West Island is a perfect area for relaxation, fun, and quality time with family and friends to both domestic and foreign tourists.
Surprisingly, it doesn't come as a choice for newcomers, as there are more mainstream areas in this area that get the right of passage due to their reputation, but after you get done with those, you should visit the following.
Montreal welcomes more than 11 million foreign tourists a year, and there are many good reasons for that. The playful and sometimes even wild energy in the city brings many people to the Island every year. The attractions are numerous and highly valued among the visitors.
The Montreal Casino is a perfect example of the "vibe" that the city center leaves the visitors with once they step into it. The building served as the French pavilion in 1967. It's known as one of the most significant buildings of this type in Canada. It was transformed into a casino in 1993 and a well-preserved state at the time. The building is visitable even today, and the interior has a specific, fun atmosphere. In the section where live roulette gets spun, players will get to see much of the history built in it, architectural jewels, while also the heart of entertainment vibes.
A bit farther away from the culture, games, and general hype, West Island is an oasis of peace, a perfect place to rest the body, the soul, and the mind. The Western part of the Island offers beautiful nature, sunsets, and unique shopping experiences.
West Island – Rest Island
If you have ever flown to Montreal, you've already visited the West Island, as the airport in Dorval is in the Western part of Montreal. In addition to that, West Island includes Beaconsfield, Pointe-Claire, Senneville, Pierrefond, Kirkland, Baie-D’Urfé, Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, and Île-Bizard.
The area located on the Western part of the Island is a perfect mix of international and local events, where everyone gets welcomed. Whether you imagine a quality holiday with many activities such as biking or sports or the one with good food and peaceful sleep, West Island has got it all. West Island is full of hidden gems, although it might seem not "worth exploring" at first.
Natural Beauty
Bois-de-Liesse Nature Park and Prairie River on the edge of the Island make a perfect destination for taking up some time for yourself (or the whole family). The park is one of the best places to relax, bike around, or just have a picnic.
There is also Morgan Arboretum, a place made for relaxation among the plants and the fresh air they produce. Just around the corner from the Arboretum, there is the EcoMuseum, which many visitors enjoy.
Great Coffee, Delicious Food, Quality Shopping
For those who love the feel of a small town, lovely shops, beautiful old buildings, and restaurants that serve home-cooked food, the ancient villages on the West Island are a perfect choice. Pointe-Claire, Ste. Anne de Bellevue and Beaurepaire offer an authentic experience of the local life.
Boutique Le Panier in the Pointe-Claire village is one of the favorite places for foreign tourists, and good coffee has a guarantee in this town.
Like Pointe-Claire Village, located at the tip of the Island, Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue offers a few picturesque streets filled with cafés, restaurants, and stores of different kinds, alongside a fantastic view of the river canal and its ships.
