Quartier Concordia

Quartier Concordia is a place where a dynamic urban energy is in unique balance with a lively, diverse community. It's a place where groundbreaking research stems from a free and fluent exchange of ideas. It's really the place to be. It's a neighbourhood full of diversity and life where the colours of our shared environment shine brightly. Cafés and restaurants, green spaces, extraordinary architecture, an active 24/7 vitality… it's all here.

Have a look at Quartier Concordia on a map. We invite you to visit anytime and see all our community has to offer. But short of being here, get to know Quartier Concordia.

Move around

If you're looking for a bird's eye view of the Quartier, our 'C' wayfinders — located at six spots throughout the neighbourhood — can guide you as you stroll through the community.

Discover Montreal by bike, foot or metro. There is lot's to discover. If you're biking, Sustainable Concordia is a wonderful resource to find valuable riding tips and maps to the extensive network of bike paths through the Quartier and throughout Montreal. Bikes are for rent with Bixi Montreal at 800 BIXI stations aroud Montreal. Concordia is connected underground with the Montréals metro (station Guy-Concordia) connecting most parts of the city with the university. 
 

Hang out

When you're ready to unwind a while, Quartier Concordia has stimulating street life with numerous places and spaces to relax and enjoy. There are 154 restaurants, 68 cafés and bars/pubs/clubs, and 33 personal care services such as spas and salons – more than enough to keep you busy for an afternoon or a weekend getaway. The majority of establishments are non-franchised and independent that add to the unique character of the neighbourhood. And, when you're done for the day, there are 11 nearby hotels, from mid-range to luxury.

If you're looking for a nice view, take the elevator up to the 11th floor of the EV Building. The vista of Montreal's downtown and beyond is one of the best in the city. If you're looking for a green space, kick off your shoes on the lawn at St. James the Apostle church on Ste-Catherine Street just east of Bishop, or head down to the Grey Nuns grounds for a bit of quiet in an expansive green space in the heart of the metropolis.