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Vieux Quebec (Old Quebec)
As featured in 3 days in Quebec and 1 other guide
Ollie #1 of 99 attractions in Quebec City
5 of 5 stars 406 reviews

Historic part of Quebec City, which was founded in 1608.  The upper part, referred to as 'Upper Town' (Haute-ville) is walled with ramparts and makes Québec the only remaining... more »

Attraction type  Historic Walking Areas; Historic Sites; Neighbourhoods
Distance  3.1 km from city centre
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Lower Town (Basse-Ville)
As featured in Quebec off the beaten path
Ollie #2 of 99 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 78 reviews
The location of the city's original settlement, historic Lower Town is situated on the banks of the St. Lawrence.
Attraction type  Neighbourhoods; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Distance  3.5 km from city centre
Sainte Anne de Beaupre Basilica
Ollie #3 of 99 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 80 reviews
The earliest buildings of this famous Catholic landmark were constructed in the 17th century.
Attraction type  Religious Sites
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Quartier du Petit Champlain
As featured in 3 days in Quebec
Ollie #4 of 99 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 94 reviews
Dating back to the mid-17th century, this historic neighborhood is the oldest commercial district in North America.
Attraction type  Neighbourhoods; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  3.3 km from city centre
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Morrin Centre
As featured in 3 days in Quebec
Ollie #5 of 99 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 79 reviews
Owner description: Come visit the Morrin Centre, Quebec City's best-kept secret! Built over 200 years ago as the city's first prison, it now houses one of the world's...... more » Owner description: Come visit the Morrin Centre, Quebec City's best-kept secret! Built over 200 years ago as the city's first prison, it now houses one of the world's most beautiful libraries. This national historic site is yours to discover. Walk through foreboding jail cells and browse the books in the charming Victorian library. We also offer various productions, concerts, readings and lectures, many in English. Consider renting the Centre as the perfect place to hold your events. « less
Attraction type  Tourist/ Visitor Centres; Historic Sites; Libraries
Distance  2.9 km from city centre
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Terrasse Dufferin
As featured in Quebec for free
Ollie #6 of 99 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 43 reviews
Owner description: This elevated area offers panoramic views of Old Quebec and the St. Lawrence River. Winter adrenalin junkies line up by the thousands at Les Glissades...... more » Owner description: This elevated area offers panoramic views of Old Quebec and the St. Lawrence River. Winter adrenalin junkies line up by the thousands at Les Glissades de la Terrasse to experience the rush of zooming downhill from 270 feet high (82 meters) in a toboggan speeding up to 60 mph (90 kilometers per hour) to the bottom 500 feet (152 meters) away. Located on the Dufferin Terrace overlooking the St. Lawrence River behind Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, the ride is open from mid-December through late March. « less
Attraction type  Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Distance  3.2 km from city centre
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Place Royale
As featured in Quebec off the beaten path
Ollie #7 of 99 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 25 reviews
This famous town plaza is the heart of historic Lower Town and has been an important social center since the city's founding.
Attraction type  Historic Walking Areas; Neighbourhoods; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  3.4 km from city centre
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Basilique Cathedrale - Notre-Dame-de-Quebec
Ollie #8 of 99 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 38 reviews
This famous 17th-century cathedral has been restored several times but still provides visitors with an ambiance of centuries past.
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Historic Sites
Distance  3.3 km from city centre
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Montmorency Falls Park/Parc de la Chute-Montmorency
As featured in 3 days in Quebec and 1 other guide
Ollie #9 of 99 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 235 reviews
These 275-foot falls on the Montmorency River tower higher than even the legendary Niagara Falls.
Attraction type  Waterfalls; Parks; State Parks
Distance  11.8 km from city centre
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Musee de la Civilisation
As featured in 3 days in Quebec
Ollie #10 of 99 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 96 reviews
Owner description: This museum is characterized by its innovative and daring outlook. It defines itself as a seat of knowledge and ideas, a museum endowed with valuable...... more » Owner description: This museum is characterized by its innovative and daring outlook. It defines itself as a seat of knowledge and ideas, a museum endowed with valuable collections, an education centre and a living memory. It is located in the region's capital, Québec City, in the heart of an historic district and close to Place Royale. « less
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  3.6 km from city centre
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Joan of Arc
Ollie #11 of 99 attractions in Quebec City
5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Owner description: Located in the Plains of Abraham, this statue of the French martyr is a tribute to the soldiers who died in the historic battle between the French and...... more » Owner description: Located in the Plains of Abraham, this statue of the French martyr is a tribute to the soldiers who died in the historic battle between the French and British that occurred here in 1759. « less
Attraction type  Monuments/ Statues
Distance  2.1 km from city centre
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Old Port (Vieux-Port)
Ollie #12 of 99 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 23 reviews
This once bustling port now serves as a nostalgic reminder of Lower Town's history.
Attraction type  Neighbourhoods
Distance  3.3 km from city centre
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Citadelle
As featured in 3 days in Quebec
Ollie #13 of 99 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 107 reviews
Owner description: LA CITADELLE OF QUEBEC IS BUILT ON THE CAP DIAMANT, THE HIGHEST NATURAL POINT OF OLD QUEBEC. GUIDED TOURS OF LA CITADELLE AND THE ROYAL 22E RÉGIMENT...... more » Owner description: LA CITADELLE OF QUEBEC IS BUILT ON THE CAP DIAMANT, THE HIGHEST NATURAL POINT OF OLD QUEBEC. GUIDED TOURS OF LA CITADELLE AND THE ROYAL 22E RÉGIMENT MUSEUM OFFER A COMPREHENSION OF TERRITORIAL SPACE AND DEFENSE ORGANIZATION, VISIT OF EXHIBITIONS AND A WONDERFUL VIEW OF THE CITY AND SAINT LAWRENCE RIVER. THIS CITADEL IS THE MOST IMPORTANT BRITISH FORTIFICATION OF NORTH AMERICA. LA CITADELLE OF QUEBEC IS A NATIONAL HISTORICAL SITE. « less
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  2.7 km from city centre
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Battlefields Park (Parc des Champs-de-Bataille)
Ollie #14 of 99 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 19 reviews
This bucolic park includes the Plains of Abraham, where the decisive battle that led to British control of Quebec took place.
Attraction type  Parks; Historic Sites; Battlefields
Distance  1.8 km from city centre
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Quebec - Levis Ferry
As featured in Quebec off the beaten path
Ollie #15 of 99 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 75 reviews
Owner description: One of Quebec’s best-kept secrets is the ferry ride to the town of Levis (directly across the St. Lawrence River) and the spectacular view of the...... more » Owner description: One of Quebec’s best-kept secrets is the ferry ride to the town of Levis (directly across the St. Lawrence River) and the spectacular view of the city. Located at the heart of Old Québec, the roundtrip takes about 45 minutes. Daily year-round 6 a.m.-2:20 a.m. « less
Attraction type  Ferries/ Boats
Distance  3.4 km from city centre
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Observatoire de la Capitale
Ollie #16 of 99 attractions in Quebec City
5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Owner description: Located on the 31st (and top) floor of the Marie-Guyart Building, the Observatory is the highest point in Québec City, offering a spectacular 360...... more » Owner description: Located on the 31st (and top) floor of the Marie-Guyart Building, the Observatory is the highest point in Québec City, offering a spectacular 360 degree view. It offers a new multimedia interpretation display that takes visitors on a fantastic journey through time. State-of-the-art technology in the form of interactive touch screen terminals, soundscapes, and 3D images takes travelers back through Québec City’s rich past. « less
Attraction type  Observation Decks/ Towers
Distance  2.2 km from city centre
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Plains of Abraham
As featured in 3 days in Quebec and 1 other guide
Ollie #17 of 99 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 51 reviews

The Plains of Abraham Park is located in downtown Quebec City.  It runs parallel with Grand Allee Street on one side and the St. Lawrence Seaway on the other.  The park is large... more »

Attraction type  Historic Sites; Parks
Distance  1.9 km from city centre
Siberia Station Spa
Ollie #18 of 99 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 22 reviews
Owner description: Come and discover our concept of outdoor relaxation based on a Scandinavian ritual consisting in an alternance of hot, cold and rest stations....... more » Owner description: Come and discover our concept of outdoor relaxation based on a Scandinavian ritual consisting in an alternance of hot, cold and rest stations. Year-round, we invite you to experience our hot tubs, Finnish sauna, infrared sauna, steam bath, cold baths with thermal falls and mutiple relaxation aeras. We also offer massage under the supervision of well-known Michel Van Waeyenberge. Benefit from Californian, Swedish, Amma, Sports or Momentum massages, alone or in a double room. « less
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Promenade Samuel de Champlain and Statue
As featured in Quebec for free
Ollie #19 of 99 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Owner description: Bike or walk the Promenade Samuel-De Champlain Promenade, a large park on the bank of the St. Lawrence River. Honoring the man who founded the first...... more » Owner description: Bike or walk the Promenade Samuel-De Champlain Promenade, a large park on the bank of the St. Lawrence River. Honoring the man who founded the first Quebec settlement with a statue, the park stretches nearly 1.5 miles (2.5 kilometers ) from the Cageux Wharf to the Sillery coastline. The newly landscaped park is a gift from the provincial government to Quebec City for its 400th anniversary. « less
Attraction type  Monuments/ Statues; Parks
Distance  3.4 km from city centre
Musee National des Beaux Arts
As featured in Quebec for free
Ollie #20 of 99 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 36 reviews
This art museum emphasizes works by artists native to Quebec but also includes touring international exhibitions.
Attraction type  History Museums; Art Museums
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