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Fitz Montréal Bike Tours
Year-round bike and walking tour company based in the Plateau, running three-hour rides through downtown, Old Montreal, Mile End and Jean-Talon Market since 2010.
At a glance
- Type
- Bike and walking tours
- Area
- Plateau-Mont-Royal, Montreal, Canada
- Official site
- fitzmontreal.com
Good to know
- Guided bike tours
- Old Montreal walking tour
- Bike rental
- Private and corporate tours
- Year-round
Why we recommend it
Fitz Montréal, formerly known as Fitz and Follwell Co., runs guided bike and walking tours from its Fitz Plateau base at 1251 rue Rachel Est. The company says it has welcomed more than 50,000 guests since 2010, and Montreal's tourism office notes that it operates year-round, with fat biking among the options once the snow arrives.
Its two main bike tours split the city neatly. The Highlights Bike Tour covers downtown, Old Montreal and the waterfront, and suits first-time visitors who want to see the main sights in one morning or afternoon. The second bike tour, named for the city's lesser-known corners, heads into the Plateau, Mile End and Jean-Talon Market, and is the better choice if you have already seen the old town. Both last about three hours, with departures at 10am and 2pm. There is also the Plateau Bike and Drink Tour, available for private groups.
For walkers, the Old Montreal Walking Tour takes two hours and works well alongside a visit to Notre-Dame Basilica or Pointe-à-Callière. According to the tourism office, the company's wider range also includes self-guided options, mountain biking, fat biking in the snow, nature observation and tastings, with most experiences designed to last under three hours.
Fitz rents bikes daily from 10am to 5.30pm. You fill in a rental form and the company sends a secure payment link. Tours are booked online through the website, and gift certificates are available, which make a practical present for a friend planning a trip to Montreal. Private VIP experiences and corporate activities are offered for groups of four to more than 200 people.
It suits active couples, families with older children, solo travellers and companies planning a team outing. The Plateau and Mile End tour is a good way to reach Jean-Talon Market and Mile End's bagel bakeries without working out the route yourself.
The Plateau base on rue Rachel Est is in the same street as La Banquise, so you can refuel with poutine after a ride. For questions, call (438) 792-6480, and book tours online through the FareHarbor system on the website. In winter, ask about fat biking and walking options, as the programme adapts to the season.
Fitz Montréal Bike Tours FAQs
Where is the company based?
At Fitz Plateau, 1251 rue Rachel Est.
How long are the bike tours?
About three hours.
What time do tours leave?
Departures are at 10am and 2pm.
Which tour covers the main sights?
The Highlights Bike Tour, through downtown, Old Montreal and the waterfront.
Which tour covers Mile End?
The company's Plateau, Mile End and Jean-Talon Market bike tour.
Is there a walking tour?
Yes. The Old Montreal Walking Tour lasts two hours.
Does it operate in winter?
Yes. The company runs tours year-round.
Can you rent bikes?
Yes. Bike rental runs daily from 10am to 5.30pm.