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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.
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Dec 13, 2018 · If you’re planning a trip to Quebec City in the winter you need to pack warm clothing. I repeat. You need you pack warm clothing. The essentials absolutely include a down parka and weatherproof snow boots that are suitable for below freezing temperatures. It was in the 20s my first day in Quebec City, but by the next morning it had dropped ...
- The Ultimate 3-Day Guide to December in Quebec City
- Other Things to Do If You Have More Time
- Where to Stay
- Where to Eat and Drink
- Tips to Know Before You Go
Day 1: Sight-Seeing and Exploring the Upper Town on Foot
Day one of being in Quebec City is a lot to take in, especially in the winter. Odds are, you – like me – have never seen a fortified city (that could double as the ultimate holiday snowglobe) before in your life! So ease in slowly, get your bearings, and take it all in. After landing at 9 am, I checked into my hotel, Monsieur Jean, and started my first day strolling down Rue Saint Jean to grab coffee and a sandwich at a nearby incredibly cute cafe called Paillard. It was at this exact moment...
Day Two: Montmorency Falls, Grand Marché, The Christmas Market, and a Castle Visit
On day two, start off by venturing a bit further outside the city walls because there is a ton to see! You can take public transportation, rent a bike, or rent a carfor the morning (details at the bottom of this post). Then, after a bit of exploration, come back for a full-on dose of holiday cheer. I promise, it’s the BEST and most unique part about a December visit to Quebec (and I’m biased, obviously, because today involves the Christmas Market – duh!).
Day Three: Toboggan Rides, Exploring Lower Town, Eating at a Monastery, and Ice Skating at Night
After spending two days exploring Upper Town and beyond, the third and final day is all about squeezing in as much as possible before leaving (so sad, I know). Start out back at the Château Frontenac with a toboggan ride, then head down to Old Quebec’s Lower Town for an afternoon of exploring some of the city’s most picturesque streets.
Of course, if you wind up with more than 3 days to spend in Quebec City, here are some more activities and sights to add to your itinerary! 1. Cartier Street:A shopping street outside the city walls that’s more local and a bit more upscale than the souvenir shops you’ll find in Old Quebec. 2. Museums: There are several museums to check out througho...
Airbnb Options (New to Airbnb? Use this link to save up to $55 on your first booking!)Currency: Quebec City uses the Canadian Dollar ($1 CAD = $0.77 USD, roughly)Language: Quebec City is predominantly (over 90%) French-speaking, but a majority of the population also speaks great English, so you’ll have very few – if any – problems getting around.Transportation: Old Quebec is a walking city! But if you want to get out and explore, you can rent a bike or rent a car. Uber is also available, as well as local taxi services which seemed pretty e...Sunset Time: The sun sets in December around 4 – 4:30 pm. Keep this in mind when planning your schedule!Nov 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. The city’s historic streets, charming architecture, and cobblestone ...
Sep 30, 2023 · It is cold and snowy in Quebec in the winter, especially in January and February. The average temperature in Quebec City in December ranges from -12 °C (10°F) to 5°C (23°F). It’s slightly warmer in Montreal, -9°C (16°F) to -2°C (28°F). Snowfall is also common, with Quebec City’s December weather receiving an average of 71 cm (28 ...
Dec 22, 2022 · Best things to do in Quebec City at Christmas Time. 1. Visit Quebec City’s German Christmas Market. Address: 5 magical locations – in the Jardins de l’Hôtel-de-Ville, on the Dufferin Terrace (near the Samuel de Champlain monument), on Sainte-Anne Street, at place d’Armes and at place d’Youville.
