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Vieux Quebec (Old Quebec)

Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
As featured in 3 days in Quebec and 1 other guide
Ranked #1 of 99 attractions in Quebec City
5.0 of 5 stars 408 Reviews
Type: Historic Walking Areas, Historic Sites, Neighbourhoods
Fee: No
Traveller Description: Historic part of Quebec City, which was founded in 1608.  The upper part, referred to as 'Upper Town' (Haute-ville) is walled with ramparts and makes... more »
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western NY
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

QC is easy to walk around and although there is no "Hop on, Hop off bus" we were fine - except for the steep stairs behind the Frontenac. Even in the rain, the city is charming and welcoming. You really feel like you're in Europe! Lots of different sections to explore. Don't miss the top of the Loew's hotel with... More

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Wilmington, North Carolina
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

I was born in Quebec and still go visit family a few time a year. No visit is complete without a stroll in the old city. Start in the old port area on the Saint-Laurent and walk your way up to the Chateau Frontenac On the way take the time to visit the artisants and art galeries from place royale... More

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

a lot of monuments to visit, big park,nice gardens a lot of flowers More

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Georgia
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Strolling around Old Quebec is always fun. Historic old houses, cobblestone streets, quaint shops...and a convenient ATM at the corner of rues St-Anne and des Jardins. Also a very helpful tourist information center. More

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Adelaide
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Loved the history, the architecture, the sites, the guided walk, the restaurants and the shopping More

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Montreal, Canada
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Like the feeling of being in Europe. Walking through small cobblestone streets, with pretty boutiques and shops. More

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Brampton, Ontario, Canada
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

I loved the sights and the weather was great... a must see. More

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Roanoke, Virginia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

This is a great part of any trip to Quebec City. Go to cafes and enjoy time just talking or being alive, walk through shops, etc. At least in May, however, be careful about how late you are out. One night around 10 pm, a very sketchy man kept following my family for a couple of blocks until we went... More

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Floyd
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW
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Quebec City is one of the most charming cities in the world and the old sections are just wonderful. You feel as if you've been transported to a small European city. Wander around, get lost, go up, go down, just look around you. It's well worth a special trip. More

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Bernos-Beaulac, France
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

The view on the Saint-Laurent river, day and night, always moves me. More

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