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- German Christmas Market. November 23 to December 23, 2023 (2024 Date TBC) A classic Old Quebec City winter activity is the German Christmas Market. They have everything you need; whether you seek handmade gifts or simply want to bask in the charming atmosphere.
- Salon des Artisans de Québec. December 1 to 10, 2023 (2024 Date TBC) The Salon des artisans de Québec is an ideal destination for Christmas shopping. It showcases an array of locally made products: handcrafted items, artworks, local agri-food products, etc.
- Kaleidoscopes Festival. December 27 to 31, 2023 (2024 Date TBC) Every winter in Quebec City, the Kaleidoscopes Festival happens at the tail end of the German Christmas Festival.
- New Year's Eve Celebration. December 28 to 31, 2023 (2024 Date TBC) Every year, during the last week of December, the Grande-Allée gets ready to ring in the new year with its Toboggan Festival.
- Go Sledding Down a Hill Like a Kid. Sledding is one of the classic winter activities for kids and parents alike. Whether you’re spending a day snow tubing at a resort like Village Vacances Valcartier, zipping down the old-fashioned toboggan run at Dufferin Terrace, or flying down the 7.5 km luge course at Massif de Charlevoix, you’ll get to the bottom grinning from ear to ear and shouting “again!”
- Skate on the Prettiest Rinks. Lace up your skates and get out onto one of the many rinks in the Québec City area. The refrigerated ones at Place D’Youville and on the Plains of Abraham offer an enchanting historical setting and great ice, no matter the weather.
- Spend a Night Somewhere Special. Turn your accommodation into an experience by choosing a fun, unique place to stay. There’s no better way to wrap up a day spent outdoors than by cozying up to a fire in a yurt at Village Yourtes Valcartier or Vallée Bras-du-Nord or in one of the floating houses at Bora-Boréal.
- See the Ice Hotel. Visitors from around the world have been coming to see this architectural marvel for over 20 years. The Hôtel de Glace is made entirely of ice and snow and has a new theme each year.
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Nov 15, 2023 · November 15, 2023. By Visit Quebec. Visiting Quebec City in December is our favorite time. The snow is up to the windowsills and there’s a fire roaring in the fireplace, from mid to late December until around the first of March. Quebec City in December is a captivating canvas of white.
- Walk Around Old Quebec. Year-round. Old Quebec holds prestigious UNESCO World Heritage status and it's no wonder why. It’s one of the top places to visit in Quebec City and the following iconic landmarks collectively capture the essence of Old Quebec's beauty
- Tour Old Quebec on a Double-Decker Bus. Year-round. If you’re not much of a walker, take a double-decker bus for a comfortable tour of the best Quebec City attractions.
- Visit Inside Château Frontenac. Year-round. Chateau Frontenac is a historic grand hotel renowned for its breathtaking architecture and historical significance.
- Strom Spa Old Quebec. Year-round. Strom Spa Nordique in Old Quebec City offers a range of relaxing services and amenities. This tranquil venue provides soothing spa treatments, including massages and thermal baths; allowing guests to unwind and rejuvenate.
- Visit the Ice Hotel. The Hôtel de Glace is made entirely of ice and snow, making it an ethereal winter experience. To visit the hotel, you’ll have to venture about 30 minutes outside Québec City to the Valcartier Vacation Village, located in a more remote part of the region.
- Take a ride down the giant toboggan slide. The toboggan slide offers a stunning winter view of the famous Château Frontenac hotel, Dufferin Terrace, and St. Lawrence River.
- Walk through Old Québec (Vieux-Québec) Old Québec is split into two parts: the Upper Town (Haute-Ville) and Lower Town (Basse-Ville). The Upper Town is a bit more modern, but still incredibly quaint.
- Go ice skating right by the old city walls. There’s nothing more festive and wintery than skating at an outdoor rink with a beautiful backdrop. In the Upper Town at Place D’Youville, you’ll find just that.
Jan 17, 2020 · Published on January 17, 2020. With friends or with your special someone, enjoy the magic of the Holiday Season. There's a flurry of activities in store for you in the city, the suburbs and the great outdoors. We’ve got some great recommendations for enjoying a magical Holiday Season! 1. Christmas Markets. Where you can:
Dec 22, 2022 · If you’re planning a trip to Quebec City this winter you won’t want to miss this guide to the best things to do in Quebec City at Christmas time. This guide features everything from the top Quebec City activities and attractions, to the must see sights, best restaurants, festive events, and everything in between.
