this enchanting little city is filled to the brim with french culture, winding cobblestone streets, darling chalets, and cozy cafés. it absolutely stole our hearts. it’s the crown jewel of french canada, and a slice of europe in north america. it has the first cathedral built in north america, it hosts carnivals that draw thousands, it has character, charm, and it’s impossible not to love it. there is no other place like it in north america. i dare anyone to visit this town and not enjoy it. a very high percentage of tourists who visit quebec city later come back to it again, and i believe it because i’m already making plans for when we can visit next :) can you tell we adored it? let’s start by explaining that quebec city is perched on top of a cliff looking over the st. lawrence river. it is the only walled city in the US/canada, and it really & truly feels authentically european, but with the french candian influence. everyone walking around (including us) is in awe and wondering how they have never heard of/ made it here before.
i took one look at this street and about dropped to
the ground with happiness. this is my heaven! ^^^
also my heaven: eating croque monsieurs + warm
french onion soup in an old stone tavern watching the
rain with this guy. take me back to this lunch!!!
french foooood! why is it so good?
biggest smile all day ^^^
^^ the fall trees + gorgeous buildings +
historic cathedral were too much.
i love this picture because i loved the château and liked
this cannon — and this catches me taking it all in.
however, chase ruined it for me when he said..
“it looks like your head is about to be blown by the
cannon!” haha…now i can only think that. thanks! :)
^^ i would not complain if this was my front door.
^^ after a rainy morning {which i loved}, the sun came
out which was also so gorgeous. i can’t even imagine
how pretty quebec city is during all times of the year.
we walked along this rain-soaked boardwalk as it
dried out from the sun and admired the gorgeous château
frontenac. chase also filmed here, video coming friday!
I had no idea that’s what Quebec City looks like – it’s so charming & inviting!! Makes me want to add this to our list of places to visit! Beautiful pictures!!
Isn’t it the most charming city ever? I couldn’t believe I was in Canada when I was there, but for the -30 degree Celsius weather, plus wind chill mind you! We were there in the middle of a freezing winter and it was completely covered in ice and snow. Needless to say, it was a true winter wonderland.
I truly loved reading this post; it felt like I was back there (just on a much ‘warmer’ day)!
oh i cannot believe you went during the cold months- – we heard they are brutal! probably the only reason that EVERYONE doesn’t move to this city !!! i can imagine it’s still gorgeous though!
I have the exact same pictures of me walking through those tunnels and browsing the streets of Old Quebec City! I surprised my husband (then boyfriend) for a weekend getaway trip in February of 2013 and we flew from Toronto to Quebec during the winter – I would advise NOT to go during the winter… I wore every single layer of clothing I brought with me, and no I’m not exaggerating. But we had an amazing time, and I’m so glad you guys did too!
You’ll LOVE it! I don’t have the best hotel tips because we just did a day trip (need lots more time when we go back!) but I’ll let you know if I find any best ones!
So, so charming! Enchanting describes it perfectly. Now adding Quebec city to my travel bucketlist as well! :)
it’s magical! PLEASE go, i would love seeing your cute self there!!! :)
Amazing! Such gorgeous photos of this cute city!
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I had no idea that’s what Quebec City looks like – it’s so charming & inviting!! Makes me want to add this to our list of places to visit! Beautiful pictures!!
i know, i feel like no one knows about this place! i was shocked at how amazing it was.. a true hidden gem! i hope you go!
This place looks super cute! Love your pictures
Isn’t it the most charming city ever? I couldn’t believe I was in Canada when I was there, but for the -30 degree Celsius weather, plus wind chill mind you! We were there in the middle of a freezing winter and it was completely covered in ice and snow. Needless to say, it was a true winter wonderland.
I truly loved reading this post; it felt like I was back there (just on a much ‘warmer’ day)!
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oh i cannot believe you went during the cold months- – we heard they are brutal! probably the only reason that EVERYONE doesn’t move to this city !!! i can imagine it’s still gorgeous though!
It looks like you guys are wandering around the most charming European town ever! What a beautiful place to visit!
right?? i was pinching myself to remind myself that we weren’t in europe!!
WOW, gorgeous!!!!
Swoon! I just fell in love too! beautiful
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swoon is the perfect word for this place!
this trip looks so magical!
Ok, this is so on my list of places to travel next! It looks amazing! (PS: I LOVE your blog!)
you’re a sweetheart! i’m so glad this is now on your travel list :) it SHOULD be!
you’re a sweetheart! i’m so glad this is now on your travel list :) it SHOULD be!
had no idea quebec was so incredibly charming. wow. it looks like a fairy tale!
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i know! best discovery! it FELT like a fairy tale.
This genuinely looks like a dream. I love that you love the rain. I completely agree that it seems to make everything a touch more romantic!
kindred rain lovers!
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We stayed in the Chateau Frontenac once… you’ll definitely have to go back!
I have the exact same pictures of me walking through those tunnels and browsing the streets of Old Quebec City! I surprised my husband (then boyfriend) for a weekend getaway trip in February of 2013 and we flew from Toronto to Quebec during the winter – I would advise NOT to go during the winter… I wore every single layer of clothing I brought with me, and no I’m not exaggerating. But we had an amazing time, and I’m so glad you guys did too!
k literally that’s mine and Will’s next trip…….
you think i am kidding but that all looks like a dream!!!!!!
Looks like an amazing city :)
Do you have any recommendations of where to stay/things to do here? We’re headed up this fall and I’m over the moon about it!
You’ll LOVE it! I don’t have the best hotel tips because we just did a day trip (need lots more time when we go back!) but I’ll let you know if I find any best ones!