Montreal is an attractive, charming and lively destination and is the 2nd largest French speaking city in the world. Montreal is an exciting cosmopolitan destination, with plenty of attractions for tourists all year long. Known for its French culture and charm, Montreal is a diverse city, providing a variety of museums, churches, neighborhoods, nighlife and parks.It is a spacious, beautiful city characterised by a series of underground shopping and recreation complexes, linked by walkways and the metro. This subterranean city contains more than 18.5 miles (30km) of office and apartment complexes, major stores, hotels, restaurants, metro stations, parking garages, movie theatres, concert halls and more, all snugly accessible during the snowy winters. The city also has 30 museums and numerous other attractions of interest to visitors all year round.