Quebec City seen from Quebec-Levis Ferry.

Mark Read

Québec City

With a cliff-top position above the St Lawrence River and captivatingly picturesque old streets, North America’s oldest French-speaking city is a gorgeous, seductive place.

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Le Château Frontenac
Québec City
Reputedly the world's most photographed hotel, this audaciously elegant structure was opened in 1893 by the Canadian Pacific Railway as part of its chain…
Battlefields Park
Québec City
One of Québec City’s must-sees, this verdant clifftop park contains the Plains of Abraham, site of the infamous 1759 battle between British General James…
Musée de la Civilisation
Québec City
This world-class museum wows even before you’ve clapped your eyes on the exhibits. It is a fascinating mix of modern design that incorporates preexisting…
Terrasse Dufferin
Québec City
Perched on a clifftop 60m above the St Lawrence River, this 425m-long boardwalk is a marvelous setting for a stroll, with spectacular, sweeping views. In…
Musée National des Beaux-Arts du Québec
Québec City
Spare at least a half-day to visit this extraordinary art museum, one of the province's best. Permanent exhibitions range from art in the early French…
Hôtel du Parlement
Québec City
Home to Québec's Provincial Legislature, the gargantuan Parliament building is a Second Empire structure completed in 1886. Free 30-minute tours, offered…
La Citadelle
Québec City
Covering 2.3 sq km, North America's largest fort was begun by the French in the 1750s but what we see today was constructed by the British over 30 years…
Musée des Ursulines
Québec City
Housed in a historic convent, this thoughtful, well-laid-out and wheelchair-accessible museum tells the fascinating story of the Ursuline nuns’ lives and…

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Planning Tools

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Best Neighborhoods

Plan a trip to Québec City to experience its history and European vibes, but stay to explore its laid-back neighborhoods, French culture and local terroir.

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Day Trips

Québec City attracts crowds year-round, but you don’t have to drive far for a quieter Québécois experience – try these four fun day trips from Québec City.

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Transportation

How to approach sidewalks in winter, which rideshare app to use, where to park and more: read these insider tips for navigating Québec City like a local.

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Free Things to Do

Stay longer and make your money go further with these tips for visiting Québec City on a budget.

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