The Musée national des beaux‑arts du Québec is one of my favourite places, and this was my second…read morevisit. I attended the Hyper Reality exhibition, which was genuinely striking -- a collection of highly realistic, bizarre, and deliberately disturbing sculptures that leave a strong impression. The museum isn't huge, but it consistently offers thoughtful, well‑curated exhibitions. For anyone who loves art, it's absolutely a must‑visit in Québec City.

Always great to support the local art museum, but this was super disappointing. Most of the…read morebuilding was closed for renovations and the other buildings were completely closed. Honestly, might have been better to discount the tickets further and/or just close the whole museum as there was so little available. Will be back again when they are fully open, NOT recommended at this time (early 2026), check their website for opening details.

Really a 4.5, certainly a very worthwhile museum. Very ambitious, thoughtfully created museum with…read morethousands of items on display and really enlightening explanations of Quebec and the larger world cultures and environment. There's also a special room with high tech drawers you can pull out to explore a variety of topics if your choice, from famous leaders in Quebec and other parts of Canada to noteworthy inventions from this province, etc.

My family and I loved the experience! Even the 3 year old and 6 year old loved it. So much to do,…read moresee, and interact with. There is something for all ages. When we arrived there was a Titanic exhibit. Unfortunately we ran out of time and energy to go to it. Hoping to be able to come back and see it. It's a wonderful learning experience - a lot of wow moments and moments of tears as we learned about the rich history of the area. There are many different "rooms" to explore, it can get crowded, so keep an eye on the little ones, as they can easily move to other rooms with the waves of people. The family favorites - the singing station, the fire exit interactive board, and "crowd surfing", influencing peoples choices through doors, by pressing colors, looking for the squirrels and of course the cafe. LOL The gift shop was great too. I was able to purchase locally made gloves, which ended up being perfect for walking around the Christmas markets. I highly recommend visiting this museum - if you are looking to do a little learning and need some indoors time.

We decided to drop in for a tour here on our second visit to Quebec City, mostly just to try…read moresomething new. The tour was about an hour long and our tour guide's English was great. Plenty of jokes and interesting descriptions about the history of the place. This building was originally a jail when it was built, intended to reflect the ideology of a British man who was set on reforming prisons. Like many countries when faced with an influx of immigration, the population housed in the jail were disproportionately made up of immigrants being punished for minor offenses. It was later converted to an English-language college that didn't last very long. The building finally wound up becoming an English-language library that now serves as the English-language cultural center of Quebec City. The library is filled with artifacts as well. And that old library smell is heavenly! The tour was a little boring, but not terribly, which is the only reason I give it 4 stars. I would have liked some more photographs from that time to be displayed throughout (even though I know they're probably incredibly rare). I did find myself checking my watch, but probably because we came in starving. If you're a history buff, library nerd, or jail hobbyist (lol), definitely try to check this place out.

This was a very enjoyable tour of a building that has been through a lot in it's life. The tour of…read morethe jail and the glimpse of living conditions during Quebec's history was excellent. The library was very beautiful. Definitely worth 90 minutes of your time.

Although this monastery listing is for the "museum" the reviews here seem to be for everything but…read moreso I'll break it down a bit: Here at this Quebec City site there's: * a free-of-charge museum; * a place of lodging (in monastery, with spa services offered); and * two places to eat, one a take-out counter and one more fine dining. I'd come for lunch at what I didn't know was the fine dining establishment and it proved more costly and hearty than desired. I stayed for lunch at the take-out counter which was nothing much to remark on except for two facts: 1. The outdoor tables from which one can enjoy the take-out lunch are in a most pleasant setting; and 2. The takeout lunch place sells Sober Carpenter non-alcoholic beer and it is the best version of that I've ever tasted. The museum on-site is quiet and serene, telling the history of the place which was the first hospital on the continent north of Mexico. Run by the Augustine sisters (nuns), this is really the history and evolution of medicine with all sorts of artifacts and information to help one appreciate how far that field has evolved. Interesting and worth a visit, most tourists don't know of this place and won't happen to stumble across it. All the more important to spread the word. The Augustinian monastery played an important role in this area's history. The whole place is serene and lovely and situated within the walls of Old Quebec. I didn't lodge here but the concept looks very unique and worth considering. Come for the lodging perhaps, but be sure to check out the museum (where everything is written in both French and English).

A meal at Le Monastere Des Augustines is a leap of faith!…read more My only clue that it will be glorious is when I picked up unforgettable snacks at their tiny boutique the day before. These were orbs of choco-pastries that melted in the mouth! They look like munchkins but the healthier kind with no added processed sugar. That's why when I found out that the still active monastery maintains a restaurant that cooked with the seasons and used only local produce, I knew I had to have a meal there. The catch is, menu is released five minutes before opening. There are no reviews online. Locals I asked don't know much either. For a traveler whose highlights of each trip are the meal experience, this is a big, big gamble . FORMAT. All I know is that it's "table d' hote" format (read pre-fixe). And as a monastery restaurant, the resident chef designs the menu on based on certain food preparation principles such as no use of alcohol, caffeine and any processed ingredients, to name a few. FOOD. Soup and salad was self-service and buffet-style. I probably went three times because the irresistible choices of organic salads with housemade dressings were so crisp, fresh and unique. Although we got all entrees, my favorite was seared horse meat . Dessert was a blurry of French names I can't pronounce and their signature tea was a great ending to the lunch service. My only regret is I didn't get to try the dinner tasting menu with six courses . Next time! Merci!

Visiting a place like Quebec City allows plenty of opportunities to delve into history. With the…read morefirst permanent trading post being built in 1608, it established a French outpost in the New World. It tells you all of Quebec's military and military engagements throughout its history. There are popular historical reenactments of major conflicts here, a light and sound show on a large-scale model of the entire area with plastic figurines, and even some interactive entertainment at the end. It's a nice bonus to stop here as you explore the city and only takes a short time. A 400-square-foot replica of the city--complete with ships, cannons, and soldiers lined up for battle--is the highlight of the museum and helps guests visualize the area's strategic importance. it is a prime location, on Saint-Anne st, across Chateau Frontenac - so you can't miss it.

This was a fun quaint museum that tries to explain the war history of Québec City. There is a…read morelittle theater that shows a three dimensional diagram of Québec City and explains how the British eventually took Québec from the French and annexed into Canada. The 30 minute if anything is an excellent break from all the walking.

This chocolate store was our family's favorite almost every night we were in Quebec City we paid…read morethem a visit. The children loved the soft serve dipped in chocolate. And I made sure to take home chocolate gifts for our family. The quality of the chocolate is amazing! And the stuff is very friendly and informative. There's also a chocolate museum attached.

While researching for my trip, I had read about Érico, a chocolate history museum on one side and a…read moredessert shop on the other. I had made a note of it, but had not thought of it as a definite stop during my visit. However, I happened to be walking down the Rue Saint-Jean when I happened to come upon it. I walked inside and was the only patron there, though it was around 10:30 in the morning at the time. I took a quick glance around the museum, but spent the bulk of my time in the store, which offered chocolate confections of all sorts, as well as pastries and gelato. I really wanted to try something, but it was so early in the morning. I also did not want to carry anything around with me all day. So, I ordered a singular Baileys Truffle that I ate immediately. The milk chocolate coated nugget was rich, creamy, and packed with Irish cream flavor. Often times, alcohol-infused chocolates do not have much potency, but that one packed a kick. I enjoyed my quick stop at Érico, but would definitely need to go back to try additional items.

it might be a hidden gem for you- one of the most scenic panoramic views of the region and notable…read morelandmarks, such as the Château Frontenac, Dufferin Terrace, and St. Lawrence River. There are two ways to get to Pierre-Dugua-De Mons Terrace. The first is to walk across Dufferin Terrace to the end of the wooden slide runs. The second is to walk up from Avenue Saint-Denis. Any photo you take at the terrace, no matter the season or the time of day, would be as pretty as a postcard. Go for a stroll along the walls of the Citadel located next to the terrace. The view here encompasses many of Quebec's famous sites: On the left, there is the eminent Chateau Frontenac, a luxury hotel built to attract visitors from around the world; in the center, there is the historic Quebec old town, a UNESCO world heritage site; and on the right is the St Lawrence river, dominating the landscape and dotted with the occasional cruise ship to bring people from far-flung lands into the city.

Visited the Plaines d'Abraham on a cold February afternoon and it truly felt like stepping into a…read morewinter postcard. The park was peaceful and quiet, with a few brave souls out cross‑country skiing and practicing their downhill skills--such a classic Québec winter scene. We took the stairs down toward the river, and the view from the top was absolutely worth it. The St. Lawrence River looks stunning framed by all that snow and open sky. For anyone interested in the historical side of the Plains, it's probably best to return once the snow has melted so you can explore the grounds more fully. But for a serene winter walk and beautiful scenery, this place is magical.

The museum exhibits themselves aren't anything to write home about, but the admission fee is worth…read moreit if you are able to join one of the tours. Only two other people joined the tour with me and sister, so it was essentially a private tour. Score! What makes the tour unique is that it takes you throughout the seminary grounds, rather than showing you stuff in the museum itself. The tour takes you to multiple buildings and up and down stairs, so if you have any accessibility requests, let the front desk know beforehand so they can check if the elevators in some of the older buildings are functioning. If you have an interest in architecture, history, or religion, you'll enjoy this tour! Definitely recommend this museum if you're able to make it on one of their tours. 3.75

Despite its location in a busy and touristy area, the museum was quite empty when I went on a…read moreweekday afternoon in the summer. I took a guided tour, where I had the chance to walk through the seminary of Quebec and other special access places that are typically closed to the public. Definitely take the guided tour if you'll be visiting this museum because it's pretty cool and a lot more fun than the exhibits inside the museum. Get your money's worth! :) Since there were only two other people besides me and my sister on the tour, it was basically like a private tour. Call the museum beforehand to check when the tour hours are. Each tour takes 1.5-2 hours since you'll be walking around to different sites. The tour ends back inside the museum, but not at the main entrance where the tour started, so I was confused and found myself lost when trying to exit the museum back into the busy streets. The exhibits inside the actual museum building are pretty standard and in my opinion somewhat dry. However, they are quite educational and the exhibit "On the Road" explains the migration of the francophones (French-speakers). There are other exhibits as well such as "Mutations" that show some interesting art pieces.

Great little museum that doesn't take too much time. There were multiple exhibitions, one great for…read moreour kids! We had a very nice time, and the employees were very friendly. Worth checking out!

Small, underrated museum that you'll probably get through in about an hour or so. I'm a fan because…read morethe exhibits tell a story rather than just displaying a bunch of random artifacts. You are able to get a good sense of the lives of the Ursulines and the young women who studied under their care. It's recommended that you start on the 1st floor, then move to the 3rd floor, and end on the 2nd floor. Bummer you can't take any pics because the embroidery was stunning!