7 Days in Summer

Stroll through Québec City at your own pace. Take time to admire the architectural splendour of this UNESCO treasure and the beautiful landmarks in the Upper Town: Château Frontenac, the Fortifications of Québec National Historic Site, Notre-Dame de Québec Basilica-Cathedral, the Citadelle, and the Plains of Abraham. For lunch, try out one of these fun restaurants in Old Québec.

Head towards Lower Town and Place Royale, where the first permanent settlement in North America stood. Explore the Petit-Champlain District and its charming main street lined with shops selling products by local artisans. Next, turn your attention to the majestic St. Lawrence River as you pass through the Old Port.

Stop for happy hour and enjoy an aperitif on one of the city’s many restaurant patios. Try traditional Québec fare at one of the city’s great restaurants.

Immerse yourself in French Canadian culture and Québec City’s warm and welcoming ambiance. Learn more about the Indigenous culture at Musée de la civilisation by visitingThis is Our Story exhibition. For lunch, try the subtle flavours of the Nordic cuisine.

Afterwards, stop by Grand Marché to see local artisans and sample delicious regional products. Treat yourself to a picnic in one of Québec City’s numerous urban parks.

Head towards Parc de la Chute-Montmorency to view its spectacular natural waterfall that stands 30 metres higher than Niagara Falls. Get your adrenaline pumping on the via ferrata route or by whizzing by the falls on a zip line.

To recover from all the excitement, take the bridge to Île d’Orléans and discover the rich landscape, heritage, and culture of this charming island. Spectacular views of the river and Québec City await, as well as a chance to savour a variety of gourmet products. 

At the end of the day, seek out a microbrewery and try the poutine, a Québec staple. Later, mingle with the locals at one of the can’t-miss events of the summer.

Head to Parc national de la Jacques-Cartier, an other-worldly landscape of wide open wilderness, towering mountains, and lush forests.

Take advantage of the many outdoor activities on offer at Parc national de la Jacques-Cartier. In addition to hiking, you can enjoy water activities such as canoeing, kayaking, mini-rafting, rabaska, paddleboarding, and river tubing in a spectacular natural setting. And if the idea of landing a ten-pounder appeals to you, you can also go trout fishing.

Extend your stay in the park overnight by renting a yurt or small cottage.

At Au Chalet en bois rond, you can rent a pedal boat, canoe, rowboat, paddleboard, or kayak and explore the tranquil lakes. You can also try out the dog scooters and go fishing, mountain biking, or swimming at the beach.

Meet members of the Wendat Nation when you visit the Huron Traditional Site Onhoüa Chetek8e, an authentically recreated Indigenous village. Expand your palate with Indigenous cuisine at the Nek8arre or La Traite restaurant. At dusk, enter the enchanting world of Onhwa' Lumina, an immersive journey through the forest that celebrates the life and values ​​of the great Wendat Nation through the magic of light, sound and video projections.

Spend the night at Hôtel-Musée des Premières Nations, which combines cultural traditions and comfort.

Head out for a day of whale watching with Croisières AML.

To finish off a beautiful week, have a meal at one of the city’s best fine dining restaurants.