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 Citadelle entrance, on St-Louis Street by Jefie Also known as "The Gibraltar of America", the Citadelle is part of the fortications surrounding the old city of Quebec. Built under British rules under the threat of American attacks, its construction began in 1820 and was completed after about 30 years. Nowadays, it is still an active military garrison, home to the Royal 22nd Regiment, Canada's first French regiment and one of its most highly distinguished. It is possible to go on a one-hour guided tour of the Citadelle to learn more about its history, construction and purpose. During summer, it is also possible to see the Changing of the Guard ceremony (held every morning at 10:00 am) as well as the Ceremony of the Retreat (check the Web site for hours). The Citadelle is also home to the Gouvernor General's second official residence. The Gouvernor General is the representative of the Queen in Canada, which is part of the Commonwealth. Visitors can visit the residence at the Citadelle free of charge. Leave a Comment Address: Cote de la CitadellePhone: 418-694-2815Directions: The entrance is located just off St-Louis Street, in Vieux Quebec. Go all the way up the hill and follow indications.Website: www.lacitadelle.qc.ca Other Contact: information@lacitadelle.qc.ca
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 Maison Henry-Stuart, on Grande Allee by Jefie Built in 1849, the Henry-Stuart house is one of the few examples left of the typical English cottages that were built in the city during the 19th century. It is named after the Henry family, for whom the house was originally built, and the Stuart family, the longest occupants of the cottage. Adele and Mary Stuart lived in the cottage for a total 70 years, from 1918 to 1988. Throughout the years, they made several trips to England, looking for furniture that could match the character of their house. They also worked on the charming garden that surrounds the house. A visit to the Henry-Stuart house is interesting in that it allows us to explore the history and culture of Quebec City's anglophone population, something that is often overlooked elsewhere in the city. The guided tour includes tea and homemade lemon cake, served in the cottage's drawing room. A really neat and different experience! From June 25 to Labour Day, tours run every day on the hour (first visit starts at 11:00 am, last visit starts at 4:00 pm). The price is $7 for adults. Leave a Comment Address: 82 Grande Allee OuestPhone: 418-647-4347Directions: At the corner of Cartier StreetWebsite: http://www.cmsq.qc.ca/house.htm Other Contact: cmsq@cmsq.qc.ca
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 M/V Louis Joliet on the St. Lawrence River by Jefie Nothing quite compares to seeing Chateau Frontenac sitting on top of Cap Diamant as you make your way up the beautiful St. Lawrence River. During summer, the AML group offers different types of cruises on board the M/V Louis Joliet, named after the Quebec City explorer who became the first man to map the Mississippi River. If you don't have much time, you can go on the "Stories of an explorer" cruise, a 90-minute cruise that will take you up to the Quebec City bridges and down to the Ile d'Orleans ($28 for adults, with 3 departures/day). If you've got more time, you can choose to go on a brunch, buffet or romantic dinner cruise. For a different nightlife experience, you can also go on a Friday night dancing cruise ($13, for adults only). Just check out the Website to see which option is best for you, and enjoy your time on board the M/V Louis Joliet! Leave a Comment
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 Bonhomme the Carnival Mascot skating with kids! by jamiesno Quebec is famous for its Winter Carnival. It usually runs a couple of weeks and it takes over the city as visitors flood in from all over the world. There are venues throughout old Quebec and there are endless activities. There is so much also to show you about the Carnival so I have a whole host of Carnival tips :-) Go under my sports tips and you will see plenty more tips and photos from the Carnaval! Here in this picture you can see the Carnaval mascot Bonhomme skating with kids. They love him I didn't want to have to push 20 kids out of the way to get my picture took with him, hehehe. Leave a Comment
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 Walking along Terrasse Dufferin, Quebec City by Jefie, 2 more photos Named after Lord Dufferin, the 3rd Governor General of Canada, this boardwalk runs from the Chateau Frontenac to the steps leading to the Citadelle and offers a splendid view of the St. Lawrence River. There is plenty of activity going on at all time on the Terrasse: during summer, visitors will be entertained by talented and funny street performers, and for about 3 weeks in July and August, it transforms itself into an open-air bookstore known as "Les Bouquinistes du Saint-Laurent" (www.lesbouquinistes.org). During the winter carnival, Terrasse Dufferin becomes one of the city's favorite gathering points. The funicular that goes down to the Quartier Petit-Champlain also departs from the Terrasse. Leave a Comment Directions: In the Vieux Quebec area, in front of Chateau Frontenac.
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The original Notre Dame Cathedral in Quebec City was built in 1647, making this the oldest parish in North America. The church was destroyed twice, but each time rebuilt at the same location. Parts of the original building still exist and are incorporated into the current Notre Dame which was built in 1771. The church is open daily from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm, entry is free, and the guided tour of the crypt is $1. Leave a Comment
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Notre-Dame is the oldest parish in North America. It dates back to 1647, when a church was built by Samuel de Champlain on the same site. Twice the church was destroyed by fire and the new construction dates back to 1923 and was built following the plans of Francois Baillarge, one of the most famous church architect in the country. You can visit the Basilica Cathedral on your own or go on a guided tour, and for $1 you can also visit the crypt. Leave a Comment
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 Chateau Frontenac, Quebec City by cruisingbug The highest point in Old Quebec, Chateau Frontenac dominates the Quebec City skyline. Take the elevators up to the top of the towers - you can peek out the windows at the end of the hallways and in the staircases for great views of the city and the St. Lawrence River. Leave a Comment
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 Who knew Quebec City had such a mysterious past? by Jefie This one is for all Dan Brown fans: Avacture is a truly original activity that helps you discover the city in a unique interactive way. As the hero of this adventure a la DaVinci Code, you must find clues that are spread throughout the city by the "Ordre du Bon Temps" in order to discover the secrets of the Champlain Prophecy. You'll find yourself racing through the streets of the old city to get to the next clue, looking for hidden messages on the walls of historic buildings. At the moment, Avacture documents are only available in French so you'll need at least one person in your group who can speak French, and you should allow at least 2 hours to complete the adventure and solve the mystery of the Champlain Prophecy. A really great activity for people of all ages! Tickets ($18 for adults) can be bought at Quebec Experience, located in Les Promenades du Vieux Quebec. Leave a Comment Address: 8 rue du Trésor, 2nd floorPhone: 418-694-4000Directions: Between rue de Buade and rue Saint-Louis, in the Vieux Quebec area (between the Notre-Dame Basilica and the Chateau Frontenac).Website: www.avacture.com Other Contact: info@avacture.com
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I saw this tip originally on BwanaBrown's page and later saw it written up in both the guidebooks as a cheap way to get a great view of Quebec City from the St. Lawrence River. The round trip fare was $5.20 CAD, you can get off at Levis or stay on the ferry and come back. If you have more time than us, you might give it a shot both in the daytime and the evening which is what the guidebook suggests. Ferries run every 1/2 hour or so during peak hours, the trip takes about a 1/2 hour round trip. Check the attached website for an updated schedule Leave a Comment
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