BEST FIREWORKS SHOW EVER!! ========================…read more I booked two rooms at the Quebec City Hilton for the evening on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 and the view of the fireworks from those rooms was perfect. I'll let you know which rooms so you can request them because the view was incredible. My husband and I booked room #2210 and my son had room #2213. I heard the hotel may be renovated soon, but we loved it. Per this article it will closed for most of 2020. https://newsroom.hilton.com/hilton/news/hilton-qubec-to-undergo-complete-renovation-in-2020 Here is the website that details that fireworks happen on multiple days. https://www.quebec-cite.com/en/what-to-do/events/grands-feux-loto-quebec/ Look at my videos to see how amazing the fireworks are.

One of the many free festivals that takes advantage of the perfect Quebec summer weather…read more The mini parade and fireworks show on Wednesday, Aug 17, was a partnership with the Festival Celtique de Quebec. Before the fireworks show, there was a Celtic/Irish dance performance, and a group in kilts parading down the port playing the bagpipes. Lighted fairies took pictures with kids, and a BMX rider did tricks over a volunteer festival-goer. The fireworks show was a full 20 minutes and choreographed to Celtic music, sparkling right above the St. Lawrence River. Overall a fantastic evening. What's not to love?

This was our second visit to Quebec's Winter Carnival but it probably won't be our last. It's such…read morea fun, upbeat festival. There's so much to do, depending on the date and location. Our favorites this time around were the ice sculpting workshop and watching the ice canoe race from the ferry. We were disappointed that the professional ice sculptures were not throughout the city like they were two years ago, now you have to pay to see them. It was so fun seeing them as we explored the city last time.

Loved this! The parade is awesome. Try the beaver tails if you go! The ambiance from the nein…read morelights and the amazing ice sculptures are awesome. If you are in the area this is definitely a must do. Bundle up and use hot hands in gloves and boots!!!

Was cool watching it from the Hilton. Unfortunately their sound system wasn't working. Recommend…read moreseeing it closer if you visit Quebec city. Started at 10PM. Jen's review still holds for 2012.

If you have only one night in Quebec City, let this be where you spend it. It's free and there's…read morenothing like it. The Image Mill is a projection show set against the grain silos of the Quebec Harbor. In 2010 at least, the show tells the story of Quebec City's history through moving images and music; it's captivating and impressive, something I would pay a lot to see, but didn't have to because, like I said, it's free. In 2008, artist Robert Lepage created the show for the city's 400th anniversary. Its popularity prompted the city to extend the series until 2013. It's unclear based on the website whether there are any more shows in 2010, but you'll surely be able to see it during the summers of 2011-13. It starts between 9 and 10 p.m., depending on the month and lasts for about a half hour. People watch the show from the grass near where Rue Rioux meets Quai Stain-Andre.

This amazing Cirque Du Soleil show, this year called Chemin Invisible (The Invisible Path) is held…read moreTuesdays through Saturdays until September 1st and the kicker is that it is free! Another surprise is that the show is held outdoors in Quebec City's Saint-Roch district which is about a 10 minute downhill walk from Vieux Quebec City to Lower Town. The staging has incredibly all been set up under the Dufferin-Montmorency highway overpass. It may be hard to imagine but the venue adds to the mystery and magic of the show. Apparently for the past 4 years Cirque Du Soleil has presented free shows in this spot during the summer months. Each year a different artistic director is called upon to create something innovative and befitting this unique outdoor space. The director this year is Pamela Schneider and I sing her praises. The sets and lighting are all professionally done and there is no apparent scrimping because it's not in a "real" theater. The music is all live and is an integral part of the entire experience. If I could buy the video of this show, I would. When we were there the show started at 9:30pm but as of August 1st it starts at 9:00pm. Get there early if you want a seat. We got there only about 5 minutes before the show started so all the seats were taken but it didn't matter. Standing, we could still see perfectly. The crowd was friendly and attentive and not at all overbearing. There was no pushing, jostling and nothing uncomfortable. In fact, we ended happy to be standing because the music is so cool you kind of want to be up and moving and clapping. When the show was over, it was pleasant to find there was no mad dash to a parking lot. Most people like us seemed to be on foot and seemed to be leaving in a nicely mesmerized post-show state of mind. We followed most of the crowd back up the hilly streets to Vieux Quebec. We stopped in a local restaurant for a drink on the outdoor patio. Imagine our surprise about 40 minutes later when much of the Cirque cast showed up to have drinks. We got to say thank you to this exuberant and talented group of artists. If you're thinking of a trip to QC before September 1st, I'd make sure to go see this. If not, remember it for next summer when who knows what new and exciting show will be planned.

I visited Quebec in July 2013, and pleased to report that Cirque du Soleil free show is still…read morerunning! It seems that this set up is almost like their practice shows, they try new tricks, and new members get to practice their showmanship here. Whatever it is, it is amazing and not to be missed! The show's routine changes year to year. Like Alexandra said, it gets really busy, come in early to snag a good spot. But even if you don't, the venue will somehow still hold lots of audiences. People were also allowed to stand near the stage. Ticking so many boxes, being free, outdoor, awesome vibe, the show completes any trip to Quebec. If I am lucky enough to visit Quebec again, I would definitely definitely go again.

We had a lovely experience visiting Aquarium du Quebec! Checking in was easy. The facility was easy…read moreto navigate. They have a wide variety of species and education on all the exhibits in French and English. The staff were present and friendly. The facilities were well maintained and all the animals looked healthy. We loved seeing the polar bear, foxes, owls, beautiful tanks of fish, and more. They use plenty of seating areas, a cafe, and a gift shop. They have activities and play grounds for the younger kids. This is a great place to add to our itinerary!

This aquarium is still being built and developed, but it is a lovely addition to Quebec City's…read morethings to do. There are several pavilions housing their different animals and sea life with hilly walkways between. If you come during the colder months, be sure to dress warmly!!! You will be outside more than you expect, particularly if you want to take in some of the educational and feeding demonstrations. We arrived just in time to catch the polar bear feeding, which is a must-see. You can watch from the higher level where they toss in the food, or the lower level with an underwater view. The staff member who came out to announce the feeding and provide some information did so entirely in French, so bring your French-speaking friend or use your phone translator. Their fish pavilion was lovely. It's small if you're used to a major aquarium, like Monterey, Cali. or SeaWorld. But it is well-done and the lighting in the aquariums really made the sea life look beautiful. I like how they marked each aquarium with the species' threat levels. It was educational for our kids to learn about how biodiversity is threatened. There is an area where you can pet sea rays as well as feed them for a fee. These rays are VERY eager to be fed, so I would not recommend doing the feeding unless you are 100% unafraid of them. Mind you it's perfectly safe, they're just a tad aggressive and might frighten younger guests. There was also foxes, owls, seals, and more. We came at the end of November, which I'm guessing is not their peak season, so there was not a lot of people there and most of the food offerings were closed. There are lots of nice outdoor areas, and I bet this place really sings in the summer when all the plants and trees come back to life. You can see everything they have in probably 2 hours maximum. They have a nice gift shop where any members of your party who have a soft spot for adorable stuffed animals will absolutely lose their minds. Check it out!

Visited the Plaines d'Abraham on a cold February afternoon and it truly felt like stepping into a…read morewinter postcard. The park was peaceful and quiet, with a few brave souls out cross‑country skiing and practicing their downhill skills--such a classic Québec winter scene. We took the stairs down toward the river, and the view from the top was absolutely worth it. The St. Lawrence River looks stunning framed by all that snow and open sky. For anyone interested in the historical side of the Plains, it's probably best to return once the snow has melted so you can explore the grounds more fully. But for a serene winter walk and beautiful scenery, this place is magical.

it might be a hidden gem for you- one of the most scenic panoramic views of the region and notable…read morelandmarks, such as the Château Frontenac, Dufferin Terrace, and St. Lawrence River. There are two ways to get to Pierre-Dugua-De Mons Terrace. The first is to walk across Dufferin Terrace to the end of the wooden slide runs. The second is to walk up from Avenue Saint-Denis. Any photo you take at the terrace, no matter the season or the time of day, would be as pretty as a postcard. Go for a stroll along the walls of the Citadel located next to the terrace. The view here encompasses many of Quebec's famous sites: On the left, there is the eminent Chateau Frontenac, a luxury hotel built to attract visitors from around the world; in the center, there is the historic Quebec old town, a UNESCO world heritage site; and on the right is the St Lawrence river, dominating the landscape and dotted with the occasional cruise ship to bring people from far-flung lands into the city.

For our sales conference activity this afternoon, we went to Lévis. We were given a tour of Maison…read moreAlphonse Desjardins. We were split up onto two groups, English and French. Back in 1900, Alphonse and Dorimène Desjardins founded the Caisses Populaires Desjardins (today Desjardins Group), a forerunner of North American credit unions and community bank. They started the Caisse in their house, which is now a museum. The upstairs where the bedrooms were is now used as office and conference room space (so we couldn't go up there). As you leave, you are welcome to take a souvenir. Notre-Dame-de-Lévis is kitty corner to the museum. Built in 1850, it was extended in 1854 and became the second largest church of its time in America. More than 110 years later, the Desjardins Group, with about 40,000 employees across Canada, is the largest association of credit unions in North America. I bet Alphonse and Dorimène would be proud!