Pro sports in Montreal
3 pro teams play in Montreal. Here's where to see them, plus tickets and how to build it into a road trip.
🏆 Montreal teams
⚡ Quick answers
- What pro sports teams are in Montreal?
- Montreal has 3 pro teams: the Montreal Alouettes (CFL), the CF Montréal (MLS) and the Montreal Canadiens (NHL).
- Where do Montreal's teams play?
- Bell Centre (Canadiens), Stade Saputo (CF Montréal) and Percival Molson Memorial Stadium (Alouettes).
- What airport do you fly into for a game in Montreal?
- Montréal (YUL) is the closest major airport, about 10 miles (16 km) from Bell Centre — roughly 14 min by car depending on traffic.
🧳 Things to do in Montreal
Old-world charm, world-class food and legendary nightlife. Make a weekend of it.
💬Settle the bagel debate yourself — St-Viateur and Fairmount are two blocks apart, so just try both. Smoked meat at Schwartz's is non-negotiable, the Plateau and Mile End are where the night happens, and climbing Mount Royal at dusk gives you the whole city lit up below.
🍽 Eat
- Bagels — St-Viateur vs. Fairmount — pick a side.
- Schwartz's — The iconic smoked-meat deli.
- Jean-Talon Market — Big open-air market in Little Italy.
🍺 Grab a drink
- The Plateau & Mile End — Bars, terraces and craft beer.
🎨 See & culture
- Old Montréal & Notre-Dame Basilica — Cobblestones and a jaw-dropping church.
- Montréal Museum of Fine Arts — The city's flagship gallery.
🎯 Things to do
- Wander Old Montréal — Europe without the flight.
- Festivals (summer) — Jazz, comedy and more take over downtown.
🌲 Outdoors & hikes
- Mount Royal — Climb the park for the best city view.
Hand-picked highlights for planning a trip around the games — verify hours & details before you go.
🏠 Where to stay in Montreal
Vacation rentals across Montrealon OwnerDirect — book direct with the owner, with more room than a hotel if you're travelling as a group.