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Montreal Family Travel Guide

Visit Montreal in the winter and you'll be treated to Christmas lights.

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We love roaming Montreal with kids. There are plenty of fun things to do in Montreal for families, from delicious, French-inspired restaurants to terrific museums and parks. It's easy to get around this Canadian city, and we're even happy to visit in the winter for the spectacular holiday lights that bring Montreal even more alive.

Read on for vacation-planning inspiration and all the best things to do in Montreal.

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