{"id":72763,"date":"2023-10-21T00:18:03","date_gmt":"2023-10-21T04:18:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/?p=72763"},"modified":"2023-10-21T00:21:16","modified_gmt":"2023-10-21T04:21:16","slug":"4-must-see-locations-in-quebec-and-4-tips-to-get-the-most-from-your-trip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/72763\/4-must-see-locations-in-quebec-and-4-tips-to-get-the-most-from-your-trip\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Must-See Locations in Quebec &#8211; and 4 Tips to Get the Most From Your Trip (with Videos!)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mention Quebec and most people will only think of one of two places; Montreal or Quebec City. Quebec City, the world renowned <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/whc.unesco.org\/en\/list\/300\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UNESCO site<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, mostly shows the historic side while Montreal leans more towards the cosmopolitan aspect. These are special places in their own right but Quebec offers more than meets the eye.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You would expect no less of a province with 47 national parks all with different natural attractions. Quebec has some of the prettiest fjords you will ever see (the Saguenay Fjord) and a scenic coastline featuring lighthouses and rocky coves at the Gaspe Peninsula. We even almost forgot about one of the world\u2019s first whale-watching spots located in Tadoussac.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Watch this video to get a glimpse of some of the beautiful national parks in Quebec:<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"lazyload\" title=\"YouTube video player\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1Yf4tukuHAg?si=xB0GOVvUba4FUm-f\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are lots of places to see in Quebec and this guide will show you just what you are missing out on if you are yet to visit this beautiful province.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 Must See Locations<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Montreal<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any visit to Quebec will most likely start with the largest city in the province; <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/31113\/adventures-in-montreal\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Montreal<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It is a beautiful global city with great food, exciting history, cultural and geographical highlights, and captivating nightlife. Once you get enough rest after your flight, it is time to travel an hour north to the Laurentian Mountains.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mont-Tremblant village is the most popular town. Only ninety minutes from Montreal, this destination offers a skiing experience you will get nowhere else. It also has the best golf courses you could find in the whole of Quebec. You can also go to the Mont-Tremblant National Park for hiking and a view of the scenic \u201cLa Roche\u201d during autumn.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Watch this video to learn more about Mont-Tremblant:<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"lazyload\" title=\"YouTube video player\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xbaMJfhc9J0?si=R55BhvmoHj1SjbTa\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To the south of Montreal, you will find the Eastern Townships which are just a few kilometers away from the US border. It is an area filled with lakes and mountains with some beautiful towns like Sutton, North Hatley, and Mahog.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Quebec City<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A three hour drive to the east of Montreal will lead you to Quebec City, the capital of Quebec province and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While in the city, make sure you visit Chateau Frontenac which faces the St. Lawrence river. The city has a charming European feel which endears it to new visitors with many enjoying wandering along the streets of Old Town.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the outskirts of Quebec City, you will find the scenic Montmorency Falls, the highest waterfall in the province.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Driving east of the city will lead you to Charlevoix region to find the first rural settlements in the province. You must check out <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tourisme-charlevoix.com\/en\/sectors\/baie-saint-paul\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Baie St. Paul<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to see the beautiful galleries.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Watch this to get a glimpse:<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"lazyload\" title=\"YouTube video player\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gyFP-kWzxGk?si=vgUupirlqWpCXFUA\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Outaouais&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outaouais is towards the west of Quebec and borders Ontario close to Hull. Hull may not be a beautiful city but it is home to the Canadian Museum of History. While there, you can also check out the Gatineau Park, a beautiful hilly park with significant historical relevance. It is home to the Mackenzie King Estate and the conference center at Meech Lake.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The geographical beauty lies in two locations. The Champlain lookout offers scenic views of the countryside and the Ottawa river. The Pink Lake is a small countryside lake with calm waters and an emerald hue.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Watch this to get a glimpse of Gatineau Park:<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"lazyload\" title=\"YouTube video player\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KZMiPpAMlKI?si=4Yr0w7Ac0ksh9kbB\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Parc Omega<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A safari is a savannah affair but there is the Canadian version of it and one that you can only experience at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.authentikcanada.com\/en\/activities\/park-omega-wildlife-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parc Omega<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This location between Montreal and Ottawa is a safari park where you can drive through in your own car. Buy some carrots before you start your drive to the 9-mile route.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The safari park is lined with rocky hills on either side of the road, valleys, meadows, forests, and lakes. Hold your carrot out of the window and watch an ibex or deer come over for a bite. You will have to stop at one point as a herd of beaver and boar cross the road.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watch this to get a glimpse:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><iframe class=\"lazyload\" title=\"YouTube video player\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/WJxsc5QYOcU?si=jJX-__zdMajVADqT\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 Tips to Get the Most from Your Trip<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Polish Your French<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quebec is French soil and they have some of the most stringent language laws globally. French is the predominant language and must be treated as such. Even retail and food service employees will greet their customers in French. There are even laws to determine whether or not a parent can send their children to French or English school.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quebec has an entity known as the OQLF (Office qu\u00e9b\u00e9cois de la langue fran\u00e7aise) which enforces language laws and even issues fines to those who don\u2019t comply. To have a smooth experience, you may want to quickly take <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lingoda.com\/en\/french\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">interactive and engaging French lessons<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> before booking your flight. Most of the locals speak French as a first language so you could find it difficult to communicate if you only know English (might remind you of visiting Paris :).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Exchange Your Money at a Currency Center<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quebec, like the rest of Canada, uses the Canadian dollar as the main currency but there are some locations that accept the US dollar. However, you will get poor exchange rates on foreign currencies which could leave you with less money.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best thing to do would be to exchange your money at a recognized exchange center or use your credit card. Canadians have a tipping culture almost similar to that of the Americans but the tips average about fifteen percent of the price.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Move Around on Foot<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quebec may have lots of hills and valleys but most of the towns are walkable. This is a chance to have a closer experience with the area and its folks, all while keeping some cash in your pocket and staying active.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you need to travel far, you can catch an Uber or hop on the local bus. The bus even has passes for a single day or a whole five days, so you can grab the one that suits how many days you plan to be around.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Mark Your Calendar for Festivals<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quebec is a cultural destination so it\u2019s obvious they have a few festivals lined up across the year. The earliest one comes in February in Downtown Quebec City. The Quebec Winter Carnival has been an annual celebration since its debut in 1955. It is one of the largest winter festivals in the world and one you wouldn\u2019t want to miss.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The summer festival comes in Early July and is one of the largest music festivals you will find on that side of the world. There is also the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/39074\/new-france-festival-quebec\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New France festival<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> celebrated in August to showcase period costumes, historical tours, and public performances.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>To conclude&#8230;<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are so many things to see and do in Quebec and missing out on any of them could ruin your holiday. Be sure to improve your French before booking your flight and change your currency upon entry.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mention Quebec and most people will only think of one of two places; Montreal or Quebec City. Quebec City, the world renowned UNESCO site, mostly shows the historic side while Montreal leans more towards the cosmopolitan aspect. 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