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Overview

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.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

  • Battlefields Park

    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…

  • September 7, 2018: Exterior of the Musee de la civilisation de Quebec (Museum of Civilization) near the Saint Lawrence River.
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    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…

  • Low-angle view of Chateau Frontenac.
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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…

  • Terrasse Dufferin

    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…

  • Quebec City, Canada - 5 October 2019: Quebec flags on Notre-Dame street.
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    Le Quartier Petit-Champlain

    Québec City

    Arguably the city's most picturesque district, this area sandwiched between the Old Upper Town and the waterfront has Québec City’s most intriguing…

  • Le Monastère des Augustines

    Le Monastère des Augustines

    Québec City

    On no account should you miss this museum, which traces the history of the order of Augustinian nuns who founded Québec’s first hospital, the Hôtel-Dieu,…

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    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…

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    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…

Planning Tools

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Best Things to Do

From wine-tasting to festival going to chasing waterfalls, these are the best things to do in Québec City.

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Best Time to Visit

Québec City is beautiful year round but every season has its own particular charms. Here's how to pick the perfect time for your trip.

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Things to Know

Traveling to Québec City? Here's what every traveler needs to know about the weather, parking, language issues, festival days and more.

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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

It’s easy to enjoy the pleasures of French-Canadian culture without spending a penny. Here are our picks for the best free experiences in Québec City.

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Best Neighborhoods

It’s in Québec City’s lively neighborhoods that history, Francophone culture, art and urban living come together. Here are some of the best ones.

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Day Trips

Québec City is an enchanting city but there are incredible attractions nearby. Here are 4 wonderful day trips where you can escape the city crowds.

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Traveling with Kids

Say "oui" to a trip to charming Québec City – it's an adventure playground for the entire family. Here's what you need to know about visiting with kids.

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