Your Québec City Bucket List

Going to Europe can cost a lot of money and take a lot of time. Where do you go when you want Europe's feel without the hassle of international travel? Québec City is your destination. French is the city's official language — and approximately 80% of residents are Francophone (meaning they speak French). The language, combined with immutable old-world charm, makes it easy to forget you're still in North America.

Be sure to wear comfortable shoes! This enchanting city has winding cobblestone streets and hills to climb. Breathtaking views make every step worth the effort.

01 Snap a selfie at the Château Frontenac

 

Château Frontenac is an opulent, five-star hotel that holds the Guinness World Record for "Most Photographed Hotel in the World." It's easy to see why. The 20-year-old castle has an instantly recognizable verdigris copper roof that stands out from the rest of the city's skyline.

You don't have to book one of the castle's 611 rooms to enjoy its luxuries. Savor fine French cuisine prepared by a top chef in the Champlain restaurant, sip a cocktail in the cozy wood-paneled 1608 Wine & Cheese Bar, grab a bite in Bistro Le Sam, or have afternoon tea at Place Dufferin. Make reservations, though. People travel the world to visit Château Frontenac.