The winter closure of the Governor’s Promenade, which connects the Dufferin Terrace to the Plains of Abraham, will be effective as of December 4, 2024. We thank you for your understanding.

Fortifications of Québec National Historic Site

The Fortifications of Québec National Historic Site recalls the rich military and social past of the Historic District of Old Québec, a UNESCO World Heritage jewel. Explore this unique place with Parks Canada, guardian of the fortifications. 

Low angle view of the UNESCO monument, the statue of Samuel de Champlain, the old post office near the Dufferin terrace.

UNESCO designation

The Historic District of Old Québec was designated as a World Heritage site by UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee.

A group of elementary school students waiting in line to watch in a picture viewer.

School programs

Participate in enriching activities with your students and immerse yourself in the heart of the history of Quebec City and North America.

Shows virtual Parks Canada workshops with the networked school.

Free online workshops for teachers

Parks Canada in partnership with École en Réseau present free online workshops.

View of the park and the Esplanade powder magazine as well as the trees and Saint-Louis street.

Special activities permits

Several of our sites are suitable for holding special events. See the details.

View of a section of wall of the fortifications of Quebec and a turret.

Sites of the Quebec Field Unit

Five historic sites are accessible in the greater Quebec region. It's up to you to discover them.

View of part of the scale model of Québec.

Duberger-By Model

The scale map of Quebec built between 1806 and 1808 awaits you at Artillery Park.

Visiting Fortifications of Québec National Historic Site

Activities and experiences

Things to do, guided tours, costumed animations, family activities, historical building, school programs and much more.

Plan your visit

Maps and directions, how to get here, hours of operations. 

Fees

Daily visitor fees, program fees, and more. Free admission for youth.

Shop

Gift shop.

Safety and guidelines

Safety and guidelines.

About Fortifications of Québec National Historic Site

Culture and history

History, architecture.

Stewardship and management

Film and photography permits, management statement, public consultations and management plans.

How to get here

Contact us

Fortifications of Québec National Historic Site

General information :

1-418-648-7016
1-888-773-8888 (toll free)

quebec.ev-ve@pc.gc.ca

For emergencies within the historic site:
911

Hours of operation

2024 Season : May 18 to October 14

See Complete schedule

Social

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Saint-Louis Forts and Châteaux National Historic Site

Beneath Dufferin Terrace hides the remains of the residence and seat of power of French and British governors for over 200 years.

Lévis Forts National Historic Site

The last of a series of three detached forts built between 1865 and 1872, Fort No.1 bears witness to remarkable technological innovations.

Grosse Île and the Irish Memorial National Historic Site

Grosse Île was once the main immigration gateway to Canada and served as a quarantine station for the port of Quebec from 1832 to 1937.

Cartier-Brébeuf National Historic Site

Follow the trail of Jacques Cartier and witness his meeting with the St. Lawrence Iroquois in this magnificent urban park.

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