You see it from the other side of the river, and it’s only when you get closer that you realise how big it is. For some reason, it reminds me of the iconic giant spider by artist Louise Bourgeois that you may have seen in different cities around the world. It’s massive, strong but with curves that induce some kind of softness. A beautiful contradiction with the apparent sturdiness of the material used for those installations, in total harmony with the Olympic park.
It’s one of the few remains of Montreal Expo 1967 all within walking distance from each other. Once on the island St-Helen, you will have the chance to go back in time going to the Biosphere, seeing the casino from outside (much more interesting than from inside) located on the next island hosting the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, the famous Habitat 67 housing and of course this sculpture called “Trois Disques” by American artist Alexander Calder. Another ground-level viewpoint on the Montreal skyline, the location of this outdoor art installation offers a stunning viewpoint on the old port and skyline from the St-Lawrence river.
If you have a bike then I don’t need to explain, but if you don’t, just take the blue line of the subway network, go out at station Jean-Drapeau and enjoy.
Find your way with 135 Insider Tips from our Local Spotters
Loved this Spot?Join your international community. Share your favs and become part of our international community!
Espace Urbain is a store that sells afro and urban-inspired products; everything from clothing and jewelry to beauty products and art. They have over 120 local brands and unique products, many of which are handmade.
by
It's not often that you can search vinyl, have a coffee, have brunch or eat a delicious burger - one of my top two - while someone is DJ'ing for you.
by
Cafe or concept - Got Soul’s unique combination of the two which works well. Fans of club music and vintage vinyl will feel right at home...
by
It's quite interesting because it's all in length, with a stage in the middle to the right & a bar on the left side stretched on almost half of the space.
by
"Café Toranj" in Shelbrooke, Montreal, is a Persian café with eclectic decor. I can vouch for their saffron cake - and check out their latte!
by
"Guido Molinari" in Montreal has everything going for it. It's an art space that always gets me thrilled whenever there's a new exhibition going on...
by
Finish him! Me-style kick! Hadouken! Shoryuken! If you’re familiar with these phrases, odds are that you're a gamer, or at least played a video game or two in your life.
by
My bowling career has taken a new turn in the winter of 2023 when my job started a bowling league this winter, in teams of 6 players and we meet twice a month at Quilles Moderne Inc.
by
"Saint Sushi Bar" in Montreal is not a traditional Japanese sushi restaurant - rather, its focus is on playful, hiphop, 'gangsta' reinterpretations.
by
"Tami nails" Montreal is my favorite nail art studio. The artists are precise, fast and it's well priced. In short, a girl's luxury that feels good!
by
"Kahwa Café" Montreal is one of my favorite places for coffee or tea. There's often a new exhibition and it's a great place to work with the free wi-fi...
by
135 Insider Tips from our local Spotters
Authentic Stories by Real People
Escape the Crowd & Travel Slow 🐌
✓ 0 Insider Tips from our local Spotters
✓ 135 Insider Tips