What to see and do in Quebec

What to visit in Quebec · Terrasse Dufferin, Citadelle and museums

• Terrasse Dufferin · Vieux-Québec
• Citadelle de Québec and Musée Royal 22e Régiment
• Musée de la civilisation

PLACES AND EXPERIENCES

What to do in Quebec · Terrasse Dufferin, Citadelle and museums

viewpoint

Terrasse Dufferin · Vieux-Québec

The terrace next to Château Frontenac opens onto the St. Lawrence River. The wooden promenade and its kiosks offer one of the most recognizable views of the upper city of Quebec.

Activities for your visit

• Stroll through the enabled public sectors of the terrace.
• Contemplate the river and the facades around Château Frontenac.

Tips for this place

• Wear footwear appropriate for rain, snow or ice depending on the season.
• The hotel and the archaeological remains under the terrace have their own access.

Check access ↗

Free access public walk. The interior visit to the hotel, the funicular and the archaeological site under the terrace are separate options.

Reference sources and location

• Ville de Québec · Terrasse Dufferin

indicative location of the place; it does not identify an entrance, a meeting point, or an accessible route.

Reference coordinates: 46.81065, -71.20424.

Wikidata Terrasse Dufferin

history

Citadelle de Québec and Musée Royal 22e Régiment

The fortress of the upper city is still a military garrison. The guided tour presents its architecture, its history and the link with the Royal 22e Régiment, with views towards Quebec and the river.

Activities for your visit

• Get to know the fortress accompanied by the site's guide.
• Tour the Musée Royal 22e Régiment according to the ticket chosen.

Tips for this place

• You cannot roam freely on an active military base.
• Ceremonies and official needs may modify the route.

Book guided tour ↗

The entrance to the complex combines a guided tour of the Citadelle and access to the regiment museum. The governor general's residence maintains an independent program.

Reference sources and location

• The Citadelle of Québec · guided tour and museum

indicative location of the place; it does not identify an entrance, a meeting point, or an accessible route.

Reference coordinates: 46.8074, -71.2071.

Wikidata Citadelle of Quebec

museum

Musée de la civilisation

In the lower city, this museum explores societies, identities and ways of life through exhibitions of different focuses. It allows you to add an internal cultural visit to the walk through the historic streets of Quebec.

Activities for your visit

• Choose exhibitions according to the schedule of your visit.
• Relate local history to themes from other cultures and societies.

Tips for this place

• Check the schedule: temporary samples change.
• The upper city and the museum are at different heights; plan the trip.

Book tickets ↗

Purchase admission to the museum at its official store. Check the day and the exhibitions or activities included in the ticket.

Reference sources and location

• Musée de la civilization · visit and tickets

indicative location of the place; it does not identify an entrance, a meeting point, or an accessible route.

Reference coordinates: 46.815, -71.20194444.

Wikidata · Museum of civilization

A PROPOSAL TO ORGANIZE YOURSELF

2-day itinerary in Quebec · Terrasse Dufferin, Citadelle and museums

1. Day 1

   Terrace and fortress

   Enjoy public views from Dufferin and arrange a guided tour of the Citadelle based on your reservation.

2. Day 2

   Museum and lower city

   Visit the selected exhibitions of the Musée de la civilization and continue on foot through its historical surroundings.

Tips for visiting Quebec · Terrasse Dufferin, Citadelle and museums

• There are slopes and uneven pavements between the upper and lower city.
• The Citadelle is an active garrison: respect the guided tour.

LOCAL FLAVORS

What to eat in Quebec · Terrasse Dufferin, Citadelle and museums

A selection of regional classics: poutine and bagels from Quebec, butter tarts from Ontario and Nanaimo bars from the Pacific Coast. Photos show actual reference preparations; Each region preserves its own recipes and traditions.

Quebec · Fries, cheese and sauce

Poutine

French fries covered with fresh grain cheese and hot sauce. This Quebec classic is prepared with numerous variations; The photograph shows the traditional combination of these three ingredients.

Reference: Québec cité · Traditional specialties

Montréal · Heritage of Jewish bakeries

Montréal bagel

Ring-shaped bread that is boiled in water sweetened with honey and then baked with wood. Sesame and poppy seeds are two common toppings for this Montréal specialty.

Reference: Tourisme Montréal · The Montréal bagel

Montréal · Deli tradition

Smoked meat sandwich

Cured, seasoned and smoked beef, sliced and served on rye bread with mustard. The specialty is linked to the Jewish tradition of Montréal; The photo documents a version served in Calgary.

Reference: Tourisme Montréal · Guide to smoked meat

Quebec · Savory meat pie

Tourtière

Meatloaf covered in dough, associated with traditional Quebec cuisine and celebratory meals. The name and padding change between regions; There are versions with meat and potatoes. The photo shows the cake open.

Reference: Québec cité · Quebec comfort cuisine

Ontario Butter Tartlets

Butter tarts

Small dough tartlets with a sweet filling of butter, sugar, syrup and egg. In Ontario they are prepared with a firmer or more fluid filling and variants with raisins or dried fruits.

Reference: Destination Ontario · Canadian food to try

Nanaimo Vancouver Island, British Columbia

Nanaimo bars

Layered dessert with a base of crumbs, cocoa and coconut, a sweet cream in the center and a chocolate coating. It is named after Nanaimo, on Vancouver Island; the city publishes its own reference recipe.

Reference: City of Nanaimo · Nanaimo bars