Montreal is a city where French elegance meets American charm. Montreal shopping is synonymous with style.
One needs to keep up appearances right, so shopping is a must do activity. So, where are the 5 cheapest places for best bargains for Montreal shopping?
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Centre Eaton – Montreal
Centre Eaton or the Eaton Centre Montreal is world famous. It’s another vibrant Eaton Centre in Canada and is the gateway to the underground shopping malls in Montreal.
Your favourite brands are here at the Eaton Centre as well as dining and service options. It has a perfect location in the sprawling St Catherine precinct.
Location: St Catherine Street, downtown Montreal.
Underground City
The labyrinth of underground shops and malls connected to the Montreal metro station network is phenomenal. It’s 33 kilometres long and links major shopping malls and metro train stations.
The shopping is on a smaller scale to the malls, but the convenient shops and boutiques are there if you need something quick before getting on a train.
I got some bargain cheap mobile accessories in the underground mall near the Eaton Centre.
Location: In the heart of Montreal in the underground Metro network.
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Saint Catherine’s
St Catherine Street or Sainte-Catherine goes on forever. With every famous brand you can think of, it’s a long street network of boutiques, brand name retail stores and discount shops that have something for each budget and taste.
Location: St Catherine Street, in the middle of Montreal.
Carrefour
The Carrefour brand in recognised worldwide. The famous hypermarket – a cross between a supermarket and retail store has a presence in Canada.
The French influence is obvious as you look through this store. Check out the exceptional Carrefour supermarket in downtown Montreal that sells wonderful food for anyone on the go.
Location: St Catherine Street in central Montreal.
Premium Outlets Montreal
The Premium Outlets in Montreal are a shopper’s paradise. A tonne of big brand retail stores in the one location selling highly discounted items all year round.
If you like outlet shopping, you’ll love this place. Like any other American Outlet mall, it sells out of season or discontinued items. The outlet’s out of season stock may be your new season gear! It’s a bit of a trip to get there, but the bargains waiting are worth it!
Location: In Mirabel, about 1 hour outside of downtown Montreal.
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