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About The Port Of Quebec City
Founded in 1608, Quebec City rises on a rocky headland above the St. Lawrence River, its fortified Old Town ringed by ramparts, gates, and cannons that make it the only walled city remaining north of Mexico. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage City, it stands as the cradle of French America, its cobblestone lanes, historic squares, and centuries-old stone buildings evoking a European atmosphere rarely found on the continent.
Atop the cliffs, the iconic Chateau Frontenac dominates the skyline, while La Citadelle and the open lawns of the Plains of Abraham recall the city's military past. The Old Town's Upper and Lower districts are easily explored on foot from the pier, linked by steep stairways and a funicular. Beyond the walls, the Grande-Allee offers a lively stretch of cafes and townhouses just outside the historic core.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Quebec City.
Wander Old Quebec's Ramparts
Walk the fortified walls encircling the Upper Town, passing gates and cannons for sweeping river views; the loop takes about an hour on foot from the pier.
Ride the Funicular to Lower Town
Connect the cliffside Upper Town to the historic Petit-Champlain district in under a minute, avoiding the steep stairways while still enjoying cobblestone shops and cafes below.
Tour La Citadelle
Explore the star-shaped fortress still used by Canada's military, with guided tours revealing centuries of defense history atop the headland above the St. Lawrence.
Last Minute Cruise Deals From Quebec City
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2026 | Celebrity | Celebrity Silhouette | 11 | $2,532 | ||
| Sep 19, 2026 | Cunard | Queen Mary 2 | 15 | $2,469 | ||
| Sep 19, 2026 | Holland America | Volendam | 7 | $1,319 | ||
| Sep 19, 2026 | Cunard | Queen Mary 2 | 29 | $5,929 | ||
| Sep 21, 2026 | Silversea | Silver Shadow | 11 | $9,750 | ||
| Sep 23, 2026 | Ponant Cruises | Le Lyrial | 11 | $14,370 | ||
| Sep 24, 2026 | Viking Ocean Cruises | Viking Mars | 12 | $10,699 | ||
| Sep 24, 2026 | Scenic Cruises | Scenic Eclipse | 11 | $14,470 | ||
| Sep 24, 2026 | Ponant Cruises | Le Bellot | 12 | $17,910 | ||
| Sep 25, 2026 | Azamara | Azamara Journey | 12 | $2,639 | ||
| Sep 25, 2026 | Windstar | Star Pride | 25 | $13,791 | ||
| Sep 25, 2026 | Windstar | Star Pride | 14 | $7,000 | ||
| Sep 25, 2026 | Oceania | Oceania Vista | 11 | $7,799 | ||
| Sep 26, 2026 | Cunard | Queen Mary 2 | 22 | $3,659 | ||
| Sep 26, 2026 | Holland America | Zuiderdam | 7 | $1,479 | ||
| Sep 26, 2026 | Cunard | Queen Mary 2 | 15 | $1,719 | ||
| Sep 26, 2026 | Cunard | Queen Mary 2 | 24 | $3,889 | ||
| Sep 28, 2026 | Celebrity | Celebrity Silhouette | 11 | $3,539 | ||
| Sep 29, 2026 | Viking Ocean Cruises | Viking Polaris | 14 | $16,999 | ||
| Oct 4, 2026 | Cunard | Queen Mary 2 | 14 | $2,439 |
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