Old Montreal is like the one place in all of Montreal that tourists flock to but this can not take away from the beauty of this area. I just enjoy strolling through this area of souvenir stores and over-priced restaurants, watching buskers and there long drawn out shows and relaxing in the Governors garden. The square in front of Notre Dame Basilica is also a nice place to sit and people watch. t is a beautiful area filled with history that makes for a nice stroll anytime of the year and I can't recommend it enough just for its beauty.