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10 Days in Québec: A Journey Through History and Nature

Ash González

15 Nov 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure in Québec, QC, Canada. Explore historic sites, lush gardens, majestic parks, and breathtaking waterfalls. Discover the rich culture and natural beauty of this enchanting city.

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Day 1

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$13

Maison Henry-Stuart

Preserved, furnished 1850 regency-style residence with a verandah & an English garden.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

8 - 12 min

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Plains of Abraham

Set in a historic park, this battle site in the Seven Years' War features gardens & an ice rink.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Joan of Arc Garden

Created in 1938, this landscaped park mixes classical French & English flower-garden styles.

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$6

8 - 11 min

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Parliament Building

This Second Empire-style building is home to Quebec's National Assembly & offers free guided tours.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 2

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$25

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$ 5

Chaudière Falls Park

Scenic natural area with hiking & cycling paths, a suspension bridge & imposing waterfalls.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$6

16 - 20 min

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Chauveau Park

Wooded nature park along the Saint-Charles River featuring playgrounds, soccer fields & trails.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$6

7 - 9 min

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Musée huron-wendat

The Huron-Wendat are showcased at this museum, featuring traditional apparel, crafts & programs.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$13

Day 3

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$13

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$ 3

Jardin Botanique Roger-Van den Hende

Botanical park showcasing educational exhibits of flowers & plants, plus sculptures & an arboretum.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$6

11 - 14 min

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Jacques-Cartier Beach Park

This green space on the St. Lawrence River offers bird-watching, picnicking, hiking & snow-shoeing.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$6

Day 4

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$13

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$ 5

Promenade Samuel-De Champlain

Cycling & walking path along the St. Lawrence River, with play areas for kids in the waterside park.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$6

10 - 12 min

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The Battlefields Park

Public meadows & trees covering 103 hectares & site of a 1759 battle between the French & British.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Victoria Park

Spacious park featuring sports facilities, grassy areas & a splash pad for playing in summer.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$6

Day 5

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$44

Dufferin Terrace Tobogan Slide

Iconic structure offering public toboggan rides for all ages during the winter since 1884.

8:00 AM - 8:15 AM

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$6

6 - 9 min

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Maison Jean-Baptiste-Chevalier

Preserved 1752 home with typical New France architecture & restored 18th- to 20th-century furniture.

8:45 AM - 9:15 AM

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$6

5 - 8 min

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The Fort Museum

An animated diorama show depicts the city's historic military battles at this quaint museum.

9:45 AM - 10:45 AM

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$13

5 - 8 min

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JARDIN DU GOUVERNEUR - Hotel Vieux Quebec

Relaxed rooms, some with park views, in a genteel stone property featuring a cozy dining room.

11:15 AM - 11:45 AM

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$6

5 - 8 min

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Le Musée du Monastère des Augustines

12:15 PM - 1:45 PM

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$13

Day 6

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$25

Saint-Louis Forts and Châteaux National Historic Site

Archaeological remains of 4 forts & châteaux dating from 1620–1694, with guided tours in English.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$13

4 - 6 min

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Quebec City Ferry Terminal

Terminal for a 12-minute ferry ride across the Saint Lawrence River between Québec & Lévis.

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Naval Museum of Quebec

Modest resource for local naval history, with relics & views of the Saint Lawrence River.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$13

Day 7

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$32

Pôle culturel du Monastère des Ursulines

Art & history displays on the Ursuline order of nuns, who have taught girls in Quebec since 1639.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$13

4 - 6 min

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Dufferin Terrace

Built in 1859, this long, popular terrace overlooking the river also offers scenic city views.

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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$6

4 - 5 min

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Funiculaire du Vieux-Québec

Electric funicular cableway opened in 1879 & rising 195 ft. between the upper & lower towns.

10:30 AM - 10:45 AM

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$6

4 - 6 min

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Séminaire De Québec

Founded in 1663, this monastic organization offers guided tours of the historic grounds.

11:15 AM - 12:15 PM

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$6

Day 8

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$13

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$ 3

Baie De Beauport

Riverfront facility for swimming & boating, with day camps, volleyball, live music & a bar.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$6

15 - 18 min

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Moulin des Jésuites de Charlesbourg

Quaint 18th-century French-style flour mill open for tours & surrounded by pretty gardens.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$6

Day 9

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$38

Centre De Ski Le Relais

Local ski resort, also open in the evening, featuring kid-friendly slopes, lessons & a restaurant.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$38

Day 10

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$19

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$ 3

Montmorency Falls

Towering waterfall with scenic views from trails, steps, a suspension bridge & a tram.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

15 - 18 min

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Domaine de Maizerets

Sizable public park with many features, including play equipment, trails, a pool & an arboretum.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$6

Budget breakdown: $249 In total

Activities & Food:$232

Transport:$18