Quebec Local Customs

 20 Reviews  Outside the Old City, very few people speak fluent English, but in the tourist area, most everyone speaks English. Signs, however, are often only in French (unless the English is smaller), so take... 

 8 Reviews  When walking through an old city you will always come across some nice brass monuments preserving the history of the district and the way of life. We found this brass monument whilst walking the old... 

 2 Reviews  Canadian winters are long and cold and so most cities have some sort of mid-winter celebration - celebrating the turning point rather than the mid-winter! Quebec's Carnaval claims to be the World's... 

 2 Reviews  The Fête nationale du Québec ("Quebec National Holiday") is the official day of Quebec, Canada. The festivities occur on June 23 and June 24 and are organized by the Comité organisateur de la fête... 

 1 Review  Cultural Tips: Signs here are usually in French: Pont = Bridge, Rue = street,Arret = stop, etc. Speed limits are in KM/h, NOT MILES! Cops exept in school zones, usually won't stop you unless you ride... 

 1 Review  Quebec City may be famous for their biggest festival, the Carnaval de Quebec, but there is also a large music and entertainment festival in the summer, the Festival d'Ete (summer festival). We booked... 

 3 Reviews  Ice fishing is fun! You dig a hole with a drill in the ice, put your line and wait for fish to come! St-Anne-de-la-perade has a few 10's of thousands visitors every year for ice fishing, but you can... 

 3 Reviews  Yes, it might seem strange to you, but you should always tip the waiters in the province of Quebec. Usually, people leave at least 15% of the amount of the restaurant bill if you are satisfied with... 

 Mikebb Says:  Walking through the lower town there were many interesting sights, but one that took my eye was the Room To Let sign in the middle of the tourist precinct. It... 

 tiabunna Says:  With evening falling, we were fascinated to find that the restaurant-infested rue Ste-Louis became alive with young ladies outside doorways accosting passing... 

 Bwana_Brown Says:  The Chateau Frontenac is such an imposing building that it's outline dominates Quebec City. Because it is located on the bluff overlooking the St. Lawrence... 

 Stellaluna Says:  Important Dates for Canadians July, 1 Canada day (Canadian Independence day) August, 31 Labor Day Oct, 31 Halloween Oct, 25 Thanksgiving Nov, 11 Remembrance... 

 Lilymaid Says:  Let's face it... I'm from California. We're militant about smoking. (i.e. gross, disgusting habit forcing second-hand-smoke death upon the rest of us) But there... 

 rmdw Says:  Art is very prevalent throughout Quebec City! Most every shop offers some sort of artistic endeavor. And one little lane, not too far from Le Chateau Fronenac... 

 Canadienne Says:  Apparently closed during fall/winter, the upper portion of the boardwalk along the Terrasse Dufferin offers unparalleled views over the St. Lawrence River. We... 

 Deus_ultima Says:  Want to know what's happening in town? What to do this week: http://www.quebecplus.cahttp://www.voir.ca Bilingual Daily News: http://www.ledevoir.com... 

 zakynthos Says:  Museums in downtown Quebec are excellent, don't miss them! I personally felt the french colonialism was and is still very strong: take a look at the french... 

 Tal_A Says:  Taxes and tippingMost goods and services are subject to a federal tax (GST) and a provincial tax (TVQ) in Québec. Foreign residents may be entitled to certain... 

 Laura_Mexico Says:  Coming soon! 

 caelle Says:  Well, I personally feel that their livestyles are much much different from "Torontonians"...They lead a slower pace, relaxing lifestyle... and love to chill out... 

 violette_ca Says:  If you like museum you must take time to go to Musee de la civilisation.The picture is an outside wall arts. It's an illustration of a part of our history. You... 

 frankcanfly Says:  Throw this guy a few coins, and he will certainly entertain you! That's right... one in the mouth, and one in each nostril!! He was bizarre, yet quite talented!... 

 acemj Says:  I'm just guessing, but woodcarving in Quebec probably has Native American roots. I saw this guy carving away on rue du Petit-Champlain, the city's oldest...