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1 Toronto skyline at dusk.
2 The National Gallery of
Canada in Ottawa.
3 Notre Dame Basilica
in Montreal.
4 Montreal-style bagels.
5 Barn in New Brunswick .

go inside – it’s one of Quebec’s crown with century-old establishments. Many
jewels. Art lovers should also visit the eateries feature poutine, bagels and
Musée des Beaux-Arts (p246), which smoked meat – all mandatory dishes
showcases the best of Canadian art, in Montreal. After lunch, head to Spa
as well as notable European artists. Scandinave and relax in its thermal bath
Afterward, stroll pedestrian-friendly waters before dinner at Ristorante Da
Vieux-Montréal, and walk the waterfront Emma (777 de la Commune St), which was
promenade along the Vieux-Port (p258). once a woman’s prison and now serves up
With its old-world vibe and French the best Roman cuisine outside of Italy.
culture, this area very much resembles Round off your day at the Place des Arts
Paris. Rue Prince Arthur Ouest is the (p252), where famous musicians perform
street to go to find a great restaurant, most Saturdays and Sundays.
many of which endorse bringing your
own booze.
Day 6
It’s all about the journey, not the
Day 5 destination, today. Leaving Montreal at
Arrange to meet a professional guide and 1pm, VIA Rail transports you overnight
foodie in your hotel lobby for a culinary on its “Océan” trip across Atlantic Canada
and culture tour, beginning with a to Halifax (arriving at 10am). Some of
“Lumberjack Special” breakfast of cretons its comfy sleeper cabins in the plush
(a spicy Quebec pork pate), baguette and “Renaissance” cars even have en-suite
strong coffee at Jean Talon Market (p250). showers. You’ll cross the Saint Lawrence
Walking through the historic Saint River as dinner is served and wake to
Laurent and Saint Denis neighborhoods spectacular forests and rural farms in
and Montréal’s Mile End is like stepping New Brunswick at breakfast. Closer to
back in time. Although the area is packed Halifax, look out for the giant grain
with the newest, trendiest shops and elevators and the spectacular Bedford
restaurants, these coexist side by side Basin, a huge enclosed bay.
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