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Aug 15, 2024 · Looking for things to do in winter in Québec City? There’s no shortage of options! The area turns into a giant playground for outdoor winter activities from December to late March, and the conditions tend to be spectacular.
- Top Things to Do in Québec City This Winter - Visiter Québec
The magic of the landscapes covered with snow, the exciting...
- Québec City Winter Vacation Guide | Visit Québec City
Sliding is one of the most popular winter activities....
- Top Things to Do in Québec City This Winter - Visiter Québec
- Try A Kir
- Celebrate at The Quebec Winter Carnival
- Toboggan Slide
- Grab A Fancy Cocktail at 1608 Bar
- Soak in A Nordic Spa
- French Onion Soup Marathon
- Explore Quartier Petit Champlain
- Save Your Legs- Ride The Funiculaire Du Vieux
- Go Ice Canoeing
- Maple Taffy on Snow
When we visited Quebec City we made an effort to try all the French Canadian food we couldand the local Québécois is a Kir. This tasty and refreshing cocktail is usually made with black currant liqueur and dry white wine, though there are variations on the classic recipe. This area of Canada is amazing for growing black currant (aka cassis in Frenc...
Quebec City is stunning in the summertime of course, but I think it’s the most fun to visit in the winter due to the way the locals embrace the cold weather. Their famous winter carnival is a great example. It takes place every February, so since we visited in December we didn’t get to attend but it’s absolutely on my bucket list. This carnival has...
The giant winter toboggan slide in upper Old Town is hands down the unique Quebec City thing you can do. I haven’t seen slides like this offered anywhere in the world. You hurdle down the slides at 70 km / hour (about 43 miles per hour) and are treated to an insane view of the city. It was built in 1884 and is only a few bucks to ride so it’s super...
Inside the Fairmont Chateau Frontenac is the famous 1608 Bar(named after the year French explorers touch the shores). This is a small bar that’s incredibly cozy and – in true Fairmont style – makes some dang tasty and elaborate cocktails. We stopped by for a happy hour drink before dinner one night and I wasn’t prepared for a blow torch to be used ...
I love a good spa moment and cold plunging (I got hooked after booking asauna in the Oslo Fjords last summer) so when I learned aboutStrøm Spa NordiqueI knew we had to visit. This is an utterly unique Nordic spa that overlooks Saint Lawrence River. It has tons of outdoor hot tubs, a lazy river, a sauna, lounging rooms, cold plunging pools and spa t...
Here it’s simply known as Soupe à l’Oignon but us Americans call it French Onion Soup and yes, there are tons of spots all around the city that make a dang tasty Soupe à l’Oignon. And, during the winter when it’s all cold and windy outside, we quickly found ourselves craving hot cheesy onion soup every day for lunch. Here’s the top spots to find so...
Quartier Petit Champlain is arguably the prettiest part of Old Quebec City. I mean, all of Old Town oozes charming vibes, but Petit Champlain sits on the lower part of the hill and there’s something so cool about the Fairmont towering over the shops and restaurants that make it extra cute. Rue du Petit-Champlain is the most popular since it’s dotte...
The Funiculaireis basically a nifty little street elevator that connects the Historic District of Old Québec upper town and lower town parts (Dufferin Terrace and Quartier Petit-Champlain, Place-Royale and the Old Port). It’s best to use it when you are down in the Petit Champlain area and take it to the upper town so you don’t have to walk allllll...
The Canadians sure do know how to take advantage of all the seasons. When the Saint Lawerance river freezes up in the winter, you can still get out on the water via an adventurous ice canoe experience. Canot à Glace Expérience offers the coolest (pun intended) canoe tours on the river in the winter. You’ll get equipped some basics like gloves and b...
Sorry Vermont, but after one lick of Quebec maple taffy stick, I knew they are queens of maple syrup production for a reason. It’s just simply the best in the world (and they make the most in the world, with about 70% All over Quebec Provence, you’ll find maple syrup farms (you can sometimes spot them from the road – look for maple groves with litt...
- Mark Your Calendar. December. German Christmas Market. Colourful lights, wooden kiosks, smells of cinnamon, gingerbread, and sausages... The German Christmas Market recreates the warm atmosphere of the major European Christmas Markets, in the magical setting of Old Québec.
- The Winter Wonderland of Old Québec. In winter, Old Québec is like a fairyland Christmas village of lights, decorations, snow, and enchanting European architecture.
- Immersive Multimedia Pathway in Wendake. Produced in collaboration with the internationally renowned Québec firm Moment Factory, Onhwa’ Lumina is the only immersive multimedia experience of its kind to be open in winter in Québec.
- The Latest and the Greatest of Winter. Are you a regular visitor to the area? We bet we'll surprise you with our list of new places and activities to explore.
Feb 2, 2019 · While there are tons of things to do in Quebec City in the winter, it would be a shame to miss out on some of the gorgeous attractions around the city. You can visit historic churches, beautiful waterfalls, pastoral villages, and more in a quick day trip from Quebec City.
- Quebec City German Christmas Market. Earlier in the season of winter in Quebec City in December, you can enjoy all the holiday festivities! From the end of November through the week of Christmas, you can enjoy the Quebec City German Christmas Market.
- Do Some Shopping! If you’re anything like me, you don’t mind doing a little shopping when visiting a destination and if you’re new to winter in Quebec City (traveling from somewhere like us where we think we know how to dress in winter) you may come and realize you want/need more layers!
- Enjoy the Foodie Scene. One of the best ways to stay warm during winter in Quebec City is by having a hearty and delicious meal! Lucky for you Quebec has a really outstanding food scene, from Québécois cuisine (like poutine) to various types of quality international cuisine, we didn’t have one bad meal during our stay, here are a few of our favorites.
- Warm up at a Bar. Exploring the best things to do in Quebec City in winter can require a few breaks where you might need to warm up from time to time. Especially if you get caught in a little bit of wet, cold weather!
15 Incredible Things To Do In Quebec City In The Winter. 1. Explore Old Quebec City. Old Quebec City is one of the most picturesque locations in all of North America. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it looks more like a city you might find in Europe than in North America.
Sliding is one of the most popular winter activities. Discover where to do snow tubing or snow sliding in Québec City. Read. Skiing & Snowboarding. The ultimate guide to skking and snowboarding in Québec City. Discover the ski resorts, where to enjoy best après-ski, and more! Read. Top Places for Snowshoeing.
