Québec City
Canada · Québec · 52 m
Description
Québec is the historic capital of the Canadian province of Québec and the cultural heart of French-speaking Canada. As the only fortified city north of Mexico, it is renowned for its UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town, charming cobblestone streets, impressive ramparts, and the iconic Château Frontenac overlooking the St. Lawrence River. The city is known for its French-inspired lifestyle, outstanding cuisine, and vibrant cultural scene. Combining European charm with North American hospitality, Québec City is one of Canada's most captivating travel destinations.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 2 to 5 days (optimal 3 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: July – August or October
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Old Québec (Vieux-Québec)
- Château Frontenac
- Montmorency Falls
- Quartier Petit-Champlain
- Place Royale
- Terrasse Dufferin
- Citadelle of Québec
- Fortifications of Québec
- Plains of Abraham
- Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral
- Musée de la Civilisation
- Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec
- Parliament Building
- Observatoire de la Capitale
- Old Port of Québec
- Québec–Lévis Ferry
- Promenade Samuel-De Champlain
- Rue Saint-Jean
- Rue du Trésor
- Place d'Armes
- Morrin Centre
- Monastère des Augustines
- Joan of Arc Garden
- Parc de la Chute-Montmorency Cable Car(Day trip)
- Aquarium du Québec
- Île d'Orléans(Day trip)
- Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré Basilica(Day trip)
- Canyon Sainte-Anne(Day trip)
- Parc national de la Jacques-Cartier(Day trip)
- Wendake Huron-Wendat Heritage Site(Day trip)
- Village Vacances Valcartier(Day trip)
- Île d'Orléans Vineyards(Day trip)
- Autumn Colours on Côte-de-Beaupré (September - October)(Day trip)
- Carnaval de Québec (February)
Getting there
- Airports:
- YQB
- Train stations:
- Gare du Palais
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry