Things to do in Québec
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Piggery Theatre
English-language dramas play at Piggery Theatre in North Hatley, and there’s a choice of antique and craft shops as well as galleries in town.
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Théâtre Petit-Champlain
Theater productions take place here in the summer. The rest of the year this is a great place to see Québec’s most popular singing stars like Lynda Lemay.
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Galerie Orange
Bright gallery representing established and up-and-coming contemporary artists like Francine Simonin and Elmyna Bouchard and a terrific collection of works on paper.
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Piscine Schubert
This former bathhouse in the Plateau is chockablock with pretty art-deco details. There are special sessions throughout the day so call ahead to check the schedule.
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Le National
A 750-capacity concert venue situated in the Village. Since the cavernous old theater is only open when events are booked, it’s best to check local listings.
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Quebec City Shore Excursion: Grand Walking Tour of Quebec City
2 hours (Departs Quebec City, Canada)
by Viator
Experience the period charm of Old Quebec on a two-hour guided shore excursion of this historic city's many highlights. It’s a wonderful way to spend your time…Not LP reviewed
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Phonopolis
Indie rock, jazz, blues and classical sounds – and hybrids thereof – are the manifesto of this little record shop, which buys and sells CDs and LPs.
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La Tulipe
Many of the city’s coolest concerts take place in this beautifully restored and intimate theater. Located in the French-speaking east area of the Plateau.
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Concordia University Centre for Continuing Education
Runs eight-week French courses in spring, fall and winter, from $320. There’s also a two-week intensive course (also $320) offered in December and July.
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L’Espace Contemporain
This dynamic little art gallery has an ever-rotating showcase of beautiful contemporary works, and hosts many vernissages for solo and thematic group shows.
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Le Creux du Vent
Tucked in a quiet part of town by the rushing Rivière du Nord, this attractive restaurant has an ever-changing menu inspired by what’s in the local markets.
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Quartier Latin Pub
This cool bar with 1950s lounge-style decor has a small dance floor and a DJ playing new wave on weekends. A great, reliable hangout any night of the week.
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Blue Marine Cie
Blue Marine Cie sports designer jeans and stylish imported sportswear and jewelry. It’s lovely, expensive, and very Greene Avenue!
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Olam
This classy little boutique carries gorgeous threads by French and European brands like Miss Sixty as well as local designers including Mackage outerwear.
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Sound and Light Display
An evening sound and light display at the Basilique Notre-Dame uses cutting-edge technology to tell the story of the church and the city.
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Coupe Bizzarre
One of Montréal’s funkiest hairdressers. Apart from wash-cut-blown, you can order sculpted, vicious, voluptuous or whatever suits your mood.
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Galerie Rouje
This place is a mini cultural heaven. Downstairs is gallery space while upstairs you’ll find fantastic gigs ranging from electronic music to DJs.
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Club Soda
This venerable club hosts some of the city’s coolest concerts as well as offbeat performances of all musical genres. Call for concert schedule.
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Independent Tour of Montreal by Bike
Flexible (Departs Montreal, Canada)
by Viator
One of the best ways to see the charming city of Montreal is by bicycle! Explore Montreal's unique neighborhoods, such as historic Old Montreal, bustling…Not LP reviewed
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Jazz & Blues
Located in the McGill University student union building, the Jazz & Blues club stages regular concerts by McGill's excellent student bands.
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Kiosque Edwin-Bélanger
Each summer 35 free concerts are staged in the middle of Battlefields Park. Music covers everything from pop, jazz and world music to blues.
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Lion d’Or
Lion d’Or was Québec’s first microbrewery. Call ahead for a guided tour of the brewery, or stop in the pub for a pint.
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Christmas Walking Tour in Old Montreal
90 minutes (Departs Montreal, Canada)
by Viator
Experience the beauty of Montreal during the holidays on this Christmas-themed walking tour. Following your professional guide through the historic streets of…Not LP reviewed
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Martello Tower 4
Martello Tower 4 is in the St-Jean-Baptiste neighborhood between Rue Félix-Gabriel-Marchand and Rue Philippe-Dorion.
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Patinoire de la Terrasse
A kind of ice rink gets set up here every winter and is ideal for families and children to putter around on. Skate rentals on-site.
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