There's a choice of a simple 2 minute walk down halfway through wooden stairs to the wooden…read moreswinging bridge or a few minutes going down more steep wooden stairs to walk over jagged rocks to the falls during low tide where we saw people fishing. We first weren't going to walk over uneven rock's all the way to the falls because it was getting late, but my boys were way ahead and wouldn't stop when we yelled for them to return, so we ended up following them and I'm glad we did. When I arrived around the corner, there were 3 more falls behind the tall rock formation, hidden in a nook so maybe you can see if from the right side of the bridge or the wooden walk, but you can't take a great panoramic picture of all of at once. It was spectacular to see different waterfall formations altogether up close. However, be careful because some parts can be slippery and you need a lot of balance to walk on the rocks. A friend of mine scraped his leg tripping over the rocks, so going to the bridge may be a better option for those who can't make the trip to the falls. People also fish near the falls and saw huge fish in a bucket. There 's a lot of free parking at the waterfall area, a concession stand that sells icecream, slushies and drinks that close at 7pm (that barely spoke english, so i'm glad i had my son to help order in french) and a restroom before going to the falls.

We visited the falls on an excursion with our cruise. Overall it is worth the visit. The falls…read moreare stunningly beautiful, especially if you are up for walking, the entire circle, up the stairs and through the woods back to the manor house. Gorgeous. However, given that this is a "natural attraction" I was very disappointed that the otherwise lovely boardwalk was infested with many invasive species, like Japanese Knotweed. I think when making nature the focus of an attraction, it should be protected better than seems to be the case, at least along the boardwalk. Also of note .. you can easily take the funicular down and up to avoid much walking if need be. Clean facilities at the bottom and top.

The park contains a renovated complex of fortifications that the French originally began building…read morein 1712. Construction was paused when a treaty was signed with the British the following year. Subsequently, the defenses were replaced by more formidable fortifications at the top of the cliffs and the buildings were converted to barracks 30 years later. The current site includes the foundry and arsenal that produced artillery shells and other ammunition for the French, the British, and through World war fought by the Canadians. The current building provides a history of the site. The first floor has a recreation of the crowded French enlisted men's quarters in which they cooked and ate their meals in the same room as they slept. The second floor, meanwhile, is reconstructed as the British officers' quarters with a comfortable lounge with comfortable chairs and mahogany gaming tables, a large, formal dining room, and a hearth manned by a cook who officers hired to prepare their meals. The third floor houses the officer's sleeping quarters and the apartment of the superintendent of the foundry. It is furnished with early 20th-century furniture and furnishings.

A visit to Artillery Park attractions includes the Arsenal, the Dauphine Redoubt, and the Officer's…read moreQuarters and can be accomplished along with a Parks Canada guide or managed on your own, with no guide. The cost for both is minimal, only slightly more for a guided tour, so I sprung for the guided tour which consisted, in total, of the guide and my party of two. The Arsenal is fully self-guided. The Officer's Quarters too, after an introduction from a guide prior to entering. The Redoubt (where soldiers slept/ate/lived) is the only place where a guide actually walks you through and tells you what life was like here at the time the Redoubt was operational. Guides here dress in period costume (a "thing" in these parts) and a few are surprising guest stars on your guided tour. That is, they interact with you as if they are a character from that time and place. It's both inspired and amusing. On the day of my visit though, staff had been shuffled to another event so only one costumed actor popped up but my silly enjoyment of that character made me believe that I'd have liked the tour even more with the full complement of actors present. Touring the grounds and Redoubt with a guide is worth doing. Without it, I'd have had little idea what I was seeing and in this location, a Unesco Heritage site, it seems worth the small investment.

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 promenade Samuel-De Champlain is a large green space that extends along the St. Lawrence River…read more A gift from the provincial government to Québec City for its 400th anniversary in 2008, 1,500 trees were planted in the newly landscaped park. It restored access to the mighty waterway for Québec City residents. Great place to bike / rollerblade / walk / along the scenic 1.5 mile shoreline path while enjoying the modern artwork. But it's cold & windy in the Winter!

Splendid place d'Armes in Quebec is a great spot to use as an embarkation point. No signs, nothing…read moreintrusive. Just a sloped green with eateries! Review: 5

This park is across from the pretty, cafe-lined Rue St. Anne in Upper Quebec. Two arts venues ran…read moreoff of it. Rue de Tresor, on which the Old Law Courts building (formerly a monastery) is located, has streets lined with art produced and being sold by local artists. Surrounded by tourist attractions and historic architecture, this tree-filled park and public square is said to be the hub of Old Québec. Given its strategic location next to the Tourist Information Centre, Château Frontenac, and Dufferin Terrace. In the middle of the park is a Gothic fountain on which stands the Faith Monument (monument de la Foi) commemorating the three-hundredth anniversary of the arrival of the Recollet Fathers in Québec. It is the departure point for many guided tours of the city, as well as the boarding point for various motorcoach excursions.

We visited here on a rainy weekday, and, we didn't have to wait in lineups. There are 2 parkings…read moreavailable one a the bottom of gondola and the other one close to the restaurant and falls. You have to pay for all-day parking and you can leave and come back as many times as you want during that date. The views are spectacular; you have a great view of Québec City and Île d'Orleans and the falls view is beautiful. Walking on the suspended bridge and enjoying the the views is so worth it. Unfortunately we visited on a rainy weekday day, and we couldn't enjoy the zip lines; also, it's only available on weekends.

The Montmorency Falls were very impressive! They were not as wide as Niagara Falls, but they were…read moreactually steeper. The building at the ground-level main entrance offered a small gift shop and a snack bar. From there, you could either climb an insane amount of stairs to the crest or take a cable car. I was tight on time, so I took the cable car in both directions. It was a brief, peaceful ride that moved VERY slowly. Once we arrived at the top, there was basically a standard park. It had a small "garden" that was really just a few rows of flowers, a very nice gift shop of high-end and unique items, a restaurant with an outdoor terrace, and simply your standard park greenery. There was a cool "suspension" bridge over the top of the Falls, but it was made of heavy concrete, rather than some rickety old planks, so it was not as scary as it sounded. All in all, I thought the Montmorency Falls and the incredibly picturesque views were spectacular, but, otherwise, the Parc itself was really not that unusual. If you rode the cable cars instead of climbing the stairs, I really do not think you would need more than an hour there.