Christmas in Quebec City is magical as you will find plenty of snow, decorations, and a cozy atmospheres. The Old Quebec and the surrounding areas are decorated and illuminated with Christmas lights from early December into the New Year and till mid-January. There are plenty of events like concerts and family activities which you can surely enjoy with your family and friends, this will make your Christmas experience fabulous.
Christmas Attractions and Events in Quebec City
Throughout the month of December and January, you will experience the enchantment of the holiday season with QuebecAdabra! This is surely a magical Christmas place and you will be charmed by the atmosphere. It is the city’s nicest area which would be impregnated with the holiday season. Also you must see the Fantasmagorie; this includes the numerous gathering as well the famous and the electrifying countdown on 31st December. Besides you can also take the Old Quebec tour as you will walk through the heart of the Old Quebec to the Petit Champlain neighborhood. The tour also includes a visit of the market and the tasty regional products.
Since the temperature reaches -10 degrees in December in Quebec another attraction of Christmas in the city is skiing. You can enjoy the white Christmas at the foot of the slopes with the Santa Clause. There is also a very traditional party in Stoneham with a gourmet supper to make it a memorable holiday vacation. There are various fun activities like treasure hunts and these activities and holiday spirit would be from November 18 to December 22, 2011. If you are here with the family and children, then do not miss the Toy Parade that is especially dedicated to the children as there are bass bands, mascots, entertainers and this parade will take you to the heart of the Christmas magic in downtown Quebec City.
If you are coming to enjoy the Christmas in Quebec City, make sure you visit the very impressive Montmorency Falls which is just few minutes away from the City. This is a spectacular site and after the 400th anniversary of the Quebec, the whole surrounding park is illuminated which even makes this place more impressive and enchanting.
Where to Eat in Quebec City
When you are in Quebec City there are plenty of places for you to grab a bite:
- Café-Boulangerie Paillard is a certified organic bakery, sandwich bar, ice-cream parlor, pastry counter and summer pizza shop, which is known for its whole-grain breads, artisan gelato, French pastries and gourmet sandwiches. It is located in the Upper Town in Quebec City and has a convivial atmosphere with long wooden tables to get the customers to talk to each other frankly.
- Laurie Raphaël Restaurant-Atelier-Boutique contains both the local and regional foods. There is a seven-course menu available in the restaurant with wines complementing the course. The exclusive food and product lines of this Lower Town Restaurant are surely not be missed.
- Panache restaurant has enchanting wooden floors beams from building’s warehouse days. The chef of the restaurant has mixed some traditional French Canadian cuisine with some modern touches. The menu of the restaurant changes seasonally but there are few things that you will find all around the year like maple=-glazed breast of duck. There is also a seven-course meal with some exclusive wine selections available.
Where to stay in Quebec for Christmas?
Looking for a place to stay in Quebec City, one of these hotels is perfect for a Christmas holiday.
- Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac – This is excellent hotel with lovely grounds, atmosphere, staff and food. The hotel is located centrally with makes an easy walking access to all the wonderful places and sites of the Old Quebec City. This is more than a hotel; this is known to be the symbol of the city.
- Auberge Le Vincent is a 4 star hotel which has amalgamated the historic and contemporary style perfectly. This is one of the first choices of the tourists as it is located centrally in the Quebec City and allows an easy access to all the attractions of the city like Parliament, Museums, bus and train stations etc. The Hotel also offers all the basic amenities like free high speed internet, the various showerheads in the bathrooms etc.
- Hotel Le Germain-Dominion is also a modern hotel with all the basic and modern amenities like free high speed internet, fitness center, room service, wheelchair access and so on.
Make sure you enjoy the white magical Christmas in Quebec City and make your holidays truly memorable with your family and friends.
