Yes. I am guilty of "acting like a tourist". And it’s cool sometimes, it feels good to have that jovial spirit in a new place. Sometimes, however, “acting like a tourist” can come off as obnoxious and rude to the country’s culture, especially in public situations.
On another hand, maybe you want to assimilate to truly experience the culture of a new country, and that can be exciting and help you learn about your own culture.
In either example, here are tips you can use when traveling around Montreal, Quebec, and more specifically on the STM “Société de transport de Montréal”, the Montreal Public Bus and Subway system.
Alors! Don't forget the Bixi bike rental system. Montreal has an extensive cycling path network. However, I strongly recommend that you bring or buy a helmet. Also, the exchange rate is about 1.35 CAD per USD.