11 days in Montreal, Canada: itinerary with Top attractions and Hidden Gems and Nature and outdoor

Day 2 starts at Montreal Museum of Fine Arts at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for exploration. Take a 15-minute taxi (~$15 CAD) to Jean Talon Market by 11:30 AM, enjoy local goods for 1.5 hours. At 1:30 PM, take a 20-minute metro ride (~$3.50 CAD) to Jardin botanique de Montréal. Spend 2 hours immersing in beautiful gardens, wrapping up your balanced day.

Day 3 in Montreal starts at the Montreal Science Centre at 9 AM; allow 2 hours for exhibits. A 15-minute walk takes you to Lachine Canal by 11:30 AM; enjoy a leisurely stroll for 2 hours. Then, take a 20-minute taxi (~$15 CAD) to the Montreal Insectarium, arriving by 2 PM for a 90-minute exploration.

Day 4 starts at Place des Arts at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for exploration. Take a 15-minute ride via taxi (~$10 CAD) to Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, arriving at 11:30 AM for a 90-minute visit. Afterward, take a 20-minute taxi ride (~$15 CAD) to Marché Atwater at 1:30 PM, allowing 90 minutes to enjoy local specialties.

Day 5 starts at La Ronde at 9 AM - allow 4 hours for rides and exploration. Take a 15-minute taxi to La Fontaine Park (~$15 CAD) for a relaxing lunch and stroll from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM. Spend 30 minutes traveling by taxi (~$15 CAD) to the McCord Stewart Museum for a 4 PM visit, allowing 2 hours for exhibits.

Day 6 starts at Saint Helen's Island (closest to city center) at 9 AM - allow 2 hours to explore its parks and museums. Take a 15-minute taxi ride (~$15 CAD) to Musée d'art contemporain de Montréal by 12 PM, spending 90 minutes viewing contemporary art. Conclude at Mount Royal Park at 2 PM - a quick 10-minute taxi ride (~$10 CAD) for a refreshing hour in nature.

Day 7 begins at the Montreal Museum of Archaeology and History at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for exploration. Travel to Space for Life at 11:30 AM, a 5-minute taxi ride (~$10 CAD). Spend 2 hours immersed in nature's wonders. Head to Chinatown at 2 PM, a 10-minute walk away, and enjoy your time for 90 minutes before concluding your day.

Day 8 starts at Saint-Jean-Baptiste Catholic Church at 9 AM - allow 1 hour for the visit. At 10 AM, walk 5 minutes to Saint-Catherine Street and enjoy shopping and dining for 2 hours. Around 12 PM, take a 15-minute taxi (~$10 CAD) to Old Port of Montreal, arriving by 1 PM - spend 2.5 hours exploring the waterfront and attractions.

Start Day 9 at The Biosphere, Environment Museum at 9 AM (allow 2 hours). Travel 15 minutes via taxi (~$15 CAD) to Parc Jean-Drapeau, arriving by 11:30 AM for 2.5 hours of exploration. Finally, take a 20-minute taxi ride (~$20 CAD) to Le Plateau-Mont-Royal, starting at 2:30 PM and allowing 2 hours to enjoy this vibrant neighborhood.

Day 10 starts at Mount Royal Park at 9 AM - allow 1 hour to enjoy the views. Travel 15 minutes by taxi (~$20 CAD) to La Fontaine Park for a leisurely 2-hour stroll, arriving at 10:30 AM. Next, head to Île de la Visitation at 1 PM via a 25-minute bus ride (about $3.50 CAD), and spend 90 minutes exploring the natural beauty.

Day 11 starts at Montreal Biodome at 9 AM - allow 2 hours to explore the ecosystems. Travel 15 minutes by bus (~$3 CAD) to Parc Jarry, arriving around 11:30 AM for a leisurely 1.5-hour stroll. Finally, take a 20-minute taxi ride (~$15 CAD) to Jean-Doré Beach, where you can relax for 2 hours until 4 PM.