Elevated view of Old Québec with historic stone buildings, the Château Frontenac, lush green lawns and the Saint Lawrence River glowing under a soft sunset sky.

Quebec, Canada

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Things to do in Quebec

Visiting Québec City means stepping into yesterday — but in the best way possible. With its old‑stone façades, conversational French drifting down the streets and the only remaining walled city north of Mexico, this place delivers classy history without any pretense. The Old Port area puts you right within walking distance of Old Québec’s charming architecture, making it perfect for Québec cruises that double as heritage adventures. Want fall foliage? You’ve got it. Want cobblestones and cafés in one frame? Done. Want culture, food and architecture that echo France without crossing the Atlantic? Check.

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  • View of Québec City’s Dufferin Terrace with green benches, a decorative railing and the Château Frontenac towering behind historic buildings under a clear blue sky.

    Take a walking Québec City tour through Upper Town, Lower Town and the fortified ramparts of Old Québec.

  • Château Frontenac rising over green trees, showing its copper roofs, brick façade and tall central tower beneath a bright blue sky.

    Admire Château Frontenac’s turrets and the views over the St. Lawrence.

  • Sunlit courtyard in Place Royale with cobblestone ground, stone buildings with colorful roofs and hanging greenery.

    Stand in the birthplace of French North America, Place Royale, where New France first breathed life.

  • Wide view of Montmorency Falls plunging down a cliff surrounded by dense green forest, with a suspension bridge crossing above the cascade.

    Ride into nature at Montmorency Falls, taller than Niagara and yet far quieter.

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Shore excursions to explore in Quebec

Want how‑to‑history, architecture up‑close or rural French‑Canadian flavour? These tours deliver it all without the hassle.

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  • Elevated view of the Île d’Orléans Bridge spanning the St. Lawrence River beside a rocky cliff and shimmering water below.

    Grand Exploration of Québec & Lunch

    Begin with a scenic drive to Île d’Orléans and the thunderous Montmorency Falls whose 272‑foot drop outdoes Niagara’s (at a fraction of the crowds). Next stop: Sainte‑Anne‑de‑Beaupré, whose basilica draws pilgrims from around the world. After lunch of French‑Canadian fare, head into the Upper Town promontory Cap‑Diamant, browse the terrace at Château Frontenac, then descend to Place Royale in Lower Town for a stroll through history before returning to the pier.

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  • Front view of the Governor’s House in Québec City, showing a stone façade, white entrance with columns, blue guard booths and cannons on either side.

    Discover Québec with Observatory & Governor’s House Visit

    This 3.5‑hour drive and walk tour begins at La Citadelle and the Governor’s House where art and river vistas meet. Then pass Château Frontenac and pause at the Plains of Abraham (Parc des Champs de Bataille) where the British and French clashed in 1759. Wrap the tour with a visit to the Observatoire de la Capitale at 221 metres above sea level for stunning city‑and‑river panorama.

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  • A reconstructed Huron-Wendat longhouse in Wendake, surrounded by autumn trees, with a wooden canoe, fire pit and traditional tools displayed outside.

    Local Connections: Rendez‑Vous at Wendake Cultural Village

    Before anyone in France had ever heard of the New World, the Native peoples of Canada (now referred to as First Nations) were already well established. Leave the ship and head minutes into Wendake to learn about Huron‑Wendat heritage. From longhouse visits to food‑preserving demonstrations at the smokehouse and a walk to the Kabir Kouba waterfall, you’ll get a respectful, vivid look at First Nation culture in Québec.

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  • Grand stone basilica with two tall spires at Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré, framed by fall foliage, statues and a fountain under a bright blue sky.

    Local Connections: Ste‑Anne‑de‑Beaupré, Montmorency Falls & Copper House Art Experience

    Start with Montmorency Falls’ natural spectacle. Then immerse yourself in metal‑art at the Copper House (Maison Gilles) with a hands‑on demo and tea plus a canelé. After you’ve had your fill, finish at the shrine of Ste‑Anne‑de‑Beaupré, where religious tradition and craft merge in a uniquely neo‑Roman setting.

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  • Stone building in Québec City’s Lower Town with yellow doors and shutters, hanging flower baskets and two red chairs set on a sunny cobblestone street.

    Walking Tour of Historic Québec

    Explore on foot the layers of Québec City: from Upper to Lower Town through 17th‑ to 19th‑century architecture, ride the funicular, visit the Basilica and Convent of San Francisco, pass by the House of Osambela and return to the pier via cobbled streets and heritage corridors. It’s everything that makes Québec fascinating in one heart-healthy hike.

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  • Weathered sugar shack with boarded windows set against dense trees filled with bright orange and yellow fall foliag

    An Evening at the Sugar Shack with Dinner

    Culture and history are good, but you know what’s even better? Culture and history you can eat. In the evening head out to a sugar‑shack style dinner: maple museum, folklore music, a maple taffy pull and hearty Québecois cuisine served family style. It’s educational, tasty and comfortably rustic. Just be sure to check your itinerary; this excursion isn’t available on every cruise.

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Your vessel docks right in the heart of the city: the Ross Gaudreault Terminal (Wharves 21/22) sits at 84 Dalhousie Street and is steps from Old Québec and the Petit‑Champlain district. For Canada & New England itineraries, Québec City is a key port that lets you slip into Europe in North America (without the jet lag).

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Discover Quebec on your next cruise

Québec City blends French charm, fortified walls, turrets and riverfront charm into a travel experience that feels curated yet adventurous. On Québec cruises with Princess you’ll get comfort aboard and the ease of exploration ashore—whether you’re admiring Château Frontenac’s silhouette, wandering the Petit‑Champlain neighborhood or snapping shots at gorgeous fall leaves. This port is one where history matters, architecture smarts and you actually feel the city beneath your soles.

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Old stone steps rising between fortress walls toward a small tower with a green roof on a grassy hill under a cloudy sky.

Climb toward history along this weathered stone staircase leading to Québec City’s iconic fortifications.

Stone building with a green roof framed by blooming trees and a bright lawn covered in yellow flowers.

A stately stone building with distinctive green roof stands amid vibrant spring landscaping, featuring colorful tulip beds and a sun-dappled lawn framed by mature trees.

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