A one-day itinerary in Old Quebec with Parks Canada
Fortifications of Québec National Historic Site
Discover Old Québec, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, through a carefully crafted one day cultural itinerary featuring three iconic Parks Canada sites. From archaeological remains and impressive city walls to historic green spaces, this immersive journey brings you to the heart of the history that shaped Québec City and Canada.
This itinerary offers a seamless and engaging experience, guiding you from the seat of colonial power to the fortifications that once protected the city.
Saint-Louis Forts and Châteaux National Historic Site
Frontenac Kiosk, Dufferin terrace
From May 16 to October 25
45 to 60 minutes
Beneath Dufferin Terrace, in the heart of Old Québec, lie the remarkable remains of Château Saint Louis, the former seat of colonial power in New France and later under British rule. Through a guided or self guided tour, discover the place where French and British governors resided from 1620 to 1834, and where key decisions were made that shaped Canada’s history.
Step back in time and immerse yourself in more than 200 years of political and diplomatic history, marked by strategic alliances and essential relationships with Indigenous peoples, notably the Huron Wendat Nation. This exceptional heritage site reveals the inner workings of power within a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offering a unique perspective on the history of Old Québec.
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Fortifications of Québec guided tour
Frontenac Kiosk, Dufferin terrace
From June 19 to October 12
90 minutes
Discover the Fortifications of Québec on an immersive guided tour led by a Parks Canada guide. Stroll through Old Québec, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and delve into more than four centuries of military, political, and urban history.
This must‑see experience offers a deeper understanding of the strategic role the fortifications played in defending the city, while providing exceptional views of the St. Lawrence River, Upper Town, and Lower Town. What sets this guided tour apart is a rare privilege: exclusive access to three heritage sites that are normally closed to the public and available only as part of this visit.
Artillery Park
2 d'Auteuil street, just beside St John's Gate
From June 19 to September 7
60 to 90 minutes
Journey through three centuries of history at Artillery Park. Nestled in the heart of Old Québec, this exceptional heritage site invites you to explore a place where military, industrial, and human history intersect. Fully restored, Artillery Park brings together three iconic buildings that played key roles in the history of the city and the country.
Step inside the Arsenal Foundry to discover impressive period machinery and moving firsthand accounts from the women who worked there during the war. Visit the Dauphine Redoubt, one of the oldest military buildings in North America, and immerse yourself in the daily life of soldiers through historic kitchens, barracks, and the officers’ mess. On an exclusive guided tour, you can also access the Officers’ Quarters, an elegant space that reveals the refined world of the British military period.
Whether on a guided or self-guided visit, enjoy a unique immersive experience and uncover the behind-the-scenes history of Québec City.
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