Some might say Montreal had its heyday in the late 60s and mid-70s. After all, it’s within those years that the city’s subway lines were first built to coincide with the worlds fair and a well-known landmark, the Olympic Stadium, known colloquially as “The Big O” was made for the 1976 Olympics. Perhaps that’s why the city and those who grew up in it seem to have a love affair with all things retro. From second-hand furniture stores to kitsch vinyl shops, vintage stores abound throughout the city. But if you're specifically a second-hand clothing lover, a visit to Eva B would be a good place to start.
Eva B, a five-minute walk from the metro that bears its name, is more than just a run-of-the-mill thrift store. In this one-time bookstore, you can now find two floors of used clothing, toys, movie memorabilia and everything in between, including a cafe. Not only are the prices reasonable, the store has a volume and range of clothing hard to find anywhere else in the city. Even if you’re not in a shopping mood, stopping by to check out the eclectic decor is worth a visit in itself. Watch your head as you pass under the hanging mannequin hands, Laugh at the dozens of dolls attached to the staircase as you get lost in the aisles of organized chaos.
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"Léché Desserts" in Montreal hides many promises behind its pink benches and brick building! I recommend getting donuts here and going to watch the trains.
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Zab Café is a coffee roaster from Montreal that has an interesting story, four locations, and good coffee. It's small and smells of good coffee.
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"Nonnina Panini and Gelato" in Montreal is a café that offers Italian snacks & desserts - get your chocolate & peanut butter tartelette and explore Lachine!
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There are bird spotters, trainspotters... and plane spotters - and this is where they meet in Montreal! Ready for some plane spotting in YUL?
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Most belvederes offer views from above - this one is different and offers views to Montreal's skyline!
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The "Montreal Olympic Park" is so big, you can never tell how close to it you are. Its retro-futuristic vibe reminds me of some kind of animal; a scorpion?
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The "Big Wheel" in Montreal is a surprise! It's big, it's fun, and it's a nice highlight to visit while exploring...
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"Belgo Visions" in Montreal is in the Belgo Building, an iconic old building in the center of the city with five floors, zillions of art pieces & galleries
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Ruelle Verte is a local initiative in Montreal for greener back alleys. One artist couple made their own even prettier, by flourishing it with art!
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"Belvédère Outremont" in Montreal is one of my favorite places to go jogging. It goes a bit uphill, but the view is just amazing, especially at sunset...
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"Drawn and Quarterly" in Montreal is now a world-famous bookstore specialized in classic and contemporary comics. Coming here, my addiction comes out...
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"Tennis Jeanne-Mance" in Montreal is one of the best places to get your game in the city. I think it's a very interesting and unique court to play...
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