last edited Dec 11, 2019
What to See in the Québec Region
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Location
Québec Basilica-Cathedral of Notre-Dame, Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré Basilica, Sainte-Anne Canyon, Château Frontenac, the Citadelle, Québec Parliament Building, Orléans Island, Museum of Civilization, Artillery Park, Montmorency Falls Park, Plains of Abraham Park, Jacques-Cartier National Park, Youville Square, Royal Square, Governors' Promenade, Petit-Champlain Street, Trésor Street, Saint-Jean Street, Dufferin Terrace, Wendake.
UNESCO World Heritage Site
The Québec region includes one site inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List:
- Old Québec (1985):
Cities and Cultural Heritage
- Portneuf :
- Wendake :
Natural Heritage
Must-see & highly recommended
Quebec City
★★★★ With its UNESCO-listed old quarter and lively atmosphere, it’s the most interesting and popular city in the province for visitors.
Old Québec
★★★★ This district of Québec City, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is known for its rich history and European charm. It offers numerous historic…
Recommended
Montmorency Falls Park
★★★ This is one of Quebec’s most famous sites, featuring a spectacular 83-metre waterfall that transforms into a wall of ice in winter…
Worth a look / Other
Sainte-Anne Canyon
★★ A stunning 74-metre waterfall and hiking trails in a narrow gorge crossed by three pedestrian bridges.
Côte-de-Beaupré
★★ This municipality is home to the Sanctuary of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré, a major pilgrimage site. It also features several "économusées", a…
Orléans Island
★★ This island is located near the city of Quebec. It features over 600 historic buildings, numerous artisans, and farm stands.
Battlefields Park
★★ Commonly known as the Plains of Abraham, this national historic park is where the battles between the English and French armies took place…
Jacques-Cartier National Park
★★ Located in a lovely glacial valley just a few dozen kilometres from Quebec City, the area is popular for hiking in all seasons and kayaking…
Wendake
★★ This is the only Huron-Wendat community in Canada. Must-see attractions: the First Nations Hotel-Museum, the Huron-Wendat Museum, and the…
Portneuf
★ This regional municipality is known for its charming villages such as Neuville, Cap-Santé, and Deschambault-Grondines, as well as its…