102 Best Places to Shop in Montreal, Quebec

One of the top shoe stores in Montréal, hands down, Scarpa, which means "shoe" in Italian, has been in business since 2008. From espadrilles, flats, and pumps to winter boots, sneakers, and strappy sandals, Scarpa shoes are always high quality and consistently on point. The company has its own footwear brand and atelier, which aptly enough is called Ateliers. A smaller collection of men's shoes is also available.

Designed in Montréal and sold around the world, this is couture swimwear at its finest. In a rainbow of colors, these sexy cuts are meant to be displayed—though one of the ethereal cover-ups just might make one reconsider. There's also a collection of men's swim trunks and briefs.

Known around Montréal as one of the top menswear destinations, Tozzi is a one-stop shop for the dapper gentleman. Suits, polos, jeans, watches, sunglasses, and cologne—this boutique, spread over four separate addresses on rue Crescent, offers just about everything in a minimalist, serene environment. The brand now also carries women's fashions and housewares.

Stylish Hervé Léger dresses at two for C$500? Style-savvy cofounders Maryam Rafa and Angelica Koinis believe that women should look good and dress well without having to spend a small fortune. Designer denim and fabulous cocktail dresses and evening gowns for half off (or more) have built their reputation.

This cheerful boutique is a dream-come-true for owner Audrey Morissette, who adores all things whimsical and feminine. Uniting her love of fashion and decor, the shop is filled with pretty items ranging from jewelry to clothing to candles, as well as ceramics and other household items.

Deep in the heart of the McGill University neighborhood, or the Ghetto as it's known by locals, this award-winning Montréal landmark is bursting with used books (including first editions) and specializes in philosophy, poetry, and literature. Despite its dilapidated appearance, the Lilliputian shop is beloved by locals and visitors alike. As celebrated Montréal novelist Heather O'Neill says, "Everyone says a prayer before walking in so that the roof won’t collapse." Open since 1975, the owners shunned modern technology (including a cash register) until just a few years ago. There's not even a sign, so keep your eyes peeled as you walk along Milton, though the bargain books lining the window are a good clue. The Word made an appearance in the Netflix movie Pieces of a Woman starring Vanessa Kirby and Shia LaBeouf.

This multilevel labyrinth of affordable housewares is filled with fine and stylish—and sometimes wacky—designs for the kitchen, bath, and living room. There is also an outpost at 6816 boulevard St-Laurent in Little Italy.

This is the biggest and liveliest of the city's public markets. On weekends in summer and fall, crowds swarm the half-acre or so of outdoor produce stalls, looking for the fattest tomatoes, sweetest melons, and juiciest strawberries. Its shops also sell sausage, fish, cheese, bread, pastries, and other delicacies. Early in the morning you might rub elbows with the city's top chefs. The market is in the northern end of the city, but is easy to get to by métro.

Armoires and sideboards brimming with fine crystal and china line the walls at this beautiful shop, while chandeliers, linens, and other vintage pieces make up the rest of the treasures. Call or email before you visit, as hours can vary.

At more than 10,000 square feet, Aritzia's gleaming glass-fronted, two-story location on rue Ste-Catherine is the Vancouver brand's largest in Canada. Offering dressy and casual classics in addition to youthful contemporary fashions, this is the place to shop if you're looking for on-trend women's clothing at midrange prices. Along with its own collections, Aritzia also carries popular labels like Mackage, Citizens of Humanity, and AGOLDE.

Open since 1993, this upbeat boutique is the place to go for plush pillows, linens, and duvets from Designers Guild, which may inspire you to redesign your bedroom (if not your whole house). They also carry home decor articles, cookware and dinnerware, bath products, fragrances, and even clothing. Ask the friendly staff for guidance on the perfect gift.  Dogs are welcome here!

One of Montréal's favorite boutiques, Billie has rows of bookcases, drawers, and shelves that give the feeling of raiding your best friend's closet. Look for chic dresses and blouses from Velvet, cozy sweaters from 360 Cashmere, and eclectic shoes by Inuikii. If you are shopping for kid sizes, visit Billie le Kid at 1001 avenue Laurier Ouest.

The Canadian equivalent of Tiffany's (with its own version of the iconic blue box) has been selling diamond engagement rings, exquisite jewelry, and fine crystal since 1879. Recently renovated and redesigned and now part of the new Hôtel Birks, the luxury jewelry store contains partitioned boutiques within a larger boutique and sells items by brands such as Messika, Van Cleef & Arpels, Rolex, Cartier, and Breitling, in addition to Birks' Collections. Even if diamonds or watches aren't on your shopping list, it's still worth a visit to the elegant new hotel and the seriously stunning Henri Brasserie Française (restaurant and bar lounge), serving French-inspired cuisine highlighting seasonal Québec and Canadian products ( www.restauranthenri.com).

This Quebec-based company specializes in natural, cruelty-free, vegan, and eco-friendly beauty and skincare products. The welcoming, all-peach-pink flagship store on boulevard St-Laurent carries face, body, hair, and nail care products, including their much loved nail polishes, as well as beauty accessories.

When Nicole Kidman wore one of this designer's zip denim dresses, Judith Desjardins's star was set. A proponent of slow fashion, Bodybag by Jude prioritizes quality, eco-friendly fabrics and designs made to last. Desjardins has a penchant for all things British, so look for tweeds and cheeky checks and plaids.

This boutique stocks romantic, lacy, and affordable finds from local and international designers, including Arti Gogna and Champagne & Strawberry. With everything white—hardwood floors, couches, and armoires—the boudoir vibe is irresistible. Just look for the pink-and-black cameo signage. You can also "wedding collections" of gowns and dresses at Boudoir 1861 ( 3668 St-Laurent), daily essentials at La Petite Garçonne ( 3650 St-Laurent), and home decor at Maison Garçonne ( 656 St-Laurent).

Housing a streamlined selection of Quebecois fashion designers, the loftlike space inside Marché Bonsecours sells luxe lines that include Ricardo, Christian Chenail, and the fanciful creations of Ophelie Hats. But it's the owner's own exotic kimonos that steal the show.

This innovative designer, whose creations have been exhibited at the Montréal Museum of Fine Arts, is much loved on the Montréal fashion scene. In this sleek boutique, Gagnon's couture designs stand alongside his ready-to-wear collection. He's also well known for his shoes. More recently he added the "bazaar," a collection of vintage tableware, furniture, and curios.

In business since 1940, this local shoe empire stocks fashionable footwear and accessories for men and women. Along with its own label, Browns carries shoes by Michael Kors, Steve Madden, ASICS, Blundstone, Teva, New Balance, La Canadienne, and more.

On the secondhand fashion map for decades, Eva B has all kinds of clothes, shoes, jewelry, and even eyeglasses on offer. Budget at least 30 minutes to scour the labyrinth of racks. Just watch your step; the floor is uneven. If you get hungry in the process, nosh on a samosa or cookie from the in-store café.  There is now a second location, Eva D, at 1611 boulevard St-Laurent.

Whether you're considering a watch, diamond bracelet, or engagement ring, Château d'Ivoire might just have what you're looking for (as long as a significant price tag doesn't deter you). Brands at the newly built, ultra modern two-story veneration of all things luxury include Chopard, Piaget, Rolex, IWC, and Cartier, among others.

If you're a believer in buying stylish recycled and upcycled clothing, then this Mile End vintage boutique has your name on it. Bright, spacious, and carefully curated by the owners (who scour North America for their finds), this store makes shopping easy, as everything is arranged by color. Citizen Vintage also started its own label, Studio Citizen, in 2014, using dead-stock and retro fabric to produce fashionable, vintage-inspired pieces in small batches.

A fixture on avenue Greene since 1972, Coach Luxury sources antique furniture, decorative items, and paintings from around the world. Their specialty, however, is contemporary and vintage jewelry and they have some fine pieces in their collection.

Whether you're looking for a sheer lace eye mask to enhance your bedroom eyes, a sexy body suit, a sensible bra, or cozy flannel PJs to snuggle up with by the fireside, Courval, in business since 1918, has it all.

Built more than a century ago, Edifice Belgo houses more than two dozen art galleries and artists' studios exhibiting the works of both established and emerging artists.  Each gallery or atelier maintains different hours, so it's best to call ahead or check website.

This art galleryesque space is a treasure trove of distinctive, artful, and sometimes playful, objects--both functional and decorative. Carefully selected by graphic designer and owner André Gratton, the rare items range from vases and candle holders to tableaux, jewelry, light fixtures, and design-inspired puzzles created by Canadian and international artisans. Whether you're looking for a special gift, a conversation piece or something to adorn that empty wall, you're sure to find something at Édition | Objets Choisis.

Designer duds happily share space with inexpensive but in-vogue items at this low-key Downtown boutique with a devoted cult following. 

Remember shag rugs? Mushroom lamps? Eero Aarnio ball chairs? Espace Vintage, which specializes in pieces from the 1950s to the 1980s, might just have one in stock, along with other furnishings, lamps, vases, and household collectibles from the era.

Located in an attractive space featuring wood floors and brick and gray-stone walls, Galerie Bloom is a family affair specializing in contemporary Canadian art. Owners Julien Michaud and Stéphanie Rivet are known for providing knowledgeable, individualized service and making modern art more accessible to the general public.

This gallery has a knack for discovering important new talents. It represents many of Canada's top contemporary artists as well as some international talents. Its 5,000 square feet hold a good selection of sculptures, paintings, and limited-edition prints.  There is another location Downtown at 1455 rue Sherbrooke Ouest.