The Best of Quebec

Mont Tremblant Resort

Mont Tremblant Ski Resort is a year-round resort in the Laurentian Mountains of Quebec
Mont Tremblant is celebrated as one of the top ski resorts in Eastern North America, offering a variety of slopes suitable for all skill levels
The summit is at an elevation of 875 m (2,871 ft), which makes it one of the tallest peaks in the Laurentians
The mountain and resort are part of the Mont-Tremblant National Park and are both located near the village of Mont-Tremblant

#26 in Best Ski Resorts in the World

The Montmorency Falls is a large waterfall on the Montmorency River
There are staircases that allow visitors to view the falls from several different perspectives
A suspension bridge over the crest of the falls provides access to both sides of the park
There is also a funitel that carries passengers between the base and the top of the falls
In the summer the park hosts an international fireworks competition with the falls as a backdrop

Best time to visit: March-May, Sept-Nov

Notre-Dame Basilica is a significant historical and architectural landmark located in Old Montreal
It serves as Montreal's mother church and was constructed between 1824 and 1829
The basilica is notable for being the first Gothic Revival style church in Canada
The design includes a magnificent altar and a series of stained glass windows that depict the history of Montreal

Best time to visit: March-May, Sept-Nov

Old Montreal is a historic neighborhood known for its cobblestone streets, European-style architecture, and history dating back to the early 1600s
The area features a blend of cultural attractions, including cathedrals, museums, and various shops, bistros, and art galleries
Old Montreal is also home to the Old Port of Montreal, which offers a variety of recreational activities along the waterfront

Best time to visit: March-May, Sept-Nov

Mount Royal Park is an urban park located in Montreal, inaugurated in 1876
It was designed by the renowned landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted, who is also famous for designing New York City's Central Park
The park is situated on Mount Royal, which is the highest point in Montreal
Mount Royal Park offers a variety of recreational activities throughout the year, including hiking and cycling
In winter, it becomes a hub for activities like sledding and ice skating

Best time to visit: March-May, Sept-Nov

The Montreal Botanical Garden is a botanical garden featuring a diverse collection of over 22,000 species of plants
The garden includes 10 exhibition greenhouses and around 30 thematic gardens, making it one of the largest botanical gardens in the world
Founded in 1931, the garden serves as a living museum that showcases plants from various regions globally

Best time to visit: March-May, Sept-Nov

Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal is a prominent Catholic sanctuary located in Montreal
It is renowned as the largest shrine dedicated to Saint Joseph and is one of the most visited pilgrimage sites in the world
The Oratory was founded by Saint Brother André in 1904, and features the largest dome of its type in the Americas

Best time to visit: Jan-Feb, June-Sept, Dec

Old Quebec is a historic neighborhood of Quebec City, recognized for its well-preserved colonial architecture and historical significance
The area is divided into two main parts: Upper Town and Lower Town
Upper Town consists of an elevated section featuring the iconic Château Frontenac and is surrounded by fortifications
Lower Town is situated along the St. Lawrence River, and is known for its cobblestone streets and historical sites like Place Royale
Founded in 1608, Old Quebec served as a critical trading post and reflects European colonial history in North America
It is the only fortified city north of Mexico retaining its ramparts and defensive structures