What to do in Old Quebec City - Old Quebec Travel Guide

Founded in 1608, Quebec City has done a phenomenal job preserving the historic buildings in the Old Town, which are situated within the fortified walls. Old Town Quebec has so much to see and do, and in this video, we provide a travel guide to show you what to do and see in Old Quebec City. We check out Place Royale, Umbrella Alley, Quartier Petit Champlain, the Breakneck Steps, ride the Funicular and so much more!
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[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Check out our video on the Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac: kzbin.info/www/bejne/raTXmHecmJimmtE

[@merrillundgren1790]

We just returned from Quebec and even saw the street our AirBNB was on as you were walking off of Rue StJean. What a glorious city! We were there for 4 days as well! ❤️🇨🇦

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

We absolutely love Quebec City! Your Airbnb was in a great spot to explore everything the city has to offer. Thanks for watching :)

[@SandyB4975]

@@TakeTimeToTravel is four days about right for a stay?

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Yea 4 days would be perfect! It would be enough time to check out the different neighbourhoods and Île d'Orléans.

[@Kimkim22647]

Recently, I've watched several videos on visiting Quebec City. Yours rank at the top of my list. Thanks for such an engaging video. The food shots were awesome!

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

We absolutely loved Quebec City! We were so fortunate to get a great deal on the President Roosevelt Suite at the Chateau Frontenac, which really was a highlight of our trip. There are so many amazing restaurants to choose from, and the food was absolutely delicious. Thank you for watching and for your kind words :)

[@tjg8188]

Quebec City looks like a step back in time! After watching your video on the Chateau Frontenac and now the Old Town, I definitely will have to go there. Thank you for sharing!

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Thanks for watching! We're glad that we could help you find an amazing place to travel to :)

[@TylerSinden]

That one mannequin leaning on its head was funny. But Old Quebec City really looks beautiful! The architecture there is breathtaking.

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

That mannequin really makes you do a double take, when you first see it lol. It's so fantastic how they've managed to save so many old buildings in Quebec City. Unfortunately, it seems that in North America, we usually knock down any building that seems old. We hope to go back again soon!

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

The dinner looks amazing and quite the experience! Great shots of the dishes!

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Hey Tim, that Chef's tasting menu was fabulous and all locally sourced and organic! Thanks for your kind comments :)

[@clearlynotwoke4929]

Stunning, planning a trip in 2023.

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Thank you so much for watching, we really appreciate it! Quebec City is absolutely beautiful, and we're sure you'll have a wonderful time. There's so much to see and do, and of course, the food is amazing. We hope you have a great trip there next year :)

[@trainsupporter9088]

Another "home run!" I've been to Quebec City - once in the summer and once in the winter when I took the train up there. We had a major snowstorm that day in QC and it was beautiful!

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Thanks so much for your continued support, we really appreciate it. I think Quebec City would be beautiful at any time, but I'm sure the snow would really make it look amazing.

[@coreeceedwards5811]

Am currently in Quebec City on vacation, thanks for sharing. All your suggestion was amazing. 😊

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

We absolutely love Quebec City and can't wait to get back there! So glad to hear that you're enjoying it :)

[@CanadianLife2020]

What an amazing city, I can't wait to go there and spend some time there in the summer and in the winter. Like always a GREAT video. Thank you both for this great view of the city. I love the architecture, reminds me of home.

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

It definitely feels very European, without the time and the cost to travel to Europe. We loved the city, and can't wait to get back there. Thanks for watching :)

[@pammadill5410]

You have done a great job on old Quebec you tube viewing. Absolutely loved the architecture . The maniken displays were very unique. Food was described perfectly..my mouth still watering! Another great review. Would love to go back there one day. Thanks guys😊

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Thanks so much! We love all the architecture in Quebec City too, it really does look beautiful, and the food was amazing as well! Thanks for watching! :)

[@user-vl7un2zq6y]

I went to Quebec City during the first week of December and got to stay at the Chateau Le Frontenac for a couple of days. My tour was there to go to the Christmas markets. The hotel was awesome and beautifully decorated for the holidays. I would like to go back when the weather is a little warmer and investigate the old city some more. Thanks for sharing!

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

That sounds like a beautiful time to visit Quebec City just before Christmas! We loved our stay at Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac and especially enjoyed being there in the summer time. If you haven't watched it yet, here's a link to our video when we got an upgrade to the President Roosevelt suite during our stay. Thanks for watching :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/raTXmHecmJimmtE

[@user-vl7un2zq6y]

It was quite beautiful. There was snow on the ground which made you feel in a holiday mood. We went to an interesting restaurant called Sagimente which was run by First Nations people. They specialized in dishes using wild game. The food was quite good.

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Quebec City does look incredibly picturesque with snow on the ground! Next time we're there we'll have to give Sagimente a try. Thanks for the recommendation!

[@calvinquesnel198]

I stayed at the Auberge du Trésor... it was fantastic and the people were extremely nice.

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

It looks like a beautiful and quaint hotel! We really enjoyed staying at the Chateau Frontenac, and we were lucky to get a fantastic upgrade to the Roosevelt Suite. Quebec City is such an amazing place, and we can't wait to go back. Thanks for watching :)

[@ernest7420]

Beautiful, soo many dining places to choose from.

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

It was really hard to choose which place to eat at. Such a pleasure to have so many choices, now that things are open again. Thanks for watching :)

[@doovinapoonyth3977]

Great!

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Thank you for watching!

[@miike261]

Great video! The buildings in Old Quebec look amazing!

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

It was so nice to see all the old building in such great shape, like a walk back in time :)

[@marc3dartist601]

@@TakeTimeToTravel It's the oldest city in North America.

[@margaritadiaz5201]

I was in Quebec few years ago but missed all those pretty streets. Thank you for making this video sooo enjoyable. Planing on going the next few days but not sure what and where we are doing. We’d like to go to Gaspè. I need a month to enjoy the Province ❤️❤️❤️👏

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Glad you enjoyed it! Have fun on your trip :)

[@TravelingisFREEDOM]

This seems to be a very interesting place, I hope I can visit sometime in the future. Seeing and sharing places like this is why I love traveling and make videos so much! And please keep up the great job! Subscribed!!

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Quebec City is such a wonderful city, I'm sure that you would love it! We love to travel and make videos of the great places that we've been to, as well as the delicious food that we've eaten. We've checked out your channel and subscribed also. Keep making those great videos :)

[@fares-please]

Great review of Quebec City guys! Some of the food you had looked amazing, especially that tasting menu. We have been to Quebec a few years ago, we will have to look at visiting again sometime! 😃

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

We really loved Quebec City! The Chef's Tasting Menu was such a treat, and all the food was locally sourced and organic. We can't wait to go back again!

[@sergelemay1369]

good video, gents.

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Thank you for watching Serge, we really appreciate it :)

[@doovinapoonyth3977]

Thank you was amazing!

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

We're glad you enjoyed it! Cheers :)

[@doovinapoonyth3977]

Cheers..hoping to come 👌 wow so beautiful..mesmerising

[@kellydyson3310]

Thumbs up! Great video guys.

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Hi Kelly, we had a great time in Quebec City! Thanks for watching :)

[@elaineholloway1891]

Very great travel guide.thanks.

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for watching :)

[@willemjanvv]

Great content guys!

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Thanks! We really had a great time there :)

[@drouinjohnny9036]

Glad you both enjoy my neighborhood.....I went to eat at Origyne.....wow very good but noisy.....the next time i try the terrasse....and the brunch at the lapin sauté....xoxo

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

We love, love, love Quebec City! We love eating on the terrasse , it makes the meal so much more enjoyable. You really live in a beautiful neighbourhood :)

[@beverleydoolittle824]

Thanks for sharing.

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Thank you for watching, we really do appreciate it :)

[@TRINI123A]

nice video. very informative. merci!

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Thank you for watching, we really appreciate it :)

[@bryceschannel2082]

Once I saw your breakfast I could not wait for lunch and dinner 😋 Also a suggestion at the end of your video put your other videos at the end

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

All the food in Quebec City was very tasty! :) We did put the Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac Hotel video at the end screen, is it not showing up for you?

[@himanshreekhanna733]

Name of the breakfast place???

[@marcchomel7476]

very nice going on a rally there

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

We love Quebec City! It such a beautiful place, and of course the food is amazing. Thanks for watching :)

[@Thor_the_power_head7210]

I live very close to the city and i go there a lot, theres a bunch of tourists there too!

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Wow, you're lucky to live so close to such a beautiful city! Thanks for watching :)

[@evannayeo5937]

My family went to Montreal last year for three nights and is planning to go back this spring. I am thinking of staying in Quebec City for three nights and Montreal for 3 nights. With the first night being a write off since we will arrived after dark. Just checking it to see if 3 nights would be enough for Quebec City vs 4 nights. I am hoping to go back to Montreal in the future while we head to Ottawa and a road trip to Montreal anyway. Thanks in advance!

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Hello Evanna! If you are just mainly interested in seeing the Old Town, then two full days should be enough. Hopefully the weather will be nice when you're there, so that you can get out and explore. If you wanted to check out Île d'Orléans, or Montmorency Falls, then you might want an extra day there. Thanks for watching, we really appreciate it :)

[@SandyB4975]

What area is best to stay in any suggestions? Thank you for the video.😊

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

We'd say that the best area in Quebec City to stay would be in Old Quebec City (its not that big of an area). The best hotel would definitely be the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac Hotel. Its absolutely beautiful and its very centrally located, although it can be quite expensive. Thanks for watching!

[@dr.baotran8448]

Hi there, thank you for your video. I love Quebec Old City- its a charming place. Did you make reservation for dinner?

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Thanks so much, Old Quebec City is beautiful! We had the hotel make a reservation for us. The only reservation we could get was 9PM (but that actually worked out nicely for us). I think during normal times you would probably need a reservation to get in.

[@dr.baotran8448]

@@TakeTimeToTravel thank you for your response. Very beautiful video you guys captured, indeed Quebec is a beautiful and fun city to visit. I visited in 2019, would love to return. Take care.

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

@@dr.baotran8448 We would love to return for a visit also :)

[@eatingeggsallthetimeeating6071]

4:45 I laughed so hard, lapin sauté means the rabbit jumps, not sauteed! Hahahaha

[@ericdiazchiosa9368]

It means both, jumped and past tense of sauter

[@hdufort]

Québec is one of the few cities in North America where gastronomy is accessible to the average person. Of course there is everything from fast food to pizza to breakfast restaurants. But you can find many good bistro or gastronomy restaurants offering menus at reasonable prices (and not 200$+ per person, as I've seen elsewhere...)

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

The food was amazing in Quebec City! I think we gained 5 pounds each in just the 5 days that we were there lol. Bistro L'Orygine was organic and local, and we absolutely loved it. I guess we'll have to go back again to try some more great restaurants. Thank you for watching :)

[@Nathanemma1]

Where do you park your car? Very informative video!

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Thanks for watching! We travelled by train, so not sure where there is parking. Cheers :)

[@majormegapix]

Thanks; a great video. We are planning a trip this fall (2022). Would mid-October be a good time in your opinion?

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Thanks for watching, we really appreciate it! I wouldn't think it would be as busy with tourists in October, but I'm sure it will be beautiful. It could get quite cool, especially in the evenings, so bring some warmer clothes and jackets. We hope you have a great trip :)

[@majormegapix]

@@TakeTimeToTravel Thanks for your answer. We were hoping for less busy and similar to here in Boston, warm days and cool nights.

[@SGilles919]

I am going to Quebec City in June and I'm really looking forward to it. I had already planned to visit many of the sites you mentioned in the video, but now I have added the sugar shack to my list. Quick question: is knowing French essential when visiting Quebec? I took high school French and know some basics, (I've been learning some phrases I might need to say) but honestly, if someone started talking to me in French, I probably wouldn't be able to understand them. If that happens, I'm ready to say, "Je ne comprends pas...parlez-vous anglais?"

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Hi Sara! Our French is not the best, but we always try to speak in French whenever we're in Quebec. The people seem to appreciate that you are trying, and quite often quickly switch to English. We've never had a problem while spending time there, and I'm sure you won't either. Of course a smile always helps too lol. We hope you have a wonderful time in Quebec City :)

[@robertallard759]

Bonjour à toi! I've always lived in Québec and I can certainly tell you that most people here who can speak english will appreciate your efforts to speak french and try to help you in your language, if you do so... Try not to smile too much at the accent, though... Lol...

[@eusevolod3]

Nice video! What is the name for the last fine dining restaurant?

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Thank you for watching! The last restaurant was Bistro L'Orygine. Make sure to get a reservation well in advance, as it fills up quickly. Cheers :)

[@krisd2589]

Do you know if they have these cute little villages in Montreal ?

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Old Montreal is also very pretty, there are lots of historic buildings and walking streets with shops, restaurants and patios. It's quite lovely.

[@bushtik2000]

Is QC still a nice city to go in Sept? I hope their stores are not seasonal.

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

I'm sure it would be still a beautiful place to visit in September. I don't believe that things would be closed then. Quebec City is definitely worth a visit. Thanks for watching :)

[@kyledeanvandervyver9177]

Hi guys. Was hoping I could get in touch about some tips for visiting Quebec. Let me know if how best to get hold of you, thanks.

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Hi Kyle, thank you for watching, we really appreciate it! Our email address is in the "About" section of our channel, and you can contact us there. Cheers :)

[@kyledeanvandervyver9177]

@@TakeTimeToTravel hey guys. I had a look in the about, but can’t seem Tom find. So sorry!

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

@@kyledeanvandervyver9177 If you scroll down in the "About" section to Details, it says "For business enquiries" and then click on "view email address".

[@beebro1405]

How difficult would it be for an only English speaking family to get around old Quebec??

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

I think if you stay right in Quebec City, they are quite tourist friendly and it shouldn't be a problem. To be honest, we've never had a problem with our limited French, but we always make sure to at least greet people in French, and to be aware that we are the visitors in their city and not expect them to speak English (although for the most part they do). We have found that if you are polite and friendly, they will be too. I'm sure you will have a wonderful time :)

[@toiletdoritogatoradegaming9719]

Leave.

[@AlainPare]

IT'S not qwebec Its Québec (Kébek)

[@TakeTimeToTravel]

Thanks for watching.