Guide to Quebec Hotels and QC Attractions

Quebec City is by far Canada's most historical city, it is the only city to surrounded by walls. The winter is perhaps Quebec's most spectacular time, being that it is home to the famous Winter Carnival. Looking at this city you would think its very historical in nature, but in fact has all of today's modern conveniences. Quebec over looks the St. Lawrence River and sits across from the Plains of Abraham. The downtown core is full of cobbled streets and a lot of market squares and art vendors. There are many stone houses and churches and several monuments. If you are not fluent in the language, the barrier could cause a few problems, as Quebec is 95% French speaking.

The Sugar Shack is where the famous 100% pure maple syrup is made. The sap is collected directly from little spouts coming from the tree trunk, then it is put into an evaporator where the water is then boiled. There are no additives in this production. It is here where you can see the maple syrup being filtered and produced. You can also take part as a family or an individual.

The "Economuseums" are a rare kinds of museum that focus on the traditional knowledge and techniques of various craftspeople, by showing their works through workshops and tours. There are almost 30 of different displays, arranging from handmade paper to stained glass.

Home to about twenty different gardens, one of the largest natural habitats in the world. It has 10 greenhouses, 30 outdoor gardens and a rose garden. They also feature the Chinese garden and the Japanese garden. 185 acres of pure beauty. If you love the outdoors and nature, this is the place to rejuvenate your senses and be at one with the natural surroundings.