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Vieux Quebec (Old Quebec)
Ollie #1 of 92 attractions in Quebec City
5 of 5 stars 286 reviews

Historic part of Quebec City, which was founded in 1608.  The upper part, referred to as 'Upper Town' (Haute-ville) is walled with ramparts and makes Québec the only remaining... more »

Attraction type  Historic Walking Areas; Historic Sites; Neighbourhoods
Distance  3.1 km from city centre
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Morrin Centre
Ollie #2 of 92 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 76 reviews
Owner description: Come visit the Morrin Centre, Quebec City's best-kept secret! Built over 200 years ago as the city's first prison, it now houses one of the world's...... more » Owner description: Come visit the Morrin Centre, Quebec City's best-kept secret! Built over 200 years ago as the city's first prison, it now houses one of the world's most beautiful libraries. This national historic site is yours to discover. Walk through foreboding jail cells and browse the books in the charming Victorian library. We also offer various productions, concerts, readings and lectures, many in English. Consider renting the Centre as the perfect place to hold your events. « less
Attraction type  Tourist/ Visitor Centres; Historic Sites; Libraries
Distance  2.9 km from city centre
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Quartier du Petit Champlain
Ollie #3 of 92 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 58 reviews
Dating back to the mid-17th century, this historic neighborhood is the oldest commercial district in North America.
Attraction type  Neighbourhoods; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  3.3 km from city centre
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Lower Town (Basse-Ville)
Ollie #4 of 92 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 49 reviews
The location of the city's original settlement, historic Lower Town is situated on the banks of the St. Lawrence.
Attraction type  Neighbourhoods; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Distance  3.5 km from city centre
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Sainte Anne de Beaupre Basilica
Ollie #5 of 92 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 46 reviews
The earliest buildings of this famous Catholic landmark were constructed in the 17th century.
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  6.7 km from city centre
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Basilique Cathedrale - Notre-Dame-de-Quebec
Ollie #6 of 92 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 29 reviews
This famous 17th-century cathedral has been restored several times but still provides visitors with an ambiance of centuries past.
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Historic Sites
Distance  3.3 km from city centre
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Montmorency Falls Park/Parc de la Chute-Montmorency
Ollie #7 of 92 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 168 reviews
These 275-foot falls on the Montmorency River tower higher than even the legendary Niagara Falls.
Attraction type  Waterfalls; Parks; State Parks
Distance  11.9 km from city centre
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Place Royale
Ollie #8 of 92 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 15 reviews
This famous town plaza is the heart of historic Lower Town and has been an important social center since the city's founding.
Attraction type  Historic Walking Areas; Neighbourhoods; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  3.4 km from city centre
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Terrasse Dufferin
Ollie #9 of 92 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 21 reviews
This elevated area offers panoramic views of Old Quebec and the St. Lawrence River.
Attraction type  Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Distance  3.2 km from city centre
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Siberia Station Spa
Ollie #10 of 92 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 18 reviews
Owner description: Come and discover our concept of outdoor relaxation based on a Scandinavian ritual consisting in an alternance of hot, cold and rest stations....... more » Owner description: Come and discover our concept of outdoor relaxation based on a Scandinavian ritual consisting in an alternance of hot, cold and rest stations. Year-round, we invite you to experience our hot tubs, Finnish sauna, infrared sauna, steam bath, cold baths with thermal falls and mutiple relaxation aeras. We also offer massage under the supervision of well-known Michel Van Waeyenberge. Benefit from Californian, Swedish, Amma, Sports or Momentum massages, alone or in a double room. « less
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  15.6 km from city centre
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Citadel
Ollie #11 of 92 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 84 reviews
Owner description: LA CITADELLE OF QUEBEC IS BUILT ON THE CAP DIAMANT, THE HIGHEST NATURAL POINT OF OLD QUEBEC. GUIDED TOURS OF LA CITADELLE AND THE ROYAL 22E RÉGIMENT...... more » Owner description: LA CITADELLE OF QUEBEC IS BUILT ON THE CAP DIAMANT, THE HIGHEST NATURAL POINT OF OLD QUEBEC. GUIDED TOURS OF LA CITADELLE AND THE ROYAL 22E RÉGIMENT MUSEUM OFFER A COMPREHENSION OF TERRITORIAL SPACE AND DEFENSE ORGANIZATION, VISIT OF EXHIBITIONS AND A WONDERFUL VIEW OF THE CITY AND SAINT LAWRENCE RIVER. THIS CITADEL IS THE MOST IMPORTANT BRITISH FORTIFICATION OF NORTH AMERICA. LA CITADELLE OF QUEBEC IS A NATIONAL HISTORICAL SITE. « less
Attraction type  Military Bases/ Facilities; Military Museums; Parks
Distance  2.7 km from city centre
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Battlefields Park (Parc des Champs-de-Bataille)
Ollie #12 of 92 attractions in Quebec City
5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
This bucolic park includes the Plains of Abraham, where the decisive battle that led to British control of Quebec took place.
Attraction type  Parks; Historic Sites; Battlefields
Distance  1.8 km from city centre
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Musee de la Civilisation
Ollie #13 of 92 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 70 reviews
Owner description: This museum is characterized by its innovative and daring outlook. It defines itself as a seat of knowledge and ideas, a museum endowed with valuable...... more » Owner description: This museum is characterized by its innovative and daring outlook. It defines itself as a seat of knowledge and ideas, a museum endowed with valuable collections, an education centre and a living memory. It is located in the region's capital, Québec City, in the heart of an historic district and close to Place Royale. « less
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  3.6 km from city centre
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Plains of Abraham
Ollie #14 of 92 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 32 reviews

The Plains of Abraham Park is located in downtown Quebec City.  It runs parallel with Grand Allee Street on one side and the St. Lawrence Seaway on the other.  The park is large... more »

Attraction type  Historic Sites; Parks
Distance  1.9 km from city centre
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Joan of Arc
Ollie #15 of 92 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Owner description: Located in the Plains of Abraham, this statue of the French martyr is a tribute to the soldiers who died in the historic battle between the French and...... more » Owner description: Located in the Plains of Abraham, this statue of the French martyr is a tribute to the soldiers who died in the historic battle between the French and British that occurred here in 1759. « less
Attraction type  Monuments/ Statues
Distance  2.1 km from city centre
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Old Port (Vieux-Port)
Ollie #16 of 92 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 9 reviews
This once bustling port now serves as a nostalgic reminder of Lower Town's history.
Attraction type  Neighbourhoods
Distance  3.3 km from city centre
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Quebec - Levis Ferry
Ollie #17 of 92 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 40 reviews
This ferry service offers short trips along the St. Lawrence.
Attraction type  Ferries/ Boats
Distance  3.4 km from city centre
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Chevalier House (Maison Chevalier)
Ollie #18 of 92 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Owner description: This structure, built as a home to Jean-Baptiste Chevalier in 1752 from two 17th-century structures, has been restored as a museum focusing on...... more » Owner description: This structure, built as a home to Jean-Baptiste Chevalier in 1752 from two 17th-century structures, has been restored as a museum focusing on Quebec's history. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites; History Museums
Distance  3.4 km from city centre
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Musee National des Beaux Arts
Ollie #19 of 92 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 27 reviews
This art museum emphasizes works by artists native to Quebec but also includes touring international exhibitions.
Attraction type  History Museums; Art Museums
Distance  2.1 km from city centre
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Upper Town (Haute-Ville)
Ollie #20 of 92 attractions in Quebec City
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
The hilly section of the city known as Upper Town developed later than the original settlement it overlooks.
Attraction type  Neighbourhoods
Distance  3.2 km from city centre
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