Top Places to Visit in Quebec City
- Chateau Frontenac
- Old Quebec
- Aquarium
- Museum of Civilization
- Musée national des beaux-arts du Quebec
- Chateau Frontenac is the landmark of Quebec City.
The purpose of this article is not to comment on hotels or restaurants, but the Chateau Frontenac is a hotel and an impressive one, as well.
If one does not wish to stay her, one MUST pay a visit to this fantastic place. - Old Quebec includes the fort and fortifications of Quebec.
It is one of the only remaining cities still fortified.
The walls reach nearly 3 miles and one can walk along the top for the most part.
Here, one can see the arsenal and the ramparts and watch the changing of the guard, an impressive display.
The Citadel is also located here and is an active military site. - The Aquarium is a family delight with over 10,000 marine animals.
There are exhibits where one can feel the sea life and an excellent restaurant are on site.
One is welcome to bring a picnic lunch, making it easy to spend the day in this delightful place. - The Museum of Civilization contains a collection of over 225,000 objects and artifacts, dealing with the history of Quebec.
A delightful place to visit, complete with a lovely restaurant and gift shop, makes it easy for one to spend the day. - The Musée national des beaux-arts du Quebec hold over 25,000 works of art, primarily from local artist, some dating back to the 18th century.
Along with the beautiful art, one can dine in a gourmet restaurant and see an excellent gift shop.
A delightful way to spend a day. - The MuseÌe des Ursulines de QueÌbec is a marvelous art and history museum.
It is the oldest teaching order in Canada, dating back to 1639.
The museum contains paintings, sculptures, textiles, works of paper, metalwork and much more.
The ornate chapel contains the remains of Blessed Marie of Incarnation, who was beatified by Pope John - Paul II.
The Pope called her the "Mother of the church in Canada.
" There is a beautiful gift shop on site. - The Morrin Cultural Center and Heritage Site contain the history and culture of Quebec.
The museum was built over 200 years ago and was at first a prison.
Professional guides will take one through one of the most impressive libraries in the world.
Quebec City is truly a cultural delight.
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