Mont-Sainte-Anne (more infor)
A year-round recreational area with skiing and snowboarding in the winter and
golfing, hiking and mountain biking in the summer.
Attraction type: Cross-Country Ski Area; Ski Area; Snowboard Ski Area
Montreal Botanical Gardens (Jardin
Botanique de Montreal), Montreal (more info)
Located in Olympic Park, Montreal's huge botanical garden includes over 20,000
different plant species in 31 specialized gardens.
Attraction type: Garden
Mont Tremblant, Mont Tremblant (more info)
North of Montreal, this wonderful resort offers some of the best skiing in eastern
North America.
Attraction type: Ski Area
Notre-Dame Basilica (Basilique Notre-Dame), Montreal
(more info)
Montreal's oldest Catholic church, built in 1656, is known for its intricately
designed interior, which includes stained glass chronicling the history of the
city.
Attraction type: Place of Worship
Battlefields Park (Parc des Champs-de-Bataille), Quebec City (more info)
This bucolic park includes the Plains of Abraham, where the decisive battle
that led to British control of Quebec took place.
Attraction type: Battlefield; Historic Site; Park
Citadel, Quebec City (more info)
Constructed by the Duke of Wellington to fortify the city following the War
of 1812, this huge old fort can be toured.
Attraction type: Military Base/Facility; Military Museum
Chateau Ramezay, Montreal (more info)
This famous structure, named for French colonial governor Claude de Ramezay,
housed French and British colonial governments before serving as the headquarters
for the American Revolutionaries who laid siege to Montreal.
Attraction type: History Museum
Place Royale, Quebec City (more info)
This famous town plaza is the heart of historic Lower Town and has been an important
social center since the city's founding.
Attraction type: Historic Walking area; Neighborhood; Town Center/Square/Plaza
Breakneck Steps (L'Escalier Casse-Cou), Quebec
City (more info)
This steep stairway connects Lower Town with the Terrasse Dufferin.
Attraction type: Scenic/Historic Walking Area
Quartier du Petit-Champlain, Quebec City (more info)
Dating back to the mid-17th century, this historic neighborhood is the oldest
commercial district in North America.
Attraction type: Neighborhood
Lower Town (Basse-Ville), Quebec City (more info)
The location of the city's original settlement, historic Lower Town is situated
on the banks of the St. Lawrence.
Attraction type: Neighborhood; Scenic/Historic Walking Area
Terrasse Dufferin, Quebec City (more info)
This elevated area offers panoramic views of Old Quebec and the St. Lawrence
River.
Attraction type: Scenic/Historic Walking Area
Old Port of Montreal (Vieux-Port de
Montreal), Montreal
(more info)
No longer the hub of the Canadian shipping industry, this area is now a pleasant
place to walk, bike and shop.
Attraction type: Neighborhood; Scenic/Historic Walking Area
Old Port (Vieux-Port), Quebec City (more info)
This once bustling port now serves as a nostalgic reminder of Lower Town's history.
Attraction type: Neighborhood
Plains of Abraham, Quebec City (more info)
This grassy field was the site of a famous battle between the French and the
English in 1759.
Attraction type: Historic Site
Biodome de Montreal, Montreal (more info)
Located in a former stadium used in the 1976 Olympics, Biodome consists of four
different ecological habitats and the plant and animal life found in each ecosystem.
Attraction type: Architectural Building; Science Museum; Zoo
Montreal Museum of Archaeology and
History, Montreal
(more info)
Located on the site of the original colony in 1642, this museum documents the
history of the region through exhibits on the archaeological artifacts found
nearby.
Attraction type: History Museum
Musee du Quebec, Quebec City (more info)
This art museum emphasizes works by artists native to Quebec but also includes
touring international exhibitions.
Attraction type: History Museum
Mont Royal, Montreal (more info)
Referred to as "the mountain" by locals, this 764-foot mountain provides
excellent view of the city and is a popular recreation spot.
Attraction type: Mountain; Neighborhood; Park
Montreal Insectarium, Montreal (more info)
Part of the city's large Botanical Garden, the Insectarium includes a broad
selection of insects from throughout the world.
Attraction type: Museum; Nature Center; Specialty Museum
Montmorency Falls Park, Beauport (more info)
These 275-foot falls on the Montmorency River tower higher than even the legendary
Niagara Falls.
Attraction type: Park; Waterfall
Musee d'Art Inuit Brousseau, Quebec City (more info)
Museum centering on the art of the Intuit, their culture and history.
Attraction type: Art Museum
Le Massif (more info)
With a base elevation of 118 feet and vertical drop of 2,526 feet, this ski
resort offers downhill, snowboarding and cross-country trails.
Attraction type: Ski Area
Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (Musee
des Beaux-Arts), Montreal
(more info)
One of Canada's most famous museums, this popular institution boasts a wide
collection of Canadian and international exhibits.
Attraction type: Art Museum
Basilique-cathedrale Notre-Dame-de-Quebec, Quebec City (more info)
This famous 17th-century cathedral has been restored several times but still
provides visitors with an ambiance of centuries past.
Attraction type: Historic Site; Place of Worship
Museum of Civilization (Musee de la
Civilisation), Quebec
City (more info)
This museum documents various forms of human civilization, with a focus on life
in early Quebec.
Attraction type: History Museum
Parc du Mont-Royal, Montreal (more info)
Located on Mont Royal, this park, the city's largest and most popular, was designed
by the creator of New York's Central Park.
Attraction type: Park
Casino de Charlevoix, Pointe Au Pic (more info)
One of Quebec's premier casinos offers risk-takers a variety of games, from
poker and craps to roulette and baccarat.
Attraction type: Casino
Lafontaine Park, Montreal (more info)
This downtown park has a mixture of French and English design as well as a lake
used for ice-skating during the winter.
Attraction type: Park
Maison Saint-Gabriel, Montreal (more info)
Attraction type: Architectural Building; Historic Site; History Museum
Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours Chapel (Chapelle
Notre-Dame-de-Bonsecours), Montreal (more info)
Called the Sailors' Church because of the wooden ship models that hang from
its ceiling, this church was originally designed by Marguerite Bougeoys, one
of Montreal's first teachers.
Attraction type: Place of Worship
IMAX Old Port, Montreal (more info)
This seven-story theater plays a variety of exciting shows.
Attraction type: Theater
Just for Laughs Museum (Musee Juste
Poure Rire), Montreal
(more info)
This museum, an offshoot of the popular Festival of Laughter, is dedicated to
the different genres of humor and comedy.
Attraction type: Specialty Museum
Bank of Montreal (Banque de Montreal), Montreal
(more info)
The oldest bank in Canada is housed in a lavish architectural landmark that
is beautiful both inside and out.
Attraction type: Architectural Building; Specialty Museum
Parliament Building (Hotel du Parlement), Quebec
City (more info)
The meeting place of Quebec's National Assembly, this building is an impressive
architectural landmark.
Attraction type: Government Building
Old Montreal (Vieux-Montreal), Montreal (more info)
Montreal's famous Parisian-style historic district is filled with cultural landmarks.
Attraction type: Historic Walking area; Neighborhood; Town Center/Square/Plaza
La Ronde Amusement Park, Montreal (more info)
The city's popular amusement park contains more than 30 rides, a medieval village
and a large circus.
Attraction type: Amusement/Theme Park
Latin Quarter (Quartier Latin), Montreal (more info)
A colorful Parisian-style neighborhood.
Attraction type: Neighborhood
David M. Stewart Museum (Musee David
M. Stewart), Montreal
(more info)
This old fort has been transformed into a museum dedicated to artifacts of European
explorers.
Attraction type: History Museum
Bonsecours Market (Marche Bonsecours), Montreal
(more info)
A famous market until 1963, this structure now houses various offices of the
city government.
Attraction type: Historic Site; Landmark/Point of interest
Le Chateau Frontenac, Quebec City (more info)
This famous Old Town hotel opened in 1893.
Attraction type: Landmark/Point of interest
Olympic Stadium, Montreal (more info)
The home of the Montreal Expos baseball team, this huge domed-stadium, first
built for the 1976 Summer Olympics, is considered an architectural monstrosity.
Attraction type: Arena/Stadium/Field; Sports Complex
En Prison, Trois-Rivieres (more info)
Visitors to this exhibit and tour sponsored by the Musée Québécois de Culture
Populaire experience what it was like to be in prison during the 1960?s and
70?s.
Attraction type: Government Building; Tour
St. Joseph's Oratory (Oratoire Saint-Joseph), Montreal
(more info)
This basilica, built to honor St. Joseph, Canada's patron saint, is known for
its copper dome.
Attraction type: Place of Worship
City Hall, Montreal (more info)
This ornate building exemplifies Second Empire architectural design.
Attraction type: Architectural Building; Government Building
Biosphere, Montreal (more info)
Built to house the U.S. pavilion at the 1967 World Fair, this dome has numerous
interactive presentations designed to promote the importance of water resources.
Attraction type: Museum; Nature Center
Montreal Planetarium (Planetarium de
Montreal), Montreal
(more info)
Experience the stars on this 20-foot domed screen.
Attraction type: Observatory/Planetarium; Theater
Pub St. Alexandre, Quebec City (more info)
This popular bar offers a huge selection of beers.
Attraction type: Bar/Club
Museum of French America, Quebec City (more info)
Beautiful history museum documenting the settlement of Quebec by the French.
Attraction type: History Museum
McCord Museum of Canadian History (Musee
McCord d'Histoire Canadienne), Montreal (more info)
The huge collection of this prominent history museum documents Canadian history
from Indian settlement to modern times.
Attraction type: History Museum
Canadian Centre for Architecture (Centre
Canadien d'Architecture), Montreal (more info)
This museum includes several galleries dedicated to various architectural styles
and serves as an interesting example of postmodern architecture itself.
Attraction type: Architectural Building; Art Museum
Le Stock, Montreal (more info)
A gay nude bar on Rue St-Andre.
Attraction type: Gay Bar
Montreal Museum of Contemporary Art
(Musee d'Art Contemporain de Montreal), Montreal (more info)
This large museum of modern artistic work, with an emphasis on artists native
to Quebec, includes both a permanent collection and a series of rotating international
exhibits.
Attraction type: Art Museum
Chevalier House (Maison Chevalier), Quebec City (more info)
This structure, built as a home to Jean-Baptiste Chevalier in 1752 from two
17th-century structures, has been restored as a museum focusing on Quebec's
history.
Attraction type: Historic Home; History Museum
Cathedral of Marie-Reine-du-Monde, Montreal (more info)
This Catholic church dedicated to Mary, Queen of the World, was modeled after
Rome's St. Peter's Church.
Attraction type: Place of Worship
Christ Church Cathedral, Montreal (more info)
An underground shopping mall was built under this 19th-century Gothic cathedral
to prevent it from sinking.
Attraction type: Place of Worship
Maison Historique George-Etienne Cartier, Montreal
(more info)
Former home of Sir George-Etienne Cartier, now a history museum.
Attraction type: Historic Home; History Museum
Centre d'Histoire de Montreal, Montreal (more info)
Located in a former fire station, this museum explores Montreal's history from
the 1600s to the present.
Attraction type: History Museum
Interactive Science Centre (iSci), Montreal (more info)
Also known as iSci, this state-of-the-art site stresses the relationship between
people and science through various technology presentations, an interactive
film game and an IMAX theater.
Attraction type: Science Museum; Theater
Musee Marc-Aurele Fortin, Montreal (more info)
This museum displays the work of Marc-Aurèle Fortin, who painted the Quebec
landscape with watercolors, and also includes a collection of temporary exhibits
by other local painters.
Attraction type: Architectural Building; Art Museum; Specialty Museum
Musee Redpath, Montreal (more info)
This natural history museum at McGill University is named after business tycoon
and philanthropist John Redpath.
Attraction type: Natural History Museum
Place Jacques-Cartier, Montreal (more info)
This lively Montreal plaza is a gathering place for natives and tourists, who
enjoy the outdoor restaurants and performing peddlers.
Attraction type: Town Center/Square/Plaza
St-Lambert Lock, Montreal (more info)
This basin constructed in the mid to late 1950s allowed ships to travel all
the way to Lake Superior from the Atlantic Ocean by adjusting the water levels.
Attraction type: Waterway
Musee du Fort, Quebec City (more info)
This small museum chronicles the history of the city, including the numerous
battles fought for its control.
Attraction type: Military Museum
Ursulines Museum, Quebec City (more info)
This unusual museum pays a historical tribute to the deeds of Ursuline nuns
in Quebec.
Attraction type: History Museum
Musee de Cire de Quebec, Quebec City (more info)
Wax museum with lookalikes of famous people in Quebec's history.
Attraction type: Wax Museum
Underground City, Montreal (more info)
Montreal's answer to the region's harsh winters, Underground City refers to
the extensive web of train stations, restaurants, department stores and hotels
all connected underground.
Attraction type: Mall; Neighborhood
Verrerie la Mailloche, Quebec City (more info)
The studio and store of world-famous glassblower Jean Vallieres.
Attraction type: Specialty Shop
Dorchester Square, Montreal (more info)
This downtown plaza was recently renamed in honor of Lord Dorchester, the governor
of British North America in the late 1700s.
Attraction type: Historic Site; Park
Rue St. Denis, Montreal (more info)
A trendy upscale street with plenty of shops and restaurants.
Attraction type: Street
Cafe Campus, Montreal (more info)
This club is known for its quality rock bands.
Attraction type: Bar/Club
Les Folies de Paris, Quebec City (more info)
Diners at this restaurant are treated to a musical dinner show.
Attraction type: Performance
Chute Montmorency, Quebec City (more info)
At 27 stories high, these waterfalls are one and a half times as high as Niagara
Falls.
Attraction type: Waterfall
Terrasse Dufferin Slides, Quebec City (more info)
An exciting high-speed toboggan ride along a slick ice tube.
Attraction type: Amusement/Theme Park
Rue Notre-Dame, Montreal (more info)
This street is most famous for its stretch which provides the city's best antique
shopping.
Attraction type: Street
Quebec City-Levis Ferry, Quebec City (more info)
This ferry service offers short trips along the St. Lawrence.
Attraction type: Ferry
Galerie Brousseau, Quebec City (more info)
Exquisite shop that carries a wide selection of Inuit art ranging from affordable
small pieces to pricey large objects.
Attraction type: Specialty Shop
Japanese Garden, Montreal (more info)
Part of Montreal's huge Botantical Garden, this specialized 15-acre section
includes a tearoom, an art gallery and a Zen Garden.
Attraction type: Garden
Chinese Garden, Montreal (more info)
This picturesque six-acre section of Montreal's famous Botanical Garden includes
several courtyards, ponds and pavilions.
Attraction type: Garden
Rue Saint-Laurent, Montreal (more info)
One of Montreal's major thoroughfares, this street is packed with shopping,
eating and cultural opportunities.
Attraction type: Street
Lachine Canal (Canal du Lachine), Montreal (more info)
No longer used as a means of transportation, this canal now serves as a recreation
area with hiking and biking trails.
Attraction type: Park; Waterway
Funicular, Quebec City (more info)
This cable-car ride connects the Terrasse Dufferin with Lower Town for those
not up for the steep stairway.
Attraction type: Tram
Unity Pub, Montreal (more info)
This open-air gay bar includes a popular upstairs nightclub that is open from
Thursday through Sunday.
Attraction type: Gay Bar
Le Swimming, Montreal (more info)
Pool hall with requisite tables and big-screen TV.
Attraction type: Bar/Club
Rue Laval, Montreal (more info)
This street is known for its collection of old mansions.
Attraction type: Street
Mont Royal Avenue, Montreal (more info)
Mont Royal's main street has a collection of shops.
Attraction type: Street
Ile Notre-Dame, Montreal (more info)
This small man-made island, built in 1959, includes a lake and beach that make
it a popular recreation destination.
Attraction type: Island; Neighborhood; Park
Quebec Experience, Quebec City (more info)
A glitzy multimedia show on the history of the city.
Attraction type: Performance
Saint-Lawrence Valley Ecomuseum, Montreal (more info)
This nature museum is home to several species of birds and other wildlife that
inhabit the Saint Lawrence River region.
Attraction type: Nature Center; Specialty Museum
Grand Central Antiques, Montreal (more info)
This antique shop is one of the mainstays of Montreal's famous "Antique
Alley."
Attraction type: Shop
Deuxiemement, Montreal (more info)
This unusual shop sells a huge collection of random odds and ends.
Attraction type: Shop
Horizon Roc, Montreal (more info)
Attraction type: Game/Entertainment Center
Upper Town (Haute-Ville), Quebec City (more info)
The hilly section of the city known as Upper Town developed later than the original
settlement it overlooks.
Attraction type: Neighborhood
Place de l'Hotel de Ville, Quebec City (more info)
This town plaza is usually filled with an array of amateur performers.
Attraction type: Town Center/Square/Plaza
Rue Prince Arthur, Montreal (more info)
This lively street has a variety of restaurants, cafes and street performers.
Attraction type: Street
Little Italy, Montreal (more info)
A traditional Italian neighborhood located in the northern part of the city.
Attraction type: Neighborhood
Rue Sherbrooke, Montreal (more info)
This famous street includes the city's most upscale shopping thoroughfare and
a historic atmosphere.
Attraction type: Street
Vitrine, Quebec City (more info)
This store specializes in furniture and other objects made by local designers.
Attraction type: Specialty Shop
Le Connaisseur Boutique de Cigares, Quebec City (more info)
This cigar vendor sells a variety of different cigars, including Cubans.
Attraction type: Specialty Shop
A la Capucine, Quebec City (more info)
This store specializes in local antiques, crafts and other odds and ends.
Attraction type: Specialty Shop
Le Rendez-vous du Collectionneur, Quebec City (more info)
This store sells local antiques and various knick-knacks.
Attraction type: Specialty Shop
Decenie, Quebec City (more info)
This retro-store sells random furniture and other objects from years past.
Attraction type: Specialty Shop
Boutique aux Memoires Antiquites, Quebec City (more info)
Visitors to this antique store are likely to come across a number of unique
finds.
Attraction type: Specialty Shop
Bar St.-Laurent, Quebec City (more info)
A cozy bar that attracts an older crowd.
Attraction type: Bar/Club
Charlotte Bar Digestif, Quebec City (more info)
This bar features crowds of young people and lively music.
Attraction type: Bar/Club
Maurice Discotheque, Quebec City (more info)
Loud music is the order of the day at this popular danceclub.
Attraction type: Dance Club/Disco
Les Dames de Soie, Quebec City (more info)
This doll designer specializes in hand-painted porcelain dolls.
Attraction type: Specialty Shop
Couturier Shop, Quebec City (more info)
Attraction type: Specialty Shop
La Promenade des Gouverneurs, Quebec City (more info)
This elevated walkway provides wonderful views of the city and the St. Lawrence
River.
Attraction type: Scenic/Historic Walking Area
Rue du Tresor, Quebec City (more info)
Numerous artists gather on this crowded Lower Town street to display their work.
Attraction type: Street
Rose Garden, Montreal (more info)
The section of Montreal's Botanical Garden dedicated to roses.
Attraction type: Garden
Bay Fashion Liquidation Centre, Montreal (more info)
Visitors to this outlet can find discounts on a large selection of clothing.
Attraction type: Shop
Campus, Montreal (more info)
A gay strip club.
Attraction type: Gay Bar
Aqua Dome, Montreal (more info)
This indoor water park features two pools, including one for kids, and three
waterslides.
Attraction type: Amusement/Theme Park; Water Park
Rue Duluh, Montreal (more info)
This interesting street has a number of ethnic restaurants and eclectic shops.
Attraction type: Street
Theatre Capitole, Quebec City (more info)
This restored performance center provides visitors with a historic ambiance.
Attraction type: Theater
Parc de l'Unesco, Quebec City (more info)
This Lower Town park includes a popular children's playground.
Attraction type: Park
Parc de l'Esplanade, Quebec City (more info)
This former area for military parades has been transformed into a popular urban
park.
Attraction type: Park
St. Louis Gate (Porte St. Louis), Quebec City (more info)
This historic gate in Old Quebec is part of the city's extensive fortification
system.
Attraction type: Historic Site
Rue St.Pierre, Quebec City (more info)
A main street of Quebec's historic Lower Town.
Attraction type: Street
Ile Sainte-Helene, Montreal (more info)
Located to the east of the city, this small picturesque island is a popular
recreation spot.
Attraction type: Island
Rue Ste.-Catherine, Montreal (more info)
Montreal's liveliest street, filled with limitless shopping opportunities, eateries
and popular nightspots.
Attraction type: Neighborhood; Street
Deni Blanchet, Montreal (more info)
This antique shop sells an eclectic array of goods.
Attraction type: Shop
Retro-Ville, Montreal (more info)
This store sells memorabilia from Montreal of years past.
Attraction type: Shop
Dynasties Art, Montreal (more info)
A furniture shop that sells a variety of goods.
Attraction type: Shop
Le Village des Antiquaires, Montreal (more info)
A number of different antique dealers gather here to sell their goods.
Attraction type: Antique Shop; Mall
Antiquites Le Design, Montreal (more info)
This two-floor complex is home to over 20 different antique dealers.
Attraction type: Antique Shop; Mall
Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve, Montreal (more info)
Located on Île Notre-Dame, this racetrack hosts a Formula One event but is a
popular locale for in-line skating the rest of the year.
Attraction type: Jogging Path/Track; Race Car Track
L'Air du Temps, Montreal (more info)
This jazz club, perhaps Montreal's most famous, is known for its dark, smoky
atmosphere.
Attraction type: Jazz Bar
McGill University, Montreal (more info)
Canada's oldest university, home to nearly 30,000 students, is filled with a
variety of interesting architectural styles.
Attraction type: Educational Site
St. Louis Square (Carre St-Louis), Montreal (more info)
Picturesque square popular with artists and writers.
Attraction type: Park; Town Center/Square/Plaza
Olympic Tower, Montreal (more info)
This observation tower looms 574 feet above Olympic Stadium.
Attraction type: Observation Deck/Tower
Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupre Basilica, Quebec City (more info)
The earliest buildings of this famous Catholic landmark were constructed in
the 17th century.
Attraction type: Place of Worship
Le Beaupre Golf Course, Beaupre (more info)
This 6,700-yard championship golf course is a par-72 and offers a challenge
to players at all skill levels.
Attraction type: Golf Course
Saint-Ferreol Golf Course, Beaupre (more info)
Championship golf course located in Canada's scenic Quebec province.
Attraction type: Golf Course
Olympic Park (Parc Olympique), Montreal (more info)
This huge park, originally constructed for the 1976 Olympic Games, includes
the home stadium of the Montreal Expos, the Botanical Garden and the Biodome.
Attraction type: Park
Eglise Notre-Dame-des-Victoires, Quebec City (more info)
This late 17th-century church, situated on the Place Royale, is one of the city's
chief historical landmarks.
Attraction type: Place of Worship
Place d'Armes, Montreal (more info)
This major plaza in Old Montreal, built in the 17th century, once served as
the training grounds for the military.
Attraction type: Town Center/Square/Plaza
Pointe-a-Calliere, Montreal (more info)
The remains of Montreal's original settlement can be seen at this tiny park
in Old Montreal.
Attraction type: Park
Angrignon Park, Montreal (more info)
This park, popular for recreation, has a four-mile bike trail that is used by
cross-country skiers during the winter.
Attraction type: Park
Place des Artes, Montreal (more info)
Montreal's top performance hall features music, drama and more.
Attraction type: Performance; Theater
Bird and Flower Sanctuary, Montreal (more info)
This 37-acre nature park, located at Parc Summit, the highest point in Montreal,
is popular among birdwatchers and other nature aficionados.
Attraction type: Park
