8 Ways to Enjoy the Easter Holiday in Québec City

Easter simply wouldn't be Easter without chocolate! And when it's crafted with pride in small batches, it's easy to give in to temptation without feeling too guilty! Stop by one of the Québec City area's chocolate shops to sample mouth-watering chocolate in every shape and size.

Look for our suggestions for a memorable brunch. Many restaurants will also have special Easter menus. Book as soon as possible to guarantee your place in the chosen restaurant.

Québec City is home to beautiful churches that reflect its rich religious heritage. Take advantage of the Easter weekend to explore these iconic landmarks, such as the Notre-Dame-des-Victoires church, located in the heart of Old Quebec, or the Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral, a must-see in the city. 

What could be more tantalizing than the sweet smell of boiling maple syrup? Follow the aroma to one of the area's many sugar shacks where fun, folklore, and traditions await!

Short on time? A number of merchants in the heart of the city offer shoppers the chance to sample and purchase a variety of tasty maple products. Try La Petite cabane à sucre de Québec located in Petit-Champlain or Le Grand Marché de Québec.

Take advantage of the longer sunny days to hit the slopes. The Mont-Sainte-Anne and Le Massif de Charlevoix resorts should remain in operation until the Easter weekend, weather permitting.

Explore the superb architectural monuments steeped in history. Visiting historic sites reveals the importance of the rich French, British, Indigenous and North American influences that have coloured our culture over the past 400 years.

This long weekend is the perfect time to revitalize yourself in one of the Nordic spas and health centers in the region. Massages, thermal baths, wraps, beauty treatments... Your body and mind can only be grateful.

Québec City is a great place to stroll around, snap shots, and have some good eats. But it’s also full of history and secrets that come to life with a local guide. A guided walking tour will leave you seeing the city in a whole new light.