7 Unique Things to Do in Québec City

Old Québec is one of the oldest neighbourhoods in North America. The cobbled streets, well-preserved fortifications and historic architecture bear witness to this rich history which allows it to be classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Treasure. Locals contribute to the more than warm atmosphere, making visitors feel welcome in all seasons.

Relive the storied days of railroad construction in Canada by staying in the most photographed hotel in the world! The Château Frontenac is one of the 11 Fairmont hotels in Canada, all of them historic and architectural monuments built so that people could travel in style across Canada from coast to coast.

The Québec Winter Carnival has enlivened our winters since 1955 with a concentration of traditions drawn from our French-Canadian roots. Night parades, snow baths, snow sculptures, and canoes races across the frozen St. Lawrence River are just some of the long-time favourites at this 10-day ode to winter.

Imagine a mountain of crispy fries, topped with a generous portion of fresh cheese curds, all smothered in a deliciously warm brown sauce. Poutine is much more than just a dish; it's a true cultural symbol that reflects the culinary creativity and warm hospitality of the people of Québec.

Expect to be dazzled by the Ice Hotel, the only place in North America where you can enjoy a drink in a bar at -5° Celsius, sleep snugly in a room sculpted out of ice, and exchange vows in a frosty chapel! A magical world where ice and snow transform into enchanting landscapes.

With their long wooden tables, the sugar shacks evoke a community spirit where families and friends come together to share traditional dishes such as pancakes with maple syrup, taffy on snow and typical dishes of the Québec cuisine. While the sugaring season is at its peak in spring, it is possible to live this unique experience all year round in certain sugar shacks.

This colourful and good-natured celebration of the arrival of the first European settlers takes place in the authentic décor of Old Québec every year in August. Experience life as it was in New France during the French Regime in the 17^th and 18^th centuries!