- Chateau Frontenac is the most photographed hotel in the world—walk Dufferin Terrace in front of it.
- Old Quebec (Vieux-Quebec) is a UNESCO World Heritage site—explore the Upper and Lower Towns.
- Quartier Petit Champlain is the oldest commercial district in North America—charming shops and stairs.
- Montmorency Falls is higher than Niagara Falls (and you can zipline across it).
- The Winter Carnival (Carnaval de Quebec) is huge, with an ice palace and parades.
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When to go: Summer or Winter
Summer is warm and bustling. Winter is magical (Carnival in Feb) but very cold.
Fall foliage (Oct) is stunning.
- Best: Summer.
- Winter: Carnival.
- Fall: Colors.
Getting there: Taxi or Bus
Jean Lesage Airport (YQB) is 20 mins away. Taxi is flat rate ($40).
Bus 80 goes to downtown but takes longer. Train station (Gare du Palais) is beautiful.
- Taxi: Flat rate.
- Bus: Cheap.
- Train: VIA Rail.
Where to stay: Old Quebec
Stay inside the walls (Upper Town) or in Petit Champlain (Lower Town) for atmosphere.
Saint-Roch is trendy and less touristy.
- Old Quebec: Romantic.
- Saint-Roch: Local/Foodie.
- Grande Allee: Nightlife.
What to see: Chateau and Falls
Walk the Dufferin Terrace. Take the Funicular to Lower Town. See the Citadel.
Drive to Montmorency Falls or Ile d'Orleans.
- Chateau: Icon.
- Citadel: Fort.
- Falls: Nature.
- Petit Champlain: Cute.
Food: Poutine and Maple
Poutine is a must (Ashton is the fast food version, Le Chic Shack is gourmet).
Maple taffy on snow is a winter treat. Tourtiere (meat pie) is traditional.
- Poutine: Fries/Curds.
- Maple: Syrup/Taffy.
- Tourtiere: Meat pie.
- Cheese: Local.
Getting around: Walk and Funicular
Old Quebec is very walkable but hilly. Use the Funicular to save your legs.
Buses (RTC) are good for getting to the falls.
- Walk: Hilly.
- Funicular: Easy.
- Bus: To Falls.
Budget: Moderate
Hotels in Old Quebec are pricey in summer.
Food is reasonable. Walking the walls is free.
- Hotels: High season.
- Food: Good value.
- Views: Free.
2 Days in Quebec City
Day 1: Upper Town. Chateau Frontenac, Dufferin Terrace, Citadel. Dinner on Grande Allee.
Day 2: Lower Town. Funicular down. Petit Champlain. Place Royale. Ferry to Levis for the view.
- Day 1: Views & Fort.
- Day 2: History & River.
- Evening: French food.
FAQ
Do I need French?
It's appreciated ('Bonjour'), but everyone in tourist areas speaks English.
Is it hilly?
Yes! Upper Town and Lower Town are separated by a steep cliff.
Is the Chateau a hotel?
Yes, a Fairmont hotel. You can go in the lobby and bar without staying there.