Old Quebec City is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of the oldest neighbourhoods in Quebec City. It’s home to Château Frontenac, cafés and restaurants, boutiques and more.
One of the most photographed staircases in Quebec City, Escalier Casse-Cou (Breakneck Steps) is also one of the oldest! After the colony of New France was established in what is…
Picking the 10 best restaurants in Quebec City for oysters is not a challenging task, but it does make one incredibly hungry! Oysters are an aphrodisiac, and Quebec City is…
You may have seen photos of Quebec City winters, with snow-capped historic buildings, ice hotels, Bonhomme, and piping hot mugs of chocolat chaud (hot chocolate). It all looks so romantic…
There is nothing quite like a Québec City Christmas. The air is often crisp and cool. Snow clings to trees and covers the rooftops of 17th, 18th and 19th-century buildings….
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…
This beautiful 17th-century monastery was founded by the Augustinian sisters who arrived in New France (now Quebec City) in 1639. Tasked with carrying for the health and well being of…
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 are now more decorative than functional.
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…
While we’re sad to see some of our favourite Quebec City restaurants closing their doors in 2019 (farewell LàLà, Le Moine Échanson), there have been some exciting new restaurants popping…
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…
B&Bs in Quebec City is one of the BEST ways to experience a little of the local culture. Whether you’re on a budget or you craving a more local experience…
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…