Quebec City Attractions
Tour Parc de la Chute-Montmorency, Plaines of Abraham & the Chateau
Like many cities found in Europe, Quebec City’s main attractions can be easily visited on foot. The Château Frontenac, Terrace Duffrin, Place Royale and the Parliament building stand within sight of each other, giving more time to visit the attractions, surrender to the culture and beauty of this city, and less time battling traffic or looking for parking.
Quebec City Architecture
Quebec features no less than 11 different architectural types from art deco to classic revival. Take time to explore the interiors of the Chateau Frontenac and the Parliament but also spend a few hours touring some of the many churches in the city including the Anglican cathedral in the middle of the old city vis-à-vis the Château Frontenac, Quebec City’s main attraction. Guided tours offer the history of each place but linger around after the tour ends to soak up the beauty each building expresses.
Parc de la Chute-Montmorency Near Quebec
Take a drive to the Parc de la Chute-Montmorency, Located 12 km east of downtown, to witness the best falls in Quebec. The impressive falls cascade 83 metres / 272 feet to the river below, that’s 30m / 98 feet higher than their more famous cousins in Niagara, Ontario. Spend an afternoon touring the gardens on the plateau and cross the foot bridge that spans the falls to get a bird’s eye view of this natural spectacle.
The Plaines of Abraham, Quebec City
If you decide to go green in the city, pack a picnic and head over to the Plaines of Abraham. This extensive park near the old city overlooking the Saint Lawrence River owes its grandeur to history. The final battle between the English General James Wolfe and the French General Louis-Joseph Marquis de Montcalm happened on these fields ending with the fall of the French general and the subsequent colonisation of Quebec by the British.
In summer, re-enactments of this most famous battle make wonderful live theatre. These re-enactments transport onlookers back to a time when colonists began to forge a country out of this rough and often dangerous land.
Parc de la Jacques Cartier, Near Quebec
Located 30 minutes outside the city, Parc de la Jacques Cartier features extensive hikes and day trails as well as canoeing and rafting. The park also offers a natural retreat from the tourist-clogged old streets of the city. Bring gear or rent from the park. Spend a day biking the trails or arrive in time for an afternoon picnic, the park’s unmatched grandeur in the region satisfies any urge for natural beauty.
Quebec City’s 400th Birthday
In 2008 Quebec City celebrates its 400th birthday. Multiple celebrations are planned to mark this joyous occasion. What better time to visit this majestic City than during a year of great distinction.
