Top Things to do in Quebec
Top Hotels in Quebec
- 1. Hotel Manoir Victoria
- 2. Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
- 3. Monsieur Jean - l'hote particulier
- 4. Hotel du Vieux-Quebec
- 5. Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile
- 6. Hotel des Coutellier
- 7. Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac
- 8. Hotel Le Dauphin Montreal Centre-Ville
- 9. Auberge Saint Antoine
- 10. Le Manoir d'Auteuil
The 10 Best Nature & Parks in Quebec, Quebec
Discover the best top things to do in Quebec, Quebec including Anticosti Island, Parc national de l'Ile-Bonaventure-et-du-Rocher-Perce, Ile aux Lievres, Route du Fleuve, Mount Royal Park, Zoo de Granby, Gatineau Park, Tremblant, Jacques Cartier Park, Montreal Botanical Garden.
Restaurants in Quebec
1. Anticosti Island
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By V5193EPjoannem
This Island is a World Heritage Site with amazing scenery, fossils, waterfalls, beaches and lots of hiking trails. The White Tailed Deer are adorable and Foxes are gentle and curious. I took the ferry from Sept Iles and my own van. I'd recommend renting a truck as it will take me forever to get the gravel powder off every square inch! The B&B's are spotless and reasonably priced. One note, the hunting season begins Sept. 1st and hiking the forests is highly dangerous. A Gem of an Island....great fishing and I read Antcosti boasts the most famous salmon river in the WORLD!
2. Parc national de l'Ile-Bonaventure-et-du-Rocher-Perce
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 851 reviews
Parc national de l'Ile-Bonaventure-et-du-Rocher-Perce stands out with its rich natural, historic, and geological heritage. Sculpted by time and the sea, at the Gaspe Peninsula's tip, it has the fortress of Bonaventure Island and the magnificent stone vessel of Perce Rock-Quebec's tourism emblem. Its outstanding flora and fauna, including its famous colony of Northern Gannets make it a must-see for visitors, as do the island's old homes-the last witnesses to the way the islanders lived a century ago.
Reviewed By Odyssey139621
The national park does a wonderful job of protecting the enormous gannet colony on Bonaventure Island, while providing excellent viewing for bird-watching. Access to the island is by boat, and the ride can be rough. The bird colony is located across the island from the boat dock/visitor's center, about a 45 minute hike over the summit, or a 90 minute hike (easier terrain) at the perimeter. Bathrooms are plentiful. Bring your rain jacket, water, and a camera!
3. Ile aux Lievres
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 108 reviews
Île aux Lièvres, an incredible hiker’s paradise!Tapered at the ends, this island reminds some of a ship, while others consider it the world’s smallest continent! An impressive 13 kilometers in length, it cannot be fully explored in one day. Discover natural lookouts, explore deserted beaches edged in brier roses, find a seal dozing on the upper part of the beach… Both wild and inviting, Île aux Lièvres will enchant you.Ten kilometers across the water from Rivière du Loup, Île aux Lièvres is one of the best kept secrets of the estuary! Get there in just twenty minutes aboard a Duvetnor boat. The network of hiking trails is vast and diverse (45 km), with trails ranging in difficulty from novice to expert, the level of each clearly marked on the map you will receive upon landing. As a bonus, there are no dangerous animals, no stinging plants (no poison ivy, in particular), and far fewer mosquitoes than on the coast. Plus, refreshing ocean breezes, dwarf forests, escarpments, endless beaches, driftwood… And yes-scores of memories to be made (camera a must)!
4. Route du Fleuve
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 92 reviews
Reviewed By JaroslawC3 - Montreal, Canada
You can see a beautiful landscape from the road, local towns with interesting architecture and saint-Lawrence River.
5. Mount Royal Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10,495 reviews
Inaugurated in 1876, the Mount Royal Park was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, the highly skilled designer behind New York's Central Park. It is an ideal site for admiring a wide variety of plants and birds or for enjoying outdoor activities. Les amis de la montagne offer a variety of services and activities that provide wonderful opportunities to discover the beauty and wealth of resources that the park has to offer, including the new permanent exhibition at the Maison Smith and interactive terminals and map.
Reviewed By M1386KBmikes - Montreal, Canada
As a Montreal Native, it is my 'Go to' place to Hike, Bike, Snowshoe and just be active and be a part of this great city Approach it my car or walk up via staircase or Bridal path to the top for great city views And if you would like a personal guide... please contact me to see if I'm available [email protected]
6. Zoo de Granby
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 936 reviews
Zoo de Granby is one of the major zoos located in Canada and North America’s northeast. It is home to nearly 1,500 animals from over 225 different species.
Reviewed By R2916KTkarenl - Ottawa, Canada
Visited the Granby Zoo in August 2017 with our two children (age 7 and 9). They had a blast. So much to see - definitely recommend buying the two day pass if you intend to also go to the water park because there is too much to see in just one day. The kids loved seeing all the animals and, while there's alot of walking, it's not as much as at the Toronto Zoo. The water park was a welcome chance to cool down after a long walk around the Zoo (kids couldn't get enough of the wave pool!). While I agree with other comments re. the price fo the food, there was a special for dinner after 5:00 p.m. which helped. Also, if your family is really organized (ours is not!), lots of people brought coolers / wagons and had their own picnics (lots of places to sit). The only negative would be that the amusement park section of the Zoo is really for very young children. The only 2 rides for older children were the rollercoaster and pirate ship, both of which you had to pay extra for. Go for the Zoo and water park, if you end up going to the amusement park, that's a bonus.
7. Gatineau Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,036 reviews
This vast and scenic Ottawa park is ideal for walking, biking or cross-country skiing and also houses the MacKenzie King Estate, once the home of Canada's former Prime Minister.
Reviewed By FarAway752596
A must to visit! Gatineau park is just beautiful. Close to Ottawa, with so many lakes including Pink lake (green), trails, wildlife, breathtaking views especially from Belvèdere where you can see as far as the Outaouais River. Good variety of restaurants (Chelsea) it does not matter the season of the year, each one is unique in its own way. In Autunm enjoy the colors is just magic!!! My favorite place in the Outaouais.
8. Tremblant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,109 reviews
Four-season holiday destination and ski resort, Tremblant welcomes families, couples, friends, and groups in the heart of the Laurentians, in Mont-Tremblant, Quebec, Canada. Experience true joie de vivre through a selection of year-round activities and events: ski, snowboard, snowparks, après-ski and nightlife, spa, golf, beach, shopping, musical festivals, and sports competition. Voted #1 ski resort in Eastern North America many times over the years, Tremblant provides accommodation for every budget: hotels, condos, homes, and chalets. With more than 30 restaurants, bars and cafés and 35 boutiques and stores, our pedestrian village at the foot of Mont Tremblant will delight you summer, fall, winter, and spring!
Reviewed By trudilynel - Natick, United States
Tremblant is fabulous! The pedestrian village is beautiful and the two other Tremblant villages are next door and have great restaurants. The skiing is fantastic for all levels, there are green trails to double blacks from the top. Even during school vacation week, there were no lift lines. There are many other activities, too. There is an indoor waterpark and spa onsite. There is also an activity center that will hook you up with a variety of excursions. We did a dog sled tour and drove snow buggies. It was fantastic! If you go, bring a lot of layers. Actually, bring ALL YOUR WINTER CLOTHES. It is freezing! If you live in the US northeast, drive the extra few hours to Tremblant. It is worth it.
9. Jacques Cartier Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 331 reviews
Reviewed By MICHASHMATA
Always something for the children, be it face painting, interesting displays with a learning message which is fun for kids, or in winter it may be slides and snow sculptures for the entire family... Always worth a visit when stuff is going on. If nothing is on, then it is a great place to have a pic nic with views of parliament, Nepean point, Embassies, the Ottawa river or the close by Museum.
10. Montreal Botanical Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7,406 reviews
Along with the Biodome (closed for renovations until spring 2020) , the Insectarium and the Rio Tinto Alcan Planetarium, the Botanical Garden is part of the Montreal Space for Life, Canada's largest natural museum science complex and Montreal's top must see attraction.The Montreal Botanical Garden, one of the city's jewels, is recognized as one of the world's greatest botanical gardens. It offers a colourful program of events, exhibitions and activities all year long.With its collection of 22,000 plant species and cultivars, 10 exhibition greenhouses, Frederic Back Tree House, and more than 20 thematic gardens spread out over 75 hectares, it's also a perfect place to enjoy fresh air and natural beauty. Located just minutes from downtown Montreal, right near the Biodome and Olympic Park, the Montreal Botanical Garden is a living museum of plants from all over the world. You can also enjoy the Insectarium which is on the Garden's site. Have a great visit!
Reviewed By 391mireillek - Montreal, Canada
When in Montreal, do not miss the botanical garden. It is magnificent year round and very special in the month of October with the chinese lantern festivsl in the chinese garden and the light show in the japanese garden. Reserve online!
