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.

This is very beautiful falls, and natural feature. Parking was easy and plentiful. There was a…read moreboardwalk to view the falls from above to experience how large they are. There are a variety of ways to expereince the falls, cable car ( was not operational) , suspension bridge, zip line ( not operational) and 400 plus stairs. There are several lookout platforms to take in the e views of the falls and Quebec City. A quick 15 minute drive outside of Quebec City , Montmorency Falls should definitely be on your list of spots to visit in Quebec!

A must visit if you are a tourist or a local. My family and I visited and had a lot of fun walking…read morearound the parc and taking the gondola ride down. Line for gondola tickets went by fast. But I recommend m taking the gondola back to the top bc those stairs were a killer!

The park contains a renovated complex of fortifications that the French originally began building…read morein 1712. Construction was paused when a treaty was signed with the British the following year. Subsequently, the defenses were replaced by more formidable fortifications at the top of the cliffs and the buildings were converted to barracks 30 years later. The current site includes the foundry and arsenal that produced artillery shells and other ammunition for the French, the British, and through World war fought by the Canadians. The current building provides a history of the site. The first floor has a recreation of the crowded French enlisted men's quarters in which they cooked and ate their meals in the same room as they slept. The second floor, meanwhile, is reconstructed as the British officers' quarters with a comfortable lounge with comfortable chairs and mahogany gaming tables, a large, formal dining room, and a hearth manned by a cook who officers hired to prepare their meals. The third floor houses the officer's sleeping quarters and the apartment of the superintendent of the foundry. It is furnished with early 20th-century furniture and furnishings.

A visit to Artillery Park attractions includes the Arsenal, the Dauphine Redoubt, and the Officer's…read moreQuarters and can be accomplished along with a Parks Canada guide or managed on your own, with no guide. The cost for both is minimal, only slightly more for a guided tour, so I sprung for the guided tour which consisted, in total, of the guide and my party of two. The Arsenal is fully self-guided. The Officer's Quarters too, after an introduction from a guide prior to entering. The Redoubt (where soldiers slept/ate/lived) is the only place where a guide actually walks you through and tells you what life was like here at the time the Redoubt was operational. Guides here dress in period costume (a "thing" in these parts) and a few are surprising guest stars on your guided tour. That is, they interact with you as if they are a character from that time and place. It's both inspired and amusing. On the day of my visit though, staff had been shuffled to another event so only one costumed actor popped up but my silly enjoyment of that character made me believe that I'd have liked the tour even more with the full complement of actors present. Touring the grounds and Redoubt with a guide is worth doing. Without it, I'd have had little idea what I was seeing and in this location, a Unesco Heritage site, it seems worth the small investment.

It seems fitting that in this beautiful Quebec City park that a couple of musicians, equipped with…read morea guitar and an accordion, play away amongst the attentive passers-by and park-goers. Québecois Félix Leclerc: Guitarist, singer, revitalizer of the chanson (Quebec folk song), and passionate nationalist is remembered through this little oasis in the heart of Old Quebec City. The park seems, perhaps not coincidentally, like a small concert venue. There are two raised areas -- one in front of a few large stone steps right off of Rue du Petit Champlain, the second inside the park -- which both make the perfect stage for a small group of musicians. Not only does the significant tree cover and steep cliffs in the background make for a visually stunning park, it also makes for a great echo that allows the sound of buskers to reverberate around the surrounding area. It's also surprisingly tranquil (being that it's right off of Rue du Petit Champlain). There are plenty of benches, bench-swings, and Adirondack chairs to sit back, relax, and enjoy the space. It's well kept with flowers and plants that -- at the time of my visit in June -- were in their lushest, most beautiful state. A unique feature of this Old Quebec Heritage Site is Le souffle de l'Île (The Breath of the Island"), an aluminum sculpture, found at the back of the park, perched on part of the cliff. Part of the inscription is from LeClerc: FRAGILE ET DURABLE COMME UN PARFUM MA CHANSON D'AMOUR POUR LES TEMPS À VENIR S'APPELLERA VAGUE DE LA MER, MOISSON, MUSIQUE, BLEU DE NUIT. FRAGILE AND SUSTAINABLE AS A FRAGRANCE MY SONG OF LOVE FOR THE TIMES TO COME WAVE OF THE SEA, HARVEST, MUSIC, BLUE NIGHT. What a perfect park in a perfect city!

It's a small park as you walk down through Rue du Petit Champlain. A couple of swings and benches…read moreto relax if you're looking for a break from walking (and, of course, if they're available). Take some pictures and enjoy the weather (if it's good).

just 10 miles outside the city, along the St. Lawrence River, Montmorency Falls Park attracts…read morenature lovers and sightseers alike with its 272-foot waterfall. At 83m high, a full 30m taller than Niagara Falls, the Montmorency Falls are as spectacular a sight in the summer as in the winter. This is one destination you will not want to miss, as it is where the St. Lawrence River stretches out not far from the base of the cliffs. It is a splendid introduction to the scenery of Quebec." Though the falls were well-known to the indigenous people who lived there, Samuel de Champlain, a French colonist and the founder of Quebec City, formally named them after the Duke of Montmorency, his patron. Montmorency Falls has a little something for everyone--walking tours, thrill-seeking activities, cable cars, and a healthy dose of local history Fact: Montmorency Falls is one-and-a-half times taller than Niagara Falls. At the top is the Manoir Montmorency which was originally the country house of Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, also Queen Victoria's father. The old house built in 1780 was destroyed by a tragic fire accident in 1993. The one you see today is a reconstruction that maintains the architecture of the original building and has a few features of its own. There are multiple ways to explore Montmorency Falls, Quebec City: take the cable car to the top and walk back down, take the cable car up and down, walk the 480+ stairs up to the cliffside to the top of the waterfalls, or park at the top and walk around a little before returning to your car. 1- Cable car 2- stairs - (app 500 steps) But they warn that the stairs can be tough to navigate during the winter and that sometimes the stairs are closed due to ice. There are a variety of activities at the park, including hiking trails, playgrounds, bike paths, and a double zip line (well I don't have the courage to cross on fall through zipline- it's 1000 feet) Parking: Ample parking sports which can be filled quickly on a summer day, especially on weekends Restrooms, gift shops, cafes facing falls- it's all there. What I did not like - I was fine with an entry fee, but the cable car cost an extra $16/PP [unlimited ride though], so the whole experience cost me CAD 65 for 2 people. it's not that worth I suppose.

If you go to Montmorency waterfall you can also take a tram up and down to see another angle of…read morehuge and beautiful waterfall. The day my friends and I went, it wasn't crowded at all. We took round trip because we parked the car on the top of mountain. At the ground level, station has cafeteria, restroom, souvenir store and zip lines if you want more adventure!

So. Many. Stairs. It is a 450 foot elevation gain...all on stairs...over a pretty short…read morestretch. But, the views are nice and the stairs aren't terribly steep, are very well maintained, and there are a lot of spots to rest and enjoy the view along the way. The start of the stairs is at the end of the boardwalk near the toboggan chutes. For the return trip we opted for the more gentle descent via the upper part of the city along the old wall rather than go back down all the stairs.

Named after the Governor General of Canada from 1872 to 1878, Lord Dufferin. Make sure to walk the…read more'Promenade des Gouverneur's' when you visit Quebec. I like to plan my trip and prepare where to start and which spots will come as my day progresses. I had 2 options to visit the Plains of Abraham 1) from Saint Louis st, and 2) From Governors' Promenade- I chose this At 655m long with 308 steps it makes for one of the most memorable walks you will take when you visit Quebec. The 'promenade' takes you from Terrasse Dufferin. It connects the boardwalk in front of the Chateau Frontenac to the southernmost point of the Citadel to the Plains of Abraham. It hangs off Cap-Diamant. The Dufferin Terrace is close to the famous Chateau Frontenac hotel, the Funicular, and the Breakneck Stairs that connect Upper Town to Lower Town. The elevated promenade stretches along the Citadel with the fortification wall on one side, and a gorgeous view of the St. Lawrence River on the opposite side. You can start at either end of the boardwalk. This is a great free activity where you can get some exercise, enjoy the scenery, and make your way from one destination to another. Walking the Governors' Promenade usually ensures that you climb a whole bunch of uphill staircases and steps - at least over 300 (You can do vice versa as well) start from the Plains of Abraham and come to the boardwalk but normally you start the day from the famous spot so it's highly unlikely you will climb down Governors' Promenade is- where the Citadel meets the Plains of Abraham park along the cliff edge. The Battle of Abraham was fought here many years ago; now, the area is a sprawling park with many picnic tables and trees. The Plains of Abraham is a great place to relax or have a picnic in the sunshine. Moreover, from this vantage point, you will take hundreds of pictures. It makes for breathtaking views of the St-Lawrence River, the Ile d"Orleans, and the city.

This park is across from the pretty, cafe-lined Rue St. Anne in Upper Quebec. Two arts venues ran…read moreoff of it. Rue de Tresor, on which the Old Law Courts building (formerly a monastery) is located, has streets lined with art produced and being sold by local artists. Surrounded by tourist attractions and historic architecture, this tree-filled park and public square is said to be the hub of Old Québec. Given its strategic location next to the Tourist Information Centre, Château Frontenac, and Dufferin Terrace. In the middle of the park is a Gothic fountain on which stands the Faith Monument (monument de la Foi) commemorating the three-hundredth anniversary of the arrival of the Recollet Fathers in Québec. It is the departure point for many guided tours of the city, as well as the boarding point for various motorcoach excursions.

Splendid place d'Armes in Quebec is a great spot to use as an embarkation point. No signs, nothing…read moreintrusive. Just a sloped green with eateries! Review: 5

The promenade Samuel-De Champlain is a large green space that extends along the St. Lawrence River…read more A gift from the provincial government to Québec City for its 400th anniversary in 2008, 1,500 trees were planted in the newly landscaped park. It restored access to the mighty waterway for Québec City residents. Great place to bike / rollerblade / walk / along the scenic 1.5 mile shoreline path while enjoying the modern artwork. But it's cold & windy in the Winter!