Map of Montreal – Neighbourhoods, Districts & Location Guide

This page provides a map of Montreal along with a clear overview of its neighbourhoods, districts and geographic layout in Quebec, Canada. It is designed for education, travel planning and general reference.

Montreal is one of Canada’s largest cities and is known for its island setting, bilingual culture, historic districts and major areas such as Old Montreal, Downtown, Plateau Mont-Royal and Ville-Marie.

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This map highlights Montreal’s layout, including its neighbourhoods, bridges, major roads and surrounding river geography.

Where Is Montreal Located?

Montreal is located in southern Quebec, Canada, on the Island of Montreal in the Saint Lawrence River system.

• North: Laval and river channels north of the island
• East: eastern island districts and the Saint Lawrence River
• South: South Shore communities across the river
• West: western island suburbs and Lake of Two Mountains direction

Neighbourhoods and Districts of Montreal

Montreal contains many well-known neighbourhoods and districts, each with its own identity, architecture and cultural character.

• Downtown Montreal — central business and commercial district
• Old Montreal — historic district near the riverfront
• Plateau Mont-Royal — dense residential and cultural area
• Ville-Marie — central borough including much of downtown
• Côte-des-Neiges — major residential district near Mount Royal
• Mile End — well-known artistic and cultural neighbourhood
• Outremont — residential district west of Mount Royal
• Hochelaga-Maisonneuve — eastern urban neighbourhood
• Verdun — southwestern waterfront district
• Saint-Laurent — large northern borough

Major Areas in Montreal

• Central Montreal — includes Downtown, Old Montreal and surrounding districts
• West End — includes western boroughs and suburban-style areas
• East End — major residential and industrial sectors
• North Montreal — includes northern boroughs and transport corridors
• Southwest Montreal — includes riverfront and redeveloping districts

Key Geographic Features

• Island of Montreal — core geographic base of the city
• Saint Lawrence River — major southern waterway
• Rivière des Prairies — northern waterway separating Montreal from Laval
• Mount Royal — central hill and iconic landmark
• Lachine Canal — historic canal corridor
• Bridge network — multiple crossings linking Montreal to surrounding regions

Related Maps & Location Guides

• Map of Canada
• Map of Ontario
• Map of Toronto
• Map of Vancouver
• Map of the World

Related Montreal Maps

• Map of Old Montreal
• Map of Old Port of Montreal
• Map of Place des Arts Montreal

Montreal Map FAQs

• Where is Montreal located?
  Montreal is located in southern Quebec on an island in the Saint Lawrence River.
• What are the main areas of Montreal?
  Main areas include Downtown, Old Montreal, Plateau Mont-Royal, Ville-Marie and Côte-des-Neiges.
• Is Montreal on an island?
  Yes. Most of Montreal is located on the Island of Montreal.

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