Things to do

Fortifications of Québec National Historic Site

Located in Old Québec City, the Fortifications of Québec National Historic Site offers a multitude of historical tours, costumed animations and school programs adapted to students. All of these activities take place in inspiring locations and authentic historic buildings.

Artillery Park

Travel through three centuries of social and military history while visiting historic buildings.

Two visitors following the guided tour of the fortifications of Québec with a Parks Canada guide.

Fortifications of Québec guided tour

Walk the fortifications with Parks Canada and explore the Historic District of Old Quebec, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

A group of visitors with a Parks Canada guide look at the ice box.

Saint-Louis Forts and Châteaux National Historic Site

Beneath the Dufferin Terrace, discover the ruins of Château Saint-Louis, the seat of power for French and British governors for over 200 years.

View of the upper part of the Saint-Jean gate at sunset.

Explore four historic sites across Québec City and Lévis. Enjoy a full day of activities and discover 400 years of history on both shores of the St. Lawrence.

A group of four visitors climb the stairs in the Dauphine redoubt in Artillery Park, looking up. Flags of French colonial regiments are in the background.

Canada Strong Pass, free admission

As part of the Canada Strong Pass, Parks Canada is offering free admission to national parks, national historic sites, and national marine conservation.