Join a lively 4-hour bike tour through Montreal’s artistic neighborhoods with Spade & Palacio Tours. Discover vibrant murals, scenic riverfront views, and hidden city gems—an active way to experience the city's cultural heartbeat.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness required; participants should be comfortable riding for extended periods.
Wildlife
History
Montreal’s street art scene blossomed in the late 20th century, transforming abandoned walls into vibrant canvases that tell stories of the city’s diverse culture.
Conservation
This tour prioritizes eco-friendly practices, emphasizing respectful engagement with local art and minimal environmental impact, promoting sustainable city tourism.
Spade & Palacio Tours
Join a lively 4-hour bike tour through Montreal’s artistic neighborhoods with Spade & Palacio Tours. Discover vibrant murals, scenic riverfront views, and hidden city gems—an active way to experience the city's cultural heartbeat.
Spade & Palacio Tours is a Toronto, Ontario–based tour company that designs artist-led walking, biking and food experiences in Toronto and Montréal. The company operates the original artist-run Toronto Street Art Tour in Dundas West and a suite of Montreal mural and cultural tours that highlight large-scale public artworks, neighborhoods and local markets. Tours range from short 90-minute mural walks to multi-hour bike and food excursions, with specific offerings including a 1.5-hour French mural walk, a 2-hour original Montreal Mural Tour, a 2 hour 45 minute Beyond the Basilica walk that includes skip-the-line access options at Notre-Dame Basilica, a 3-hour Beyond the Market food tour, and a 4-hour Pink Bike Tour that combines cycling, murals and a picnic.
Guides are presented as artists and local experts who explain techniques, histories and the cultural context behind murals and street art, and who point participants to neighborhoods, exhibitions and local businesses. Spade & Palacio Tours emphasizes curated routes through Dundas West and Saint-Laurent Boulevard, showcasing monumental murals that rise two to nine stories and smaller hidden works. Groups can expect walking and cycling formats, sightseeing, cultural commentary and food tastings where listed.
All tours described are offered under the Spade & Palacio Tours brand and operate in Toronto and Montréal. Descriptions and durations reflect current public trip summaries and aim to help visitors choose the right tour for art lovers, food enthusiasts and curious travelers. Booking information, meeting points and accessibility details are available in each public trip listing and seasonal schedules.
Locations
Toronto & Montréal
Tours in two major Canadian cities
Duration Range
1.5–4 hours
Short walks to multi-hour adventures
Tours Offered
9 tours
Guided walks, bikes and food tours
Focus
Street art & murals
Large-scale public artworks featured
Choose a walking, bike or food experience to discover murals, markets and local stories—book the right tour for art lovers.
Wear comfortable cycling clothes
Choose breathable clothing suitable for riding in urban environments.
Bring a camera
Capture Montreal’s colorful murals and scenic vistas along the route.
Stay hydrated
Carry water to stay refreshed during the moderate-paced ride.
Be mindful of traffic
Follow traffic rules and be cautious at intersections while navigating city streets.
Helmet
Protect your head during urban cycling.
Comfortable cycling clothes
Wear breathable, suitable attire for city riding.
Camera
Capture colorful murals and scenic vistas.
Bike lock
Secure your bike during breaks and at the end of the tour.