Best Museums in Quebec City

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"The 4 buildings making up this museum complex sit where history was made on the Plains of Abraham in the Upper Town of Old Québec. The museum is home to over 40,000 works, the largest collection of art from Québec. Discover artists from Québec and abroad, a remarkable variety of old masterpieces and modern art, and the Family Gallery with exhibits and workshops for everyone."

"Citadelle of Québec, North America’s largest bastion let’s you appreciate an astonishing view over Saint-Lawrence river. Musée national des Beaux-Arts du Québec, an excellent art museum, one of the most interesting in the region. Go discover french colony paintings, as well as Québecois abstract art."

"The Citadel of Quebec is the largest fortress in North America still occupied by troops. It’s Canada’s oldest military building dating back to the 1600s. The Citadel is a must-see for anyone interested in the military history of Quebec City."

"Steeped in history and heritage, the monastery was the first North American hospital outside of Mexico. Step inside to explore, and discover thousands of artifacts that trace the evolution of medicine. To make the most of your visit, tour the museum, enjoy a relaxing overnight stay in a simple yet comfortable room, refuel with a meal prepared by a chef renowned for healthy food, and join in a wellness workshop."

"This 17th century monastery turned wellness center is my top pick for vegans and vegetarians. If you like a quiet atmosphere, history and yoga, I highly recommend staying at the Monastére des Augustines. Breakfast is eaten in silence as a throwback to the Augustinian sisters’ tradition, who have lived in this building for centuries."

"The Musée des Ursulines de Québec is an art and history museum that offers important insight into the women who came from Europe into New France in the early settlement of the colony. There are more than 30,000 artifacts preserved in this quaint and beautiful little museum – a quiet spot to visit amid the bustle of Old Quebec."

"The mid-18th-century classical French Maison Chevalier is another fine example of urban architecture in New France. A former hotel, it was the first building in the Place-Royale area to be restored in the 1950s. The current structure is really three separate houses from three distinctive periods: Maison de l'Armateur Chevalier (home of a former shipowner), built in a square in the 1750s; Maison Frérot, with a mansard roof (1683); and Maison Chesnay, dating from 1660."

"O’Neill House, a typical example of Québec architecture, is located near walkways in the Parc des Saules. Visitors can see a permanent historical exhibit recounting the arrival of the O’Neills, an immigrant family, in the mid-19th century. During the summer season, various shows are presented at its outdoor kiosk."

"Their extensive list of cocoa-filled creations encompasses candies, pastries and even a whole hot-chocolate menu. Dive even deeper into the world of chocolate, their chocolate museum next door is a treat for all the senses.634 rue Saint-Jean"

"Built in the first third of the 18th century, Maison des Jésuites de Sillery was leased to British merchants at the end of the Seven Years War (1756–1763). In 1929 the home was classified a historic monument. Managed and developed by the Borough of Sainte-Foy–Sillery–Cap-Rouge, it houses a collection of hundreds of archeological and ethnological objects of aboriginal, French, and English origin."

"Built in the early 18th-century, Maison des Jésuites de Sillery was home to the first Jésuite mission in Quebec. Today, it is a historic landmark, museum and interpretation centre."

"Located in Les Halles Cartier, Restaurant Le Graffiti is a modern, elegant restaurant that specializes in French-Italian fare and fine wines from an extensive wine list. Located on Cartier Street in the heart of Quebec City, Graffiti exudes a warm and welcoming ambiance and serves an inventive menu of farm-to-table fare created by Chef Yannick Fortin with dishes like roast lamb with fines herbs, Nagano pork risotto, and a variety of sweetbreads. The cuisine is accompanied by a variety of libations, including casual French wines, craft beers on tap and by the bottle, and classic cocktails made with top-shelf spirits."

"Le Graffiti has one of the largest and best stocked wine cellars in Canada – approximately 5000 bottles. The menu doesn't play second fiddle either, with brilliant Italian and Provençal cuisine, expertly prepared and lovingly served. Specialties include sautéed rabbit with pureed carrot and attractive fresh lobster entrées."

"Located in trendy Saint-Roch, this tavern-inspired, modern yet rough-around-the-edges restaurant pays homage to the land of the rising sun in flavour, colour, and texture. Every char-grilled yakitori is an ode to Japan, best shared with friends. Expect imported sakes, original cocktails, and lots of umami."

"For a break from French-Canadian dishes, visit this Japanese haunt where you can share plates of sushi, yakitori and sip on sake in a hip atmosphere with unstained wood benches, concrete walls and a touch of greenery."

"La Piazz Boîte à Chansons - literally translated as "Singing box" - is a perfect spot for an evening of live singing and fun, with a great atmosphere every night. If you feel brave enough (or already had a few drinks) you can go on stage and take the mic yourself."

"Though it has a full menu (mains $17 to $23, steaks $38) and restaurant seating, the main focus of this iconic spot in place since 1973 is the bar, which is really a pub as we see it. Try any of the local..."

"The Saint-Sauveur sector of Quebec’s lower city is host to some of the most vibrant food experiences in town, and Kraken Cru tops the list. Inspired by North America’s east coast raw bars, the kitchen serves local oysters (from the Magdalene Islands, Prince Edward Island, and New Brunswick) and delicate dishes that reveal the wild and untouched flavours of the sea. Expect an energetic vibe where shots are … well, mandatory."

"A post shared by Tim Lemke (@timlemke) on Jul 16, 2016 at 3:32pm PDT. Kraken Cru is a small restaurant in Saint-Sauveur with a bright red exterior, bare-bones interior, and one of the most revered oyster bars in Quebec City. Run by the team behind restaurants such as Patente et Machin, and Albacore, the food at Kraken Cru is of equal quality."

"The scene: A prestigious and long-established fine dining establishment, Restaurant Le Continental has been delighting hungry diners with the finest traditional French fare in sophisticated, charismatic environs since 1956. Set inside a historic building which dates back to 1845 and located just steps away from the remarkable Chateau Frontenac, the restaurant is deeply rooted in tradition and offers a classic French menu to match. With signature delicacies from escargots with garlic butter and Atlantic smoked salmon with capers to sole Meuniere and chateaubriand, Restaurant Le Continental presents all the dishes which determined French cuisine as one of the finest in the world."

"is a prestigious and long-established dining spot in Quebec City; since 1956, this restaurant has been offering the finest traditional French fare in a charming and sophisticated atmosphere. Located in a house built in 1845 by the Honourable Jean-Thomas Taschereau, judge of the Canadian Supreme Court, Le Continental is situated a few steps away from the Château Frontenac, a National Historic Site. Its menu presents gourmet delicacies, flambées and specialties such as chateaubriand, orange duckling or filet mignon."

"The name says it all - Café de Paris is there to offer you that small piece of France on Canadian soil. Get ready to sit back and relax as you enjoy a good steak or just a cup of coffee. The food is honest, the staff helpful and the location great."

"Though it has a full menu (mains $17 to $23, steaks $38) and restaurant seating, the main focus of this iconic spot in place since 1973 is the bar, which is really a pub as we see it. Try any of the local..."

"This large bakery and pastry shop—which features a dining area with several tables that allow customers to eat on site—makes one of the city’s widest ranges of pastries, cakes, breads, and ready-to-eat dishes such as soups, quiches and pizza slices. Sorbets, gelati, macarons, fine chocolates, and truffles are all house made too."

"A post shared by Denise Jackson (@denisejacksonart) on Nov 3, 2016 at 11:01am PDT. Something less commercial?. Try Le Croquembouche, a busy, spacious bakery and pastry shop named after the French pastry-ball tower dessert."

"perfect place for fresh morning pastries #quebeccity #boulangerie #food #instagood #venturingvoyager. Une publication partagée par victoria (@venturingvoyager) le 10 Juil."