Activities

world, dominating the bluff and along the Dufferin Terrace. Place Royale, located in the Lower Town in the historic district of Old Quebec, is considered as the oldest French settlement in America. True “cradle of French civilization in North America,” this place is a must see! Parliament Hill is located in the center of Quebec. You will fall in love facing the architectural treasure that is the Parliament Building, the seat of the National Assembly.

On your way you will find The Plains of Abraham, formerly named the Battlefields Park, located on the Diamond course along the north shore of the majestic St. Lawrence River. Real New York Central Park with 103 hectares of plains and flowery, woody, grassy or snowy valleys. Adjacent to the plains, The Citadel of Quebec is a fortress located on Cap Diamant in Quebec City, an integral part of the typical fortifications of the old town dating from the eighteenth century and early nineteenth century

Come to discover the sanctuary of St. Anne de Beaupré, consecrated of St Anne, grandmother of Jesus. Visited for nearly 350 years, this religious heritage is an important place of pilgrimage near the city of Quebec. Attracting almost a million visitors each year, you can admire the hundreds of stained glass, mosaics and works of arts.

Daily Masses and audio-guides available in 4 languages. Opening hours from 8:30 to 16:30. Guided tours from June to September 10:30 chapel of the basilica and the museum at 13:00

Unforgettable experience for both young and old! Admire the spectacular canyon carved by the imposing St. Anne fall (higher than Niagara). Three possible bridges to cross, 1, 60 meters above the abyss! Located in the Quebec City area and close to Charlevoix, you can explore the old walls and rocks that are 1.2 billion years old, full of rainbows, along the paths through the two arduous shores of St-Anne-du-Nord.
Easy and secure trail access. For the more adventurous, a zip line and Via Ferrata is offered to you !

Charlevoix is synonymous with harmony between nature and culture. At the heart of the reserve, you can come and admire the beauty of its landscapes.
Charlevoix offers an impressive number of activities for visitors: agritourism, canyoning, cycling, riding, golf, climbing, kayaking, fishing, alpine skiing, snowshoeing, dog sledding and still many other attractions!

The Charlevoix region has many places also essential to visit: Baie-des-Rochers, Baie-Saint-Paul, Baie-Sainte-Catherine, La Malbaie, and still full of others to discover!

Historical and touristic region of Quebec, located on the North shore of the St. Lawrence River, you will be quickly seduced by its enchanting scenery and its diverse tourist offer !

It’s impossible not to be seduced by this vast mountain plateau full of gigantic deep valleys surrounding the Jacques Cartier River. Let yourself be captivated by this nature so pure and dense, this majestic fauna & flora. You can let yourself be lulled by this silence and this nature that exudes peace. Kayaking, fishing, hiking, the park is called the “green crescent of the Quebec region” and offers fantastic expeditions in a protected environment.

In winter, put on your snowshoes, ski gloves and explore these huge snow trails.

Located a few kilometers from Sainte-Brigitte-de-Laval, Lac Beauport offers many activities, services and restaurants with various events throughout the year.

This small town offers important recreational and tourism infrastructure. As summer and winter, you will be seduced by its diversification of tourist offer: skiing, mountain biking, spa, cross-country skiing, etc.

The park of the Montmorency Falls, reaching a high drop 83 meters (30 meters more than Niagara Falls), is a stunning and must-visit natural phenomenon. This park offers many activities: you can walk to the trails leading to the lookout for a stupendous ride. If the hundreds of steps to the panoramic staircase frightens you, the park offers you the opportunity to take the cable car. It offers you to discover the falls in all its forms. New: to discover new sensations, there is a double zip line with a length of 300 meters. You will be at the heart of the Montmorency Falls. In winter, you can observe the enormous “sugar loaf” formed by the spray at the base of the falls. If you are a climbing amateur, the ice walls await you for an exceptional experience! On site you will find catering services, a shop and an interpretation center.

Orléans Island, true “cradle of French America,” has a remarkable historical and cultural heritage. Along the St. Lawrence River near Quebec, this island holds many surprises for you: agritourism, local producers, artisans and varied landscapes, it is equipped with a variety and quality of tourism offers waiting to be discovered!

There is nothing nicer than wandering around on this enchanting island with its churches, farms and century homes. You can come and taste the specialties of the area including the famous strawberry and apple of the island, depending on the season. Île d’Orléans definitely worth it!

In Quebec, many parks are available to you. You can walk on the Promenade Samuel de Champlain, a 2.5 km “urban oasis” along the St. Lawrence River  offering diverse experiences in an environment with typical riverbank plants and punctuated with works of contemporary art.

It is located in the borough Sainte-Foy-Sillery-Cap-Rouge, between Quai des Cageux and the coast of Sillery. Continue your way to the sentier des grèves, it is a pedestrian link with a length of 3.1 kilometers which will run along the river, connecting the quai des Cageux of the Promenade Samuel de Champlain to Park Plage-Jacques-Cartier.

Parking is open daily from June to October. The service is free.

Bois-de-Coulonge Park is a public parking Quebec Cityin the borough of Sainte-Foy-Sillery-Cap-Rouge on Grande Allée West located on the hill of Quebec and overlooking the St. Lawrence River. A jewel of Quebec the park of the Bois-de-Coulonge is an ideal place for observing the flora & fauna. Also ornithological site, you can explore the arboretum, the gardens, the river views, the hiking trails, the sugar shack and a children’s playground.

Open daily from 6 am to 23h.

Extend your itinerary to Domaine de Maizerets a 27-hectare park in the heart of Limoilou endowed with natural resources and an extraordinary historical heritage. The activities offered at the park are recreational tourism, sports and events.

Access to the park is free

The Massif of Charlevoix is a ski hill overlooking the St. Lawrence River in Petite-Rivière-St-François, in the Charlevoix region. Easily accessible, this mountain offers spectacular mountain views, with slopes with a vertical drop of 770 meters breathtaking. Hurtle down immediately for skiing or sledding!

At only 30 minutes from Quebec City, Mont St-Anne offers activities for all 4 seasons in a stunning setting. Mountain biking, hiking, paragliding, golf, canyoning, skiing, snowshoeing, snowboarding, cross country skiing and skating can be practiced. The cross country ski center, that offers more than 200km of trails, is the most important cross-country ski center in Canada. You will find several rental equipment centers to fully enjoy the activities. You can also take the cable car where you can admire stunning views from its 800meters.

Wendake is a change of scenery! Discover the fascinating world of this ancestral site, bringing to the first Huron-Wendat Nation in the 17th century, where you can enjoy a unique and authentic experience to contemplate dance performances, tales and legends of the people. The Huron-Wendat museum and craft shops allow you to discover history, culture, traditional skills of the Wendake people. Open all year.