Step into Montreal's past with a guided walk through H. Fisher & Fils, uncovering a century of Jewish history and local industry. Discover stories that shaped the city's cultural landscape.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; walking is light to moderate.
Wildlife
History
Montreal’s Jewish community played a pivotal role in the city’s development, with many immigrant entrepreneurs shaping its cultural landscape since the early 20th century.
Conservation
Efforts are in place to preserve the historic sites and educate visitors on respecting Montreal's diverse heritage.
Museum of Jewish Montreal - Walking Tours
Step into Montreal's past with a guided walk through H. Fisher & Fils, uncovering a century of Jewish history and local industry. Discover stories that shaped the city's cultural landscape.
Museum of Jewish Montreal - Walking Tours is a Montréal-based cultural tours provider that documents and interprets the city’s Jewish heritage.
The organization offers guided walking and food tours across historic neighborhoods including Mile End, Plateau and Outremont, focusing on community life, literary legacies, synagogues, schools, and culinary landmarks. Tours range from private historical walks to themed English-language routes and kosher food experiences.
Guided options include private historical walking tours that present three distinct itineraries exploring cultural life, literary figures, and community resilience from the 1910s to the 1960s. The offering also includes focused visits such as the H. Fisher & Fils guided visit, which examines a sewing supply shop that served Montreal’s garment industry for a century. Food-focused experiences include public and private kosher food tours highlighting smoked meat, bagels, and other Jewish culinary traditions in Mile End and Outremont.
The tours combine neighborhood walking with storytelling, site visits, and small-group formats to provide intimate, informative experiences. Guides present documented histories and on-site context, spotlighting figures like Leonard Cohen where relevant. Many tours are available in English and can be arranged privately for groups that prefer customized itineraries.
Museum of Jewish Montreal - Walking Tours partners with local businesses and historic sites to access interior visits and archival materials when applicable. This approach supports educational goals, deepens understanding of Montreal’s Jewish past, and offers visitors a reliable, focused way to explore cultural and culinary heritage. Tours are suitable for visitors, local residents, students, historians, and culinary enthusiasts seeking deeper.
Location
Montréal, Québec
Historic city neighborhoods
Tours Offered
9
Walking & food experiences
Historic Focus
1910s–1960s
Cultural and community history
Visit Highlight
H. Fisher & Fils
Guided visit to a century-old shop
Reserve private or small-group walking and kosher food tours across Mile End, Plateau and Outremont.
Wear comfortable shoes
This tour involves walking through historic neighborhoods, so comfortable footwear is recommended.
Bring a notebook
Note-taking can enhance your experience as you pick up fascinating details about Montreal's history.
Arrive early
Getting there a few minutes before start helps you settle in without rushing.
Photography allowed
Feel free to take photos of the historic site and street scenes; just respect the guided tour instructions.
Comfortable walking shoes
Ensures comfort for extended walking through the city.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during the walking tour.
Smartphone or camera
Capture the historic sights and memories.
Weather-appropriate clothing
Dress accordingly to enjoy the tour comfortably in any weather.
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