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Our Tours are Urban Adventures!

About our Photo Tours

Adventures thru the Lens Photo Tours are Urban Adventures. The goal is for travelers to:


• Discover and experience a city through the eyes of a local photographer.
• Encourage the observation of new viewpoints and interesting details which might easily be overlooked.
• To improve photography technique.
• To have a more interesting experience and involvement when visiting a city.
• Have fun
 

Our English-speaking Photographers have in-depth local knowledge, a passion for their city and for the art of photography. Photographers are carefully selected for their breadth of style and experience in either travel or photo-documentary/reportage.
So bring your camera and be prepared to walk, shoot and click


Half Day Photography Adventures Tours in
Montreal

Some of the things you will learn:

  • how to work with light and shadows in a creative way

  • how to use photographic techniques to create your personal vision

  • how to get the best photos in every situation

  • how to be ready to capture the moment.
     

 


Montreal thru the Lens - Old and New

A unique way to discover Montreal. Starting with the Notre Dame Basilica, a magnificent Gothic Revival church dating back to 1829. Discover the Chateau Ramezay Museum, a former Governor's residence dating back to the 18th Century. Montreal City Hall built in 1872 and from its balcony in 1967, French President General de Gaulle uttered his famous words "Vive le Québec libre!" Next on to the Marguerite Bourgeoys Museum, a key site in Old Montreal dating back to 1655. Also, Pierre du Calvet House, built in the 18th Century, this house is one of the most beautiful examples of urban architecture developed in New France. The Marché Bonsecours inaugurated in 1847 was the city's main agricultural marketplace for over a century. The Centre d'histoire de Montréal is a charming museum where the history of Montréal starting in 1535 comes to life. Finally, the Quays of the Old Port of Montréal is a 2.5 km long recreational and tourist park which offers a variety of outdoor activities. The Clock Tower in the Old Port was built in 1922 to commemorate the courage ot the men of the Merchant Fleet who were lost during World War 1. The Montreal Museum fo Archaelogy and History is a national historic site set at the very birthplace of Montreal. The Montreal Convention Center reveals a colourful facade. And much, more to be discovered and seen along the route. ce.


STARTING POINT: The Montreal Convention Center (Palais des Congrais) 1001, Jean-Paul Riopelle Place, Place d'Armes metro station

ENDING POINT: The Montreal Convention Center (Palais des Congrais) 1001, Jean-Paul Riopelle Place, Place d'Armes metro station

Saturday : 9:00am - 1:00pm 

Languages: English, French, Portuguese, some Italian

Tour Fee per person : $US 175

Blackout Dates: Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec


Additional Information

• Participants must have a basic knowledge of their cameras.
• We reserve the right to change the route based on local conditions.
• Tours leave rain or shine. In extreme conditions please call the local number.
• We suggest good walking shoes, a lightweight poncho, in case it rains and in high temperatures a small bottle of water & sun hat.
• A lightweight tripod is recommended for evening sessions
• Clients who have not booked this activity in conjunction with a hotel are advised to provide contact details.
• Cancellation fees may apply.


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