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St. Matthew Protestant Church
Henry-Stuart House 0
Constructed between 1878 and 1882, the church,
whose design was inspired from St. Oswald’s Church
in Liverpool, has since been transformed into a library.
You can go inside to admire its architectural features,
including the original stained-glass windows and
woodwork. The cemetery behind the church dates
back to 1772, making it one of the oldest in the
province. A Mobile Application (Apple devices only)
under St. Matthew’s Cemetery (Québec) By Ville de
Québec provides a virtual tour of the site.
Hours: Early May to Mid-November.
82, Grande Allée Ouest
418-647-4347, ext. 201 • 1-800-494-4347 www.actionpatrimoine.ca/mhs/accueil.htm
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This authentic English cottage (1849) and historic
English garden tell about the life and times of the
Stuart family, who lived here from 1918 to 1988.
You can take a guided tour of the house, a designated
historical monument. Hours: closed on Monday and
Tuesday from end of June to Labour Day. Guided
tours. Upon reservation for groups. Tea and cakes
served after the tour.
Maison Krieghoff (house)
Quartier Montcalm
Boulevard René-Lévesque
This boulevard is one of the main thoroughfares in
Upper Town. Given its location and the fact it stretches
from downtown to the university, many bus routes,
including the Métrobus, travel at least partway along
its length. René-Lévesque is also a favourite route for
local parades, such as one of the two for the Québec
Winter Carnival.
Avenue Cartier
A stroll along avenue Cartier in the Montcalm District
will lead you past about a hundred local shops.
You are sure to appreciate the bustling atmosphere,
fine grocery shops and trendy specialized boutiques.
This avenue was named in memory of politician
George-Étienne Cartier.
Grande Allée
The road that never sleeps! There is always a crowd
here at any time of the day or night, be it families
out for a walk or party-goers going bar hopping.
A number of restaurants, bars and buildings with
impressive architecture are located on this street.
The name Grande Allée goes back to the French
Administration; in those days this was the road
linking Québec and the Amerindian mission in
Sillery. Also known as the Québec Champs Élysées,
at one time Grande Allée was the most fashionable
street in town. It is lined with buildings of diverse
architectural styles, typical of Victorian times.
Several Second Empire residences were built here
(677-695, Grande Allée Est), influenced by
Hôtel du Parlement architecture.
Photo credit: Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec
This house is located at 115 Grande Allée Ouest.
The Dutch painter Cornelius Krieghoff lived
in 1859, and a plaque dedicated to him
can be found on the grounds.
Musée national des beaux-arts
du Québec (museum)
2 $
Parc des Champs-de-Bataille
418-643-2150 • 1-866-220-2150 www.mnbaq.org
An unforgettable rendez-vous with the works of
Québec’s greatest artists, including Jean-Paul
Riopelle, Jean Paul Lemieux and Alfred Pellan.
The Musée also presents exhibitions showcasing
Canadian art, international art and an exceptional
exhibition of Inuit art. Located in the heart of a
magnificent park, the Musée houses the former
Québec City prison, which visitors can tour. Restaurant
with terrace, giftshop, activities. Hours: closed on
Monday. Reduced rates for groups. [ Ad p. 18 ]
Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec
www.quebecregion.com
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Plains of Abraham
(Battlefields Park)
2 $
Created in 1908, Battlefields Park commemorates
the clashes between the British and French armies
of Wolfe and Montcalm (1759), and then Murray
and Lévis (1760). A host of recreational, cultural
and historical activities are held on the Plains
of Abraham, located in downtown Québec City.
In the summer, you can enjoy a concert at the
Edwin-Bélanger Bandstand or take the historical
Abraham’s Bus tour. Interactive themed tours and
educational activities are available to youth and adult
groups throughout the year, upon reservation. The
beautiful Joan of Arc Garden pays homage to the
heroes of 1759–1760. Family activities are held here on
Halloween. The garden is also decorated in the winter.
In the summer, Martello Tower 1 features “Attention,
gunner of the Martello tower”. With a smart tablet,
experience augmented reality and discover in real time
period animation superimposed on the tower’s setting.
The Governor’s Promenade and Grey and PierreDugua-De Mons terraces afford breathtaking views
of the St. Lawrence River year-round. Many foot and
bike paths, snowshoeing and cross-country ski trails,
and bus tour route. The multiplatform application
“My Mobile Plains” features close to 200 points
of interest of the park (tablet rental also available
at the Plains of Abraham Museum). [ Ad p. 4 ]
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Monument to Charles-de-Gaulle
This monument was erected in honour of this
French statesman, who supported development
of franco-québecois relations during the sixties.
The sculpture is by Fabien Pagé (1997).
Monument to Montcalm
In Général-De Montcalm Square stands a monument
to this French hero of the Battle of the Plains of
Abraham (1759). The statue was created by sculptor
Léopold Morice and architect Paul Chabert in 1911.
Plains of Abraham
Photo credit: Luc-Antoine Couturier
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Colline parlementaire
Promenade des Premiers-Ministres
In this district are located many provincial
government offices, the Parliament Building,
the offices of many businesses and companies,
several residential and commercial streets,
and a number of parks.
Stretching from avenue Honoré-Mercier to rue
De La Chevrotière, this walkway overlooking
boulevard René-Lévesque is lined with a series
of interpretation panels summarizing the political
careers of each of Québec’s premiers since
Confederation (1867).
Parc de l’Amérique-Française
Located in front of the Grand Théâtre de Québec,
this park is dedicated to all North American
French-speaking communities.
Marie-Guyart Building
This building (1967-1972), is where the offices of
the Ministry of Education are located. Marie Guyart
founded the first Ursuline convent and first school
for girls in North America in 1639. “Une capitale sur
la colline”, an illustrated exhibit on the history and
architecture of Parliament Hill is presented in the
tunnel linking Place Québec and the Marie-Guyart
Building. Fifteen images with detailed descriptions.
Open from 6 a.m. to midnight. Near the entrance
to this building is a sculpture by Charles Daudelin
called “1+1=1” (1996).
Observatoire de la Capitale
3 Honoré-Mercier Building
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Édifice Marie-Guyart,
1037, De La Chevrotière, 31st stage
418-644-9841 • 1-888-497-4322 (Canada) www.observatoire-capitale.com
A 360° view of Québec City from 221 m (725’) up.
The expansive windows afford a spectacular view
of the maze of streets below, the St.Lawrence river,
Île d’Orléans and mountains in the surrounding area.
Learn about the history of Québec City through an
interactive tour that is like going on a journey
through time.The first place to visit! Guided tours
and educational activities for groups also available.
Hours: Thanksgiving (mid-October) to January 31,
closed on Monday. [ Ad p. 45 ]
This building is another example of Beaux-Arts
architecture. It houses the Executive Council, Cabinet
Room and Premier’s Office. The block comprising the
Parliament, Pamphile-Le May and Honoré-Mercier
Buildings has been designated a Québec heritage
site for its historical and symbolic significance.
Monument to René-Lévesque
René Lévesque was the 23rd premier of Québec
(from 1976 to 1985). Among his notable achievements
include the Charter of the French Language and the
provincial law on the funding of political parties.
The bronze statue is by artist Fabien Pagé.
Monument to Robert-Bourassa
Robert Bourassa, the 22nd premier of Québec
(1970-1976 and 1985-1994). The work is by
sculptor Jules Lasalle.
L’Inuksuk
This monument (2002) erected as a sign of
friendship between Québec and the Inuit.
Monument to Jean-Lesage
Monument to Jean Lesage, Québec’s 19th premier
(1960-1966) and the father of the Quiet Revolution.
The work is by artist Annick Bourgeau.
Photo credit: Luc-Antoine Couturier
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Pamphile-Le May Building
This building (1910-1916) is home to the National
Assembly Library, it was named in honour of the
first parliamentary librarian after Confederation.
Parliament Building
3 1045, rue des Parlementaires
418-643-7239 • 1-866-337-8837 www.assnat.qc.ca
Built between 1877 and 1886, the Parliament
Building houses the National Assembly (provincial
legislature). The façade, with its bronze statues,
is illuminated at night. Two sculptures by
Louis-Philippe Hébert stand outside the front
of the building. Above the main entrance hangs
the Québec coat of arms and motto, both adopted in
1939. The provincial flag flies from the central tower.
Guided tours (French, English, Spanish and Italian)
upon reservation. Groups numbering 10 or more
should book ahead.
Tourny Fountain
Across from the Parliament Building stands this
magnificent fountain, a gift from La Maison Simons
(a local family-owned retail store) to the City of
Québec for its 400th anniversary. Passers-by often
stop to admire the 43 fountain heads and figures
adorning this impressive monument, which measures
7 m (21 ft.) high and 4 m (13 ft.) in diameter.
In the evening, the fountain is illuminated.
Tourny Fountain
Monument to Honoré-Mercier
Work by Paul Chevré (1912). Honoré Mercier was
the ninth premier of Québec (1887 to 1891) and
a staunch defender of provincial autonomy within
the Canadian Confederation.
Monument to Louis-Hippolyte-La Fontaine
Work by sculptor Henri Hébert (1921), which was
reinstalled in 2003. Louis-Hippolyte La Fontaine was
a reformist who, along with Robert Baldwin, jointly
led the first government of the Province of Canada
from 1848 to 1851.
Monument to Louis-Joseph-Papineau
Louis-Joseph Papineau was speaker of the House
of Assembly of Lower Canada from 1815 to 1838.
The sculpture is the work of Suzanne Gravel
and Yvon Milliard.
Monument to Maurice-Duplessis
Maurice Duplessis, the 16th premier of Québec
(1936–1939 and 1944–1959). This sculpture was
created by Émile Brunet (1960).
Monument to women in politics
Created by sculptor Jules Lasalle, this statue
is a tribute to those who played a leading role
in demanding and obtaining the right to vote
for women in Québec.
Parliament Building
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Photo credits: Luc-Antoine Couturier ; Guy Lessard
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Monument to Adélard-Godbout
Adélard Godbout, Québec’s 15th premier
(1936 and 1939–1944) and the man whose
government passed legislation giving women
the right to vote in 1940. This statue was created
by sculptor Michel Binette (2000).
Parc de la Francophonie
This park pays homage to the international agency
fostering cultural and technical cooperation among
French-speaking states. Names of the 68 member
countries and governments are listed on two
interpretation panels.
Voltigeurs de Québec Drill Hall
This magnificent architecture is recognized as part of
the country’s national heritage. Built in 1885, it was
designed by Eugène-Étienne Taché, the same architect
who drew the plans for the Parliament Building.
It was consumed by a terrible fire on April, 2008.
Plains of Abraham Museum
2 $
835 Wilfrid-Laurier Avenue, level 0
418-649-6157 • 1-855-649-6157 www.theplainsofabraham.ca
Year-round: exhibition on artefacts, My Mobile Plains
app and tablet rental. Summer: guided bus tour,
exhibition on objects from the New France colony.
Winter: guided old-time snowshoe tour, cross-country
ski and snowshoe trails and rental. New (from April):
Battles 1759-1760, a new multimedia immersive
exhibition about the siege of Québec and the battles
of the Plains of Abraham. Plunge right into the heart
of the Seven Years’ War. [ Ad p. 4 ]
Cross of Sacrifice
This monument was erected near the entrance to the
Plains of Abraham in memory of soldiers who died
during the First World War. A commemorative ceremony
is held every year on November 11, the anniversary
of Armistice Day.
Monument to François-Xavier-Garneau
Statue of the country’s first French-Canadian historian,
François-Xavier Garneau, which was completed in
1912 by Paul Chevré. Garneau wrote his major work,
History of Canada, from 1845 to 1848.
Photo credits: Guy Lessard www.quebecregion.com
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