This place isn't just for tourists. I've been a VIP member here for a few years, and it's definitely worth the cost! You get in to the special exhibits for free, and never have to wait in line. These exhibits are always great (Chihuly's in particular was amazing), and they are always putting on free films and talks to get people involved in the art scene.

The free section is worth checking out... plus

This was a great museum to visit in Montreal. There's a variety of interesting pieces everywhere. The museum is located in the central part of Montreal and very easy to get to...from that area there are a ton of other interesting spots to see.

A unique exhibit of Peter Doig work and an excellent restaurant. This was our first visit to Montreal and we ended up at the Museum of Fine Art accidentally after taking the wrong bus headed for another museum and wanting to get out of the rain and have lunch. We were greeted in the lobby by a huge and beautiful Dale Chihuly glass work, our hometown artist in Seattle. The Peter Doig exhibit was... plus