If you want the easiest way to get up Mont Royal, get on Peel Street. There's a LOT of stairs to the top. There's several walking paths in which people are usually exercising. There's some statues on the ground level. Once you get to the top, there is an ice pop cart off to the right(I think). There's a large area where you can take pictures, but the only place you can sit outside is right in front of the building, and if it's sunny, the sun will definitely be on you. Inside, there are interesting squirrels in the eaves. There is a gift shop and some seating. There's a vending machine, but if you want plain water, you have to go downstairs, where there are restrooms. It's generally creepy in the basement, though. It's fun (going down) and you will be glad you went.