendake

Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary destination and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Montreal & Quebec City.