Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Presumably one of the most visited tourist sites in Quebec City is the Notre Dame, which is a restored seventeenth century Basilica cathedral. Destroyed by fire twice since its construction, the church is now a tourist destination and fully-functioning religious house. Visitors may walk around the cathedral on their own to admire the architecture and history, or they may choose to see the cathedral and crypt, which features bishops, cardinals and archbishops of the province on a guided tour from spring through fall each year.
Basilique Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Quebec
16 Rue de Buade
Quebec, Quebec
G1R4A1
418-692-2533
patrimoine-religieux.com
If travelers are interested in visiting a historical plaza that native Quebec residents consider the origin of French America, the Place Royale is a must see. The plaza not only features shopping areas, but is also next door to the Centre d'Interpretation de Place-Royale which is a small museum that presents a short multimedia show and houses artifacts from the city's history.
Place Royale and Centre d'Interpretation de Place-Royale
27 Rue Notre Dame
Quebec, Quebec
418-646-3167
mcq.org
The official name, La Citadelle de Quebec is a historical site that began construction in 1820, and took 30 years to complete. Its location on Cap Diamant, a high cliff, made it a strategic place to build the fort. The Citadelle is home to the Royal 22e Regiment, a military branch within the Canadian Forces. Since it is still being used as an active military station, hour-long guided tours are provided to tourists to learn about the history of the fort and see military life up close. Throughout the summer, the ceremony of retreat is displayed each evening for all to see.
Musee Royal 22e Regiment
La Citadelle
Cote de la Citadelle
Quebec, Quebec
G1R4V7
418-694-2815
lacitadelle.qc.ca