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Finding budget-friendly activities, restaurants, and hotels can be a little challenging at times, so we’ve done some of the leg work for you! You don’t have to spend a lot of money to have a good time in Quebec.
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14 Summer Events and Festivals in Quebec City
Summer is the best season for events and festivals in Quebec City. We have music festivals, big and small, foodie events, fireworks, comedy, and more!
Quebec City Beer: La Korrigane Brasserie Artisanale
La Korrigane, a women-owned microbrewery in the neighbourhood of Saint-Roch is one of the best in Quebec City – and the food menu is delicious, too!
Quebec City Beer: Noctem Artisans Brasseurs
A microbrasserie in Saint-Roch, Noctem Artisans Brasseurs brews some of the best beers in Quebec City, and the food menu is quite good, too!
Relax or Meet Friends at Café Pékoe in Saint-Roch!
Café Pékoe is a café where you can meet up with friends or take a break from exploring the neighbourhood of Saint-Roch. The chocolat chaud is delicious, too!
It’s Time to Visit These Parks Canada Sites in Quebec City!
Parks Canada is celebrating 110 years in 2021, and we are excited about exploring several of its parks and historic sites this summer, especially the Parks Canada Sites here in Quebec City! Perfect whether you’re...
Visit Cartier-Brébeuf National Historic Site
Lose yourself at Cartier-Brébeuf, a National Historic Site located within a sprawling 6.8-hectare park – it's the perfect place to enjoy nature, and relax.
Saint-Louis Forts and Châteaux National Historic Site
An archaeological gem, literally, in Old Quebec City, Saint-Louis Forts & Châteaux National Historic Site is an important piece of Quebec City’s history. The remains of a fort and châteaux, which played an...
Praline et Chocolat: The Best Croissants in Québec City
How far would you drive for the best croissants? I drive 20 minutes to Praline et Chocolat whenever possible to eat the best croissants in Quebec City.
5 Of The Best Cafes in Montreal
Montreal is known by many as the cafe capital of Canada. The word cafe is French, after all, and the city’s proud European heritage speaks strongly through its thriving coffee and pastry culture. Whether you’re...
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My Favourite Patisseries in Montreal
Patisseries in Montreal are next-level delicious. It is not a surprise. Montreal is a cosmopolitan city known for its trendy cafés, gourmet food scene, street art, museums, and shopping. It’s a popular day-trip...
A Guide to a Magical Christmas in Quebec City
Christmas in Quebec City conjures images of fluffy white snow clinging to 18th-century buildings, down-stuffed jackets, cups of piping hot chocolat chaud gripped between mittened hands, and colourful blinking lights...
Ride the Funicular in Quebec City
Riding the funicular in Quebec City is the fastest way to travel from the top of Cap Diamant (where Château Frontenac is located) to Petit-Champlain and Place-Royale down below. It is also one of the best ways to avoid...
Ramparts & Fortifications of Quebec City
The Fortifications of Quebec are a fascination for many when visiting Quebec City, and why not?! Quebec City is the only fortified city north of Mexico. Its stone walls and heavy cannons still stand guard, even if they...
The Best Coffee Shops in Old Quebec City
The increase of coffee shops in Old Quebec City over the last couple of years has been delightful. Especially for those of us (me!) who love to indulge in espresso or rich hot chocolate (chocolat chaud), along with the...
The Best Smoked Meat is at Lester’s Deli in Montréal!
The moment we walked into Lester’s Deli in Montréal’s Outremont neighbourhood, we knew it was going to be a good day. Arriving a little after 11 am, an hour or two before the rush would begin, the patio was...
The Best Hot Chocolate in Quebec City
Finding the best hot chocolate in Quebec City is a constant goal. Let’s face it, hot chocolate (chocolat chaud) is LIFE, especially the really good stuff. And no, we are not talking about the stuff you buy from...
Motel Ile d’Orleans Hotel Review
White with red trim and angled wood divider walls, the outside of Motel Ile d'Orleans has a distinct late-1960s vibe. A budget-friendly stay on Ile d'Orleans.
5 Not-to-Miss Quebec City Museums
Quebec City museums can be found throughout the Historic District of Old Quebec, as well as neighbourhoods like Montcalm and Saint-Jean-Baptiste. Some are small and intimate, while others are large and feature special...
Shop at Le Grand Marché de Quebec in Limoilou!
At Le Grand Marché the sight of locally grown produce, herbs, and flowers, brightly coloured and full of life, is one of the best parts of summer. When you get close their smells are a mixture of delicate intrigue and...
I Want to Live at La Fabrique de l’Isle!
La Fabrique de L'Isle is a gorgeous café, boutique and gallery with colourful fabric flag garland flapping around on windy days and a wrap-around veranda.
Self-Guided Walking Tour of Old Quebec City
Quebec City, one of the oldest cities in Canada, is a favourite destination among those who want to wander down cobblestone streets lined with stone tin-roofed houses. Established in 1608 by Samuel de...
20+ Great Restaurants in Old Quebec City
What are the best restaurants in old town Quebec City? There are over 100 restaurants in the Old Quebec, here are some of the best ones, no matter your budget!
Food Shops & Épiceries in Old Quebec
Épiceries in Old Quebec has food local terroir, craft beer, wine, cheese, bread, and some non-perishables. Basically, everything one would need for a picnic!
The Best Hostels in Quebec City
Picking a hostel in Quebec City is not nearly as challenging as picking a hotel – mostly because there are only a handful of hostels in Quebec City.
Quebec City Bars: Pub l’Oncle Antoine
When the server/barman at Pub L’Oncle Antoine says “Welcome to happy hour, for the next two hours I am going to be happy!”, you know it is going to be a good night. Welcome to one of our favourite Quebec City Bars! A...
99+ Things To Do in Quebec City in Summer
Having a list of the top things to do in Quebec City in summer is a good way to start your time in the city. Here are 99+ things to get you started!
Montmorency Falls: A Stunning Waterfall!
No matter the time of year, spending a few hours hiking and exploring Montmorency Falls is always a good idea. Take a tour or go solo.
17th-Century Fun at The New France Festival
Experience life as it was in 17th & 18th-century Québec at the New France Festival!
Coffee at Café Saint-Henri in Saint-Roch
Coffee. Chocolate Chaud. Artisanal Donuts. Twice-baked Croissants. Free wifi. It is hard to not fall in love with Café Saint-Henri micro-torréfacteur!
