The celebrations start in May and continue until the leaves turn gold in October. Sometimes the festivals overlap, it's possible to see free jazz shows in the afternoon and a fireworks show at night. The US Dollar is worth about a buck and a half in Quebec. This means you can stretch your vacation dollar at Quebec's famous French restaurants and pick up bargains at Quebec's stores and boutiques. This is the best of both worlds, the Old World French and the innovative, New World gastronomy of Quebec.
Montreal restaurants spill out onto terraces and sidewalks as soon as the spring sun warms the city.
Above ground you can stroll tree-lined streets and discover designer shops. The city lights up at night. The rate of exchange varies from day to day. Check your hotel or nearby bank for each day's rate. At Central Avenue Chrysler.