Where to find Wi-Fi when travelling in Montréal
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How to stay connected in Montréal? Find free Wi-Fi from the Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Old Montréal and the Quartier des Spectacles. Our guide covers MtlWiFi, indie cafés, and Parc Jean-Drapeau hotspots.
YUL Montréal-Trudeau International Airport
The Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
After your flight lands in Montréal, you might have a few moments at the luggage carousel. Use the airport’s free Wi-Fi to post an official “I’m in Montréal” selfie!
Downtown
Montréal has an ambitious free public urban Wi-Fi network. With a total of 275 access stations, visitors can essentially move throughout downtown Montréal while remaining connected via the MtlWiFi network. In the Entertainment District (Quartier des spectacles), use the free Wi-Fi network to share some live video during such big events as the Montréal International Jazz Festival and MONTRÉAL EN LUMIÈRE.
Biosphère, Environment Museum
Parc Jean-Drapeau
You can connect your smartphone, tablet or laptop computer to Wi-Fi in certain areas of Île Sainte-Hélène and Île Notre-Dame. Easily connect to Parc Jean-Drapeau’s Wi-Fi network by selecting " WI-FI PJD " from the list of available networks on your device.
Shopping districts
The majority of Montréal shopping malls offer free Wi-Fi to visitors. Which is perfect, as you’re going to want to post a selfie of the hot new outfit you found.
Indie cafés
While some Montréal cafés are deliberately not offering Wi-Fi (to create calm, offline gathering spaces), the majority of independently-owned cafés do have free Wi-Fi networks. Check out these indie coffee shops in Montréal.
Corporate restaurants and cafés
Montréal has a host of American-style quick service restaurants and corporate cafés that offer complimentary Wi-Fi. Locations throughout the city.
Crew Café - Desks
Coworking spaces
For travellers who are mixing business and leisure, the city offers some innovative spaces to log a little office time. A revamped bank, Crew Collective & Café is a stunning location to spend the afternoon. The Loft LPD (from the folks at “Le Petit Dep”) is designed to inspire creativity, stimulate the exchange of ideas, and connect the local community of professionals. Discover even more stunning coworking options.
eSIM cards
Need even more connection? An eSIM card might be your best option. Mobile applications such as Airalo or Saily offer eSIMs in Canada.
Daniel Baylis
Daniel Baylis is a writer, poet, and musician. Several years ago he moved to Montréal to chase silly bohemian dreams. And he’s still at it.
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