This quarter is the oldest area of Quebec City, the place where the first French settlers arrived in North America. In early times, it was a very important place for merchants, shipbuilders and shipowners. Originally, it was called Place du Marce. Through the centuries it remains a witness to the history with the famous Eglise Notre-Dame-des-Victoires in its center. Do not miss the chance to visit this great historic place.

Unveiled in 1999, this mural depicts 400 years of the city’s history. It is 39 square meters and represents scenes of each season, with famous people such as Francois-Xavier Garneau, Jacques Cartier, Jean Talon and Samuel de Champlain. The mural was worked on by 12 artists from France and Canada. This is a place you should not miss.

The famous Chateau Frontenac was built at the end of the 19th century, designed by architect Bruce Price, in the heart of Quebec City and was opened in 1893. Being a hotel, you can have a most pleasant stay in one of its 618 rooms on 18 floors. In 1993, the Claude-Pratte Wing was added, offering an indoor swimming pool, an outdoor terrace and a fitness center. Be sure to take the time to visit this magnificent place.

One of the most famous cultural landmarks in Quebec City, it houses the Literary and Historical Society of Quebec. In this center you will find a rich English language library, with over 20,000 books, a small collection of archives, manuscripts, films and videos, electronic records, nearly 800 artifacts and the Stephens collection of decorative items and tea ware related to the English families of Quebec City.

A monument to more than 250 years of history, it holds the stories of the British, Canadian and French military. Until 1960 it functioned as a munitions factory. The unique architecture and animation exhibitions are worth seeing. You can visit the inside of the industrial buildings and the barracks along with a multimedia guide.

Established in 1771, this is the oldest cemetery in Quebec City. In the beginning it was limited to the burial of Protestants, but later became a resting place for the early English settlers. In 1860, the cemetery was closed and was turned into a park next to the St. Matthew’s Anglican Church. While visiting Quebec City, take time to come to this silent place and admire the park's beauty.

This impressive building was constructed outside the city walls between 1877 and 1886. Inspired by the Louvre, it presently houses the National Assembly of Quebec City. This structure has four wings that form a square of about 100 meters per side. The building is 171 feet high, with the national flag located on the central tower. The multimedia exhibition, rich interior decorations with sculptures and a library gives visitors an opportunity to learn more about the city’s heritage.

This historic area was named after Abraham Martin (1589-1664), a river pilot who owned the land and became famous in 1759 after the battle of the Plains of Abraham. The 43.7 hectare area contains an interesting interpretive center and walking trails, monuments and a column identical to the one built here in 1849, as well as a cross to commemorate the soldiers lost in World War I. The park itself was created in 1908, on Quebec’s 300th anniversary, and is 108 hectares in area.

Witness the defense history of Quebec City since the 17th century in the only remaining North American fortification. The walls measure five kilometers in length and the interpretation center gives visitors a glimpse of early architectural designs and the military aspects of this UNESCO World Heritage City.

This fortification contains the last fortified city wall in North America and has four surviving gates: Porte Kent (dating back to 1879), Porte Prescott (dating back to 1797), Porte St. Louis and Porte St. Jean (dating back to 1694). Reserve enough time to visit this historical place and see this magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Site.