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Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral
4.5
#8 of 265 things to do in Quebec City
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This famous 17th-century cathedral has been restored several times but still provides visitors with an ambiance of centuries past.
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  • Tom M
    Los Angeles, California37 contributions
    Beuatiful!
    Came here in early November, not exactly the height of tourist season. It allowed me to spend some quiet times in this beautiful church without being disturbed by tours. However, I would definitely recommend it any time of the year!
    Visited November 2022
    Written 10 December 2022
  • Julie S
    Princeton, New Jersey40 contributions
    Gorgeous Cathedral
    Such a gorgeous cathedral! It feels so light and airy with the ceiling of blue sky and white clouds. The alter in the front shines with the gold. The architecture and art are beautiful. Absolutely worth stopping in. It was a very calming environment.
    Visited February 2023
    Written 16 February 2023
  • Sebastian_FLBillmar
    155 contributions
    Don't miss it!
    Like others have said, this cathedral is as beautiful, or even more beautiful, than many found in Europe. It is truly amazing and something not to miss! There was construction outside of the church, so be aware, but once inside, it will take your breath away!
    Visited June 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 15 June 2023
  • GlobetrottingSwede
    Paris, France3,233 contributions
    Ornate church
    This is an ornate church similar to what you would find in Europe. Trivia: one of the towers is lower because the hill on which it is built couldn’t support the weight of the higher tower… Good location within the heart of the old city. OK for a short visit on a walking tour, but nothing spectacular.
    Visited September 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 21 September 2023
  • MikeyD
    7 contributions
    Beautiful Church
    We want to Sunday Mass (in French) and found the church to be absolutely beautiful. I cannot imagine how this church was built as it looks today. There is a small museum at the rear of church which was interesting. We touched the "Holy Door" and took a picture (they will explain this to you while they're in the small shop and it is a "Big Deal". It is worthwhile to spend the time visiting this church, no matter your own religion.
    Visited September 2023
    Written 27 September 2023
  • eVe 🇸🇬🇸🇬🇸🇬
    Singapore, Singapore683 contributions
    The Holy Door
    The interior of the Notre-Dame De Québec Basilica is stunning. It was first full day in Québec City and we were doing an orientation tour of Old Québec. After checking out the icon Château Frontenac, we went into the Cathedral and it was so beautiful - the architecture, the stained glass windows. We unexpectedly stumbled upon The Holy Door and I was thankful with the grace. Not to miss!!
    Visited September 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 30 September 2023
  • Foodange
    Manchester, United Kingdom2,777 contributions
    Peaceful and Ornate Cathedral
    Works going on all around but fortunately still open. Building itself less impressive from the outside than expected but the inside made up for it. Very peaceful, really ornate too. Lit a couple of candle for the recently departed.
    Visited August 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 10 October 2023
  • Dimitris L
    Sydney, Australia44,462 contributions
    Magnificent
    Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral is a Heritage listed site. It is considered to be the oldest church in Canada. The site dates to the 1600s! It is a beautiful building and the interior of the church is magnificent. We were only able to spend a short time here but it is certainly worth a good visit.
    Visited August 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 17 October 2023
  • TERRAvelista
    London, United Kingdom17,535 contributions
    Beautiful .... and free to access
    Gorgeous cathedral and free to access (unlike Notre Dame in Montreal where there is an entry fee of 18 CAD) with the lines you normally find in more northern European cathedrals as opposed of the Portuguese or some Spanish cathedrals for example. I liked it's simplicity with only some golden adornments around the altar area besides the usual stained glass typically found here. Quiet, despite being located in the busy part of the old Quebec town and just beautiful.
    Visited September 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 29 October 2023
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TERRAvelista
London, UK17,535 contributions
Beautiful .... and free to access
Sep 2023 • Family
Gorgeous cathedral and free to access (unlike Notre Dame in Montreal where there is an entry fee of 18 CAD) with the lines you normally find in more northern European cathedrals as opposed of the Portuguese or some Spanish cathedrals for example.

I liked it's simplicity with only some golden adornments around the altar area besides the usual stained glass typically found here.

Quiet, despite being located in the busy part of the old Quebec town and just beautiful.
Written 29 October 2023
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KK78
Bay Shore, NY677 contributions
Breathtaking!
Sep 2023 • Friends
The oldest church in Canada, built over 350 years ago! It's breathtaking! It also houses one of only 8 holy doors in the world. So much history and beauty, a must see!
Written 24 October 2023
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Dimitris L
Sydney, Australia44,462 contributions
Magnificent
Aug 2023 • Couples
Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral is a Heritage listed site. It is considered to be the oldest church in Canada. The site dates to the 1600s! It is a beautiful building and the interior of the church is magnificent. We were only able to spend a short time here but it is certainly worth a good visit.
Written 17 October 2023
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Foodange
Manchester, UK2,777 contributions
Peaceful and Ornate Cathedral
Aug 2023 • Couples
Works going on all around but fortunately still open.
Building itself less impressive from the outside than expected but the inside made up for it.
Very peaceful, really ornate too.
Lit a couple of candle for the recently departed.
Written 10 October 2023
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roaming_kiwi58
Christchurch, New Zealand2,826 contributions
Well worth a visit
Aug 2023 • Couples
Lovely architecture. We always enjoy time looking at churches/cathedrals when travelling in foreign places. Definitely a place to visit when in the old town of Quebec.
Written 5 October 2023
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tammyBaltimore_Md
Baltimore, MD2,294 contributions
Beautiful church from 1600's
Oct 2023 • Solo
In the center of town, can't miss it from high steeples, gorgeous inside & huge, little museum near the main altar plus a little shop as well. Definitely worth looking inside.
Written 3 October 2023
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OleMissTexas
Lewisville, TX106 contributions
Must see in Quebec
Oct 2023 • Friends
Our tour guide brought us to the cathedral as took us inside. It was beyond belief on the details inside. 5200 tubes in the organ was unbelievable. This is a must see location in Quebec!
Written 2 October 2023
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pramod J
Toronto, Canada169 contributions
Amazing and huge church...
Aug 2023 • Friends
Amazing and huge church... initially, we were not interested but rain god had different plans for us... we took the tickets and went into the church and it was totally worth...!
Written 2 October 2023
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eVe 🇸🇬🇸🇬🇸🇬
Singapore, Singapore683 contributions
The Holy Door
Sep 2023 • Couples
The interior of the Notre-Dame De Québec Basilica is stunning. It was first full day in Québec City and we were doing an orientation tour of Old Québec. After checking out the icon Château Frontenac, we went into the Cathedral and it was so beautiful - the architecture, the stained glass windows. We unexpectedly stumbled upon The Holy Door and I was thankful with the grace.

Not to miss!!
Written 30 September 2023
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MikeyD
7 contributions
Beautiful Church
Sep 2023
We want to Sunday Mass (in French) and found the church to be absolutely beautiful. I cannot imagine how this church was built as it looks today. There is a small museum at the rear of church which was interesting. We touched the "Holy Door" and took a picture (they will explain this to you while they're in the small shop and it is a "Big Deal". It is worthwhile to spend the time visiting this church, no matter your own religion.
Written 27 September 2023
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