With a heat wave in full swing, we’re thanking our lucky stars for Montreal’s public pools, sexy rooftop pools and beaches in and around the city.
Pack your favourite cheap eats, grab a beach chair and don’t forget the sunscreen.
Are there any beaches in Montreal?
1. Clock Tower Beach
Closest metro: Champ-de-Mars
Situated in the heart of Montreal’s Old Port, this urban beach is the perfect spot to unwind after a long day without straying far from the city centre. It’s a winning combination of bar and a park, replacing the traditional terrasse with sand, plastic chairs, and parasols.
Thanks to the French Riviera vibes, it's a charming slice of the city and a fantastic place to watch the International Fireworks Festival. Free entry unless there’s an event.
2. Verdun Beach
Closest metro: De l’Eglise
When it comes to urban beaches, few are as good as this one tucked behind the Verdun Auditorium and just a few steps from one of the coolest streets in the world. By day, families flock here with their kids, while evenings are for pop-up dance parties. The beach is also accessible by bike along the waterfront bicycle path, and access is free of charge.
3. Jean-Doré Beach
Closest metro: Jean-Drapeau
Located on Parc Jean-Drapeau (home to Osheaga and Piknic Electronik, for starters), Jean-Doré beach is 15,000 square metres of outdoor space with activities for all ages (paddle board yoga to beach volleyball).
It's also home to Aquazilla, the epic floating water park for kids of all ages.
Time Out Tip: The beach and Aquazilla open at 10 a.m., on June 22, 2024, and you can purchase your tickets online here.
4. Village au Pied-du-Courant
Closest metro: Papineau
Just a short walk from Papineau station, this beach boardwalk is all about great food, drinks and dancing under the stars thanks to the live music all summer long.
Expect food trucks, a beer garden, and activities like a Saturday night spotlight on latin culture.
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