Boom boom chuck Steps

The Boom Boom Chuck Steps in Westmount are one of Montreal's hidden public art gems. This outdoor staircase has been painted with colorful designs across each step, creating a large-scale artwork that reveals itself as you look up from the bottom. For families, it's a quick, free stop that kids enjoy more than you'd expect.

The steps connect two streets on The Boulevard in Westmount, a residential neighborhood just west of downtown Montreal. The art transforms what would otherwise be a plain concrete staircase into something worth seeking out. Kids like running up and down, counting steps, and trying to figure out what the overall image looks like from different angles.

This is not a destination you'll spend hours at. It's a 15-30 minute stop that works best as part of a longer walk through Westmount or as a quick detour on the way to something else. The surrounding neighborhood is quiet and residential with tree-lined streets that are pleasant for a family stroll.

There are no facilities at the steps themselves. No restrooms, no food vendors, no benches. It's literally a painted staircase in a neighborhood. But that simplicity is part of the appeal. Not everything needs to be a ticketed attraction.

Strollers won't work on the steps for obvious reasons, so plan accordingly if you have a baby. Baby carriers are the way to go. The steps can be slippery when wet, so skip this on rainy days.

For Instagram-loving teens or families who enjoy collecting unusual photo spots, this is a satisfying find that most tourists miss entirely.