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Best Free Things to Do in Quebec City

THE 10 BEST Free Things to Do in Quebec City

Best Free Things to Do in Quebec City

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  • Anna Bntgs
    Ticonderoga, NY170 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    My husband and I fell in love with Old Quebec. Interesting history with beautiful architecture and excellent food! We planned on going back!
    Written January 4, 2025
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  • Heddy G
    Malvern, PA611 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    So many great shops and restaurants to explore. Lots of charm and character here as well. We spent a lovely afternoon exploring.
    Written January 1, 2025
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  • Heddy G
    Malvern, PA611 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Walked around here on a winters day, lots of great photos of the water and the skyline across they way. this is also where the tobaggan ride is, which i highly recommend.
    Written January 1, 2025
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  • ArlenB2
    New Jersey32 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We stopped at this church as it is known to have one of the few holy doors in the world, most being in Italy. Though the door is closed for the next 25 years, you are able to see the area where the door is housed. The ladies at the gift shop were very nice. The church is very grand, and the ornate gold artwork is worth the visit.
    Written January 2, 2025
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  • Heddy G
    Malvern, PA611 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Really beautiful spot and easy to stumble upon in your travels. Neat to see such an old church and its just a lovely spot to take some photos
    Written January 1, 2025
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  • Heddy G
    Malvern, PA611 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nice to walk down here, still plenty of shops and restaurants to explore. They were setting up for the winter carnival but were nice enough to let us walk around and explore even tho it wasnt really open yet.
    Written January 1, 2025
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  • Heddy G
    Malvern, PA611 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Christmas market was going on in full swing so it was pretty crowded but we were still able to get into all the shops and restaurants that we were interested in. Lots to see and do here.
    Written January 1, 2025
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  • Heddy G
    Malvern, PA611 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We walked here on Christmas morning. Lots of others as well but it was so peaceful and calm to walk around and take in some nature. Lots of great views of the water as well.
    Written January 1, 2025
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  • Flitz8-A foodie travels
    Amsterdam, The Netherlands3,210 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The parliament is beautiful, well maintained gardens and fountains in front ,you do not need much time to be here so great for short visit for pictures
    Written November 13, 2024
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  • Bernie
    Vancouver, Canada991 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Port of Quebec, the oldest port in Canada and the second largest in Quebec after the Port of Montreal, is just a 10-15 minute walk from downtown (Old Quebec). The port extends along the St. Lawrence River and features a cruise ship terminal with scenic alley streets.

    Don't miss the opportunity to savour the charm of Rue Saint-Pierre, Le Petit Champlain, and Place Royale. It's an ideal location for a leisurely stroll.
    Written October 14, 2024
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  • sanju_222323
    New Jersey17,653 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Named after the Governor General of Canada from 1872 to 1878, Lord Dufferin. Make sure to walk the ‘Promenade des Gouverneur’s’ when you visit Quebec.

    I like to plan my trip and prepare where to start and which spots will come as my day progresses.

    I had 2 options to visit the Plains of Abraham
    1) from Saint Louis st, and
    2) From Governors’ Promenade- I chose this

    At 655m long with 308 steps it makes for one of the most memorable walks you will take when you visit Quebec. The ‘promenade’ takes you from Terrasse Dufferin. It connects the boardwalk in front of the Chateau Frontenac to the southernmost point of the Citadel to the Plains of Abraham. It hangs off Cap-Diamant. The Dufferin Terrace is close to the famous Chateau Frontenac hotel, the Funicular, and the Breakneck Stairs that connect Upper Town to Lower Town.

    The elevated promenade stretches along the Citadel with the fortification wall on one side, and a gorgeous view of the St. Lawrence River on the opposite side. You can start at either end of the boardwalk. This is a great free activity where you can get some exercise, enjoy the scenery, and make your way from one destination to another.

    Walking the Governors’ Promenade usually ensures that you climb a whole bunch of uphill staircases and steps – at least over 300 (You can do vice versa as well) start from the Plains of Abraham and come to the boardwalk but normally you start the day from the famous spot so it's highly unlikely you will climb down

    Governors’ Promenade is- where the Citadel meets the Plains of Abraham park along the cliff edge. The Battle of Abraham was fought here many years ago; now, the area is a sprawling park with many picnic tables and trees. The Plains of Abraham is a great place to relax or have a picnic in the sunshine.

    Moreover, from this vantage point, you will take hundreds of pictures. It makes for breathtaking views of the St-Lawrence River, the Ile d”Orleans, and the city.
    Written July 24, 2024
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  • sanju_222323
    New Jersey17,653 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Fortifications de Québec National Historic Site is one of the most significant pieces of Québec City’s history. Walk through the gates and upon the ramparts and take in the gorgeous views of Old Québec.

    The only fortified city north of Mexico, one cannot visit Québec City without admiring the fortified walls and ramparts which were the city’s defensive system built between 1608 and 1871. Today, the fortifications of Québec consist of 4 gates, 3 Martello towers, the Citadelle, and 4.6 km of ramparts, complete with cannons, which encircle Old Québec’s upper town.

    In the more than 300 years of its history, Québec has come to possess a variety of fortifications, all of which can be explored on an hour-long circular walk. The bastions, walls, towers, gates, and countless old cannons show how well the former French colony was protected. the four and a half kilometers of defensive ramparts on the west flank of the Old City were constructed of granite and sand, the only fortifications of this kind in North America. Numerous pieces of weaponry are a constant reminder of Québec's troubled past.

    There are 4 gates in this fortification (enter /exit from upper Quebec)

    1. St. Jean Gate
    2. Kent Gate
    3. Prescott Gate
    4. St Louis Gate
    Written November 28, 2024
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  • Heddy G
    Malvern, PA611 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Dont let the name scare you, these steps arent any worse than any other stairs you will take here. And they lead you to some wonderful shops and restaurants.
    Written January 1, 2025
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  • Moe_Ipak
    United States438 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Wonderful place to walk. We hiked down and enjoyed the sunset here. Wasn't crowded at all and had a nice evening.
    Written July 21, 2023
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  • bigtyke
    Greeley, CO8,236 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This church is in the Petit Champlain area. It's small and moderatly ornate. It doiesn't take much time to tour, but it is worth a brief visit.
    Written November 4, 2024
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