Quebec City

The beautiful old district of Quebec offers a great view on the Chateau Frontenac. Strolling around, you can find various churches, monuments, pretty squares, and as you move towards the Quartier Petit Champlain you can feel the true spirit of Quebec. Be sure to visit all the little shops and restaurants along the way.

The Quartier Petit Champlain successfully mixes modernity and history, in an area full of boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants where you can spend a very enjoyable day. As you walk the cobblestone roads, you will without a doubt understand that this is the oldest neighborhood in North America

Enjoy a walk by the St Lawrence River or look for the best views over it. The water streams bring Quebec City a vivid energy, and are a huge part of its charm. You can either sit on a bench by the river on a sunny afternoon, or hop on the Quebec City-Levis Ferry.

Basse-Ville is the most Parisian-looking neighborhood of Quebec. Enter one of the many bistros or take a stroll through the quaint little alleys as you listen to the various street musicians. Apart from relaxing, you can stop at some of the many different shops that sell all kinds of goods, from clothing to souvenirs.

In the heart of the shopping district lies the iconic Basilique Cathedrale, its architecture inspired by the large French cathedrals. As you walk inside, you are confronted with an impressive altar and its golden trimmings shining brightly in the light. Photos simply cannot capture the true beauty of this church.

Located in Battlefields Park, the Museum of Fine Arts has a lot to offer. It is a combination of beauty and style: on the outside you can see the vast green pastures of the park and inside you can marvel at the astonishing art pieces. The building itself is a grand work of art.

The Morrin Centre offers an incredible glimpse of the history of Quebec City. It used to function as a prison but eventually became a language college. Explore the area with a guided tour and visit the old jail cells and the Victorian library. Some of the artifacts there date back as far as the 16th century.

Climb up the canyon or go for a hike to cross suspension bridges and marvel at waterfalls and nature. Or -- for something as rewarding but a lot less physically demanding -- have a seat in the unique Air Canyon system, which catapults you straight over the canyon and allows you to observe the surroundings from a bird's perspective. The canyon is located on Highway 138, just 5 minutes from the Sainte-Anne Basilica, so both can be done within the same day.