Photos From a Stroll Through Quebec City, Canada
Bonjour,
While I was in Quebec City this weekend, I had some time to cruise around and get a feel for the place. I’m a big fan of old cities and found it cool that Quebec is the only fortified city in North America. I went on a tour of the city but it was a dull, dark and cloudy day aka not the best type for someone with a penchant for taking pictures. Luckily, a day later the sun was shining and I went for an early morning jog to give you a glimpse of what it’s like there.
There is lots to do and lots to see in the city. Be sure to spend a day just strolling around the old city, it’s good times. I’ve been there at all times of day and I’d have to say that early morning was one of my favorites. You could really take photos with ease and get a great impression of this historical place before it becomes bustling with others from around the world looking for similar shots. If you go later in the day, consider stopping for a pint, bite to eat or both in one of the countless cafes lining the streets.
I hope you enjoy these Quebec City Photos.
As you can see, the city is quite beautiful and arguably one of the more interesting city walking tours you’ll take in North America. It’s also on a big hill so wear some walking shoes as going from top to bottom and back can be quite a workout. If you’re not up for it, don’t worry as there are plenty of cabs and some special shuttles to get you around.
Un gros merci a Quebec City Tourism for their hospitality.
Tips hat,
Looks really cool, can’t believe this is in North America. How positive and helpful are the locales towards those travelers who do not speak French?
Everyone is fairly friendly from my experience. I speak French but I’m rusty and most reply in French or just go directly to English. Perhaps if you went further from the city you’d have a harder time but that is only because they may not speak any English.
I love to travel and my husband and I want to journey through Canada so this is great information. And I agree, traveling is a blast. We just go back from SE Texas… So much to see and do – we never had a dull moment. Thanks for sharing
I’m glad you’ve found this useful. If you are coming to Canada, Quebec is most certainly worth a visit. Montreal is a very cool city as well and only a 3 hour train or roughly 4 hour drive from Quebec City.
How beautiful. Just out of curiousity, who were they fortifying themselves from? The Americans? Didn’t notice any golden arches in thpse photos…
It’s been around forever, I believe the fort was built to defend the city as it’s situated in the narrowest part of the St. Lawrence. Whoever controlled Quebec City, controlled the river and controlled the trade in the area.
Brilliant photos Rob! I love the Frontenac, its such an amazing hotel, looks just as good in winter, maybe even better? Great place to stop in for a blueberry tea on a cold winters night! I remember there being lots of good shopping there also. Cobblestone streets … I can almost taste the poutine from here.
It’s a beautiful place for sure! Something about being in the type of setting you just described with the cobblestone streets and smell of poutine in the air that makes it special. Seriously though, feels unlike anywhere else in Canada and quite like it.
My husband and I have been to Quebec City many times, mostly for the Winter Carnival. Thank you for these pictures – they bring back a flood of great memories.
Our experience has been that if you make an attempt to speak in French, even if to just say “hello” (Bonjour, or Salut is less formal) and “thank you”, most people will be very helpful.
I’ve heard the same from many people. I’ve never visited in the winter but can picture it looking quite pristine!
Fantastic photos Rob! I have several favorites, but must mention the pic where you captured the street light in the sidewalk. I’m a hopeless romantic and that one just seems to fit into that genre. Nice work!
iPhone or GoPro? I
Thanks, I like that shot as well. Those were all done on the iPhone 4 with the standard camera app that comes with it.
That could easily be mistaken for Europe! I definitely have to add Quebec City to my next Canadian sojourn.
You definitely do and it feels like Europe. It’s the most unique city in Canada and possibly North America. Great place, would love to bring a lady friend there sometime.