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Discover the 10 best things to do and see in Old Québec. A stay in Old Quebec is not complete without visiting these must-see attractions.
Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985, Old Québec is the most intact fortified town north of Mexico, retaining its colonial architecture for over 400 years. It is the historic and cultural heart of Québec City, and the birthplace of French North America.
Full of charming little streets and local shops, Old Québec is best visited on foot and we highly recommend a walking tour to learn about its fascinating history. Château Frontenac. Québec City’s most famous landmark is also the most photographed hotel in the world.
Walk through the gates and upon the ramparts, and take in the gorgeous views of Old Québec. Learn about the importance of the fortification walls and ramparts from Parks Canada experts, and discover family-friendly activities with or without a guide.
Visitors come to Québec City from around the world to enjoy the fascinating European atmosphere of this old walled town, which is so unlike other cities in North America. Many people are happy to just take in the ambiance, and stick to the main attractions , but there is so much more to discover.
Old Québec, a UNESCO World Heritage treasure, is walkable and safe. Stroll the cobblestone streets of the only fortified city north of Mexico and explore its gorgeous outdoors nearby.
As a UNESCO World Heritage site, Old Québec is full of history. See how the French, British, First Nations, and North Americans have left their mark over the past 400 years in the best historic sites of Québec City.
Old Québec is an ideal destination for a weekend getaway or a longer vacation, with many luxury hotels that enjoy stellar reputations in Canada and the U.S. All these top-rated hotels, including several historic hotels, are located in Old Québec City near Château Frontenac and other iconic attractions, so you can make the most of your stay.
Québec City’s Old Port stretches out along the St. Lawrence River and is home to a marina, cruise ship terminal, and plenty of picturesque little streets. Take the time to explore Rue Saint‑Paul, Rue Sous‑le‑Cap, Rue Sault-au-Matelot, and Rue Saint-Pierre.
We owe part of Old Québec’s European charm to the rise, in the 19th century, of the Romantic movement. Saint‑Louis Gate and Château Frontenac —two of the city’s most iconic landmarks—are both shaped by the Romantic fascination with architectural styles of centuries past.