Montreal is a French-Canadian city in the province of Quebec which exudes a colonial European charm. Set on the Saint Lawrence River, Montreal is actually an island, surrounded by water on all sides, and its historic Old Port and Old Montreal centre are sprinkled with remnants of its important commercial past, as well as enticing museums and restaurants. The city is named after the mountain it is built around, Mont-Royale, a proud beacon of the city where locals like to hike, walk with their dogs, and hang out with friends. Although Montreal is pretty small, its neighbourhoods were once independent cities, and each has kept its unique charm. One of the best things to do in Montreal is wander around its neighbourhoods, leading you from old-world France to bohemian Canada.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is a well-connected airport with direct flights to and from major cities around the world. It is located 18 km (16 minutes) southwest of the city centre by road. It can be reached via the 747 Express, a dedicated airport bus that runs 24 hours per day.
Montreal is usually warm in May, with highs of 20°C and an average temperature of 15°C. The climate tends to be wet, with an average 68% chance of rain each day.