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Quebec City vs. Old Quebec – What’s the Difference?
Quebec City is the entire municipality; Old Quebec is its historic core, divided into Upper Town and Lower Town and recognized by UNESCO.Continue Reading: Quebec City vs. Old Quebec – What’s the Difference?
September 2023 in Quebec City – Event Archive
A historical snapshot of notable Quebec City events from September 2023. This page is an archive, not a current events calendar.Continue Reading: September 2023 in Quebec City – Event Archive
Anthony Bourdain in Quebec City – Where He Ate
Anthony Bourdain’s 2013 Parts Unknown episode on Quebec included Quebec City restaurants such as Le Continental and L’Affaire est Ketchup, plus stops in Montreal.Continue Reading: Anthony Bourdain in Quebec City – Where He Ate
Most Instagrammable Places in Quebec City
A practical photo guide to Quebec City’s most photogenic locations, including Dufferin Terrace, Petit-Champlain, Place Royale, the ferry and Montmorency Falls.Continue Reading: Most Instagrammable Places in Quebec City
Escape Rooms in Quebec City – Current Options
A practical guide to escape rooms in Quebec City, including Cabinet Mysteriis, Défi-Évasion, À Double Tour, Exode, Eliviascape and Sauve qui peut.Continue Reading: Escape Rooms in Quebec City – Current Options
Desserts in Quebec City – Four Places to Start
Four verified Quebec City dessert stops for chocolate, French pastry, seasonal creations and cheesecake, with practical ordering and neighbourhood advice.Continue Reading: Desserts in Quebec City – Four Places to Start
Foods to Try in Quebec – Eight Classics and Where They Fit
Start with poutine, tourtière and maple, then explore smoked meat, cretons, pea soup, pouding chômeur and Quebec cheese or cider.Continue Reading: Foods to Try in Quebec – Eight Classics and Where They Fit
Did 1830s Quebec City Really Have More Pubs Than London?
A popular claim says 1830s Quebec City had more pubs than London. We could not substantiate it, but the question opens a useful window onto the city’s tavern culture.Continue Reading: Did 1830s Quebec City Really Have More Pubs Than London?
Tim Roberts on École de cirque de Québec – 2023 Interview
In this 2023 interview, École de cirque de Québec executive director Tim Roberts discusses circus education, community programs, Quebec City and the school’s future.Continue Reading: Tim Roberts on École de cirque de Québec – 2023 Interview
How to Get from Quebec City to Île d’Orléans
The simplest way to reach Île d’Orléans from Quebec City is by road. Here is what to know about driving, tours, taxis, cycling and the bridge.Continue Reading: How to Get from Quebec City to Île d’Orléans