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1. Old Québec. Stroll North America's oldest streets. Walk along the fortified walls surrounding this UNESCO World Heritage Site, and admire the view from every angle. For all its 400 years of incredible history, it’s still very much alive: magical in the winter and popping in the summer.
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- Château Frontenac. A château-style hotel built by Canadian Pacific Railway in the late 19th century, Château Frontenac stands majestically over Old Québec, offering beautiful views of the city, as well as the St. Lawrence River.
- Dufferin Terrace. Running right in front of Château Frontenac, the Dufferin Terrace is a lovely promenade with pretty views and plenty of space to relax during your exploration of the city.
- The Ramparts and Gates. Old Québec is the only fortified city north of Mexico. The ramparts circle Old Québec on three sides, with cannons and gates. The guided tour of the fortifications is very interesting, but it’s also possible to walk the walls on our own.
- Petit-Champlain. This charming small neighbourhood is one of the oldest shopping streets in Québec City. Walking along the cobblestones on rue du Petit-Champlain and discover Québec artisans.
- Wander through Place Royale. This is tourist central in Québec, both for the history and the modern day ambience that comes with the restaurants, patios, and shops that now fill the historic structures.
- Explore La Citadelle de Québec. Thrusting upwards from the west and facing the St. Lawrence River, Cap Diamant reaches a height of 100 meters and commands an extensive and varied panorama.
- See the Plains of Abraham (Champs de Bataille) Outside the city walls, to the west of the Citadel, stretches the green expanse known as the Plains of Abraham (Champs de Bataille), where in 1759 the British, led by General Wolfe, fought the French under Montcalm and won.
- Stroll through Quartier Petit Champlain. Once the bustling capital of New France, the Quartier Petit Champlain is arguably the most beautiful area of the city.
Dec 11, 2023 · The Old Quebec is a landmark in Quebec City. Get lost in time and wander down the historic and quaint cobblestone streets of Old Quebec. Old Quebec is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that will take you back in time to the past where you can explore a fortified, colonial city.
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Oct 31, 2023 · Top Quebec City Points of Interest & Landmarks: See reviews and photos of Points of Interest & Landmarks in Quebec City, Quebec on Tripadvisor.
