Beyond the celebrated Montreal Museum of Fine Arts and the sprawling Biodome, there's a world less explored. A museum dedicated entirely to railway artifacts, a niche sanctuary chronicling Montreal's banking history, and a haven of optical illusions. You can bypass the crowds at the Old Port and sidestep the downtown buzz, and, instead, venture into the heart of Montreal where unassuming museums stand as sentinels to tales untold, artifacts unsung, and art pieces that remain delightfully undiscovered. Within these walls, Montreal's quieter stories come to life. You'll encounter fascinating medical oddities and step into the world of a legendary strongman from the past. Here are a few highlights.