Top 10 Romantic Things to do in Quebec City

Quebec City is one of the most romantic cities in Canada. It’s charming, full of character, and picturesque. Imagine walking hand in hand through its European-style lined streets, stealing a kiss under a coach guest, and gazing into each others eyes over a glass of wine in a low-lit restaurant. Quebec City is the perfect romantic destination. Here is a list of the best date ideas to do with your significant other.

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10. Try the new St-Roch cafe bistro: Le Renard et La Chouette

The team at Pied Bleu have once again outdone themselves with the opening of their new restaurant: Le Renard et La Chouette. Coffee, refreshments and pastries in the morning, a little bite to eat during lunch time, and wine and appetizers for supper. Whatever time you choose to visit the Renard et La Chouette, get ready for a lovely time.

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9. Take a carriage tour with: Calèches du Vieux Québec

What a fun date idea! Founded in 1981, Les Calèches du Vieux Québec offers authentic, unforgettable rides around town. They are both fun and historically enriching!

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8. Enjoy a Walk on Promenade Samuel-De Champlain

Picture this: strolling arm in arm with your significant other, while the sun is setting over the St. Lawrence river. This large picturesque park extends 2.5 kilometers, and is a very popular activity among travelers, locals, and romantics alike.

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7. Go on the new St-Roch Food Tour

Looking for an interesting, unique date idea? Try the new St-Roch food tour. A total of five stops are to be made, which include: 8 big bites and 6 different sips (enough for a generous lunch).

6. Dine in Old Québec at Le Pain Béni

Wining and dining is always a romantic activity and is especially enjoyable at the trendy restaurant La Pain Béni. Fit for food-lovers, the food is simple yet exquisitely prepared.

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5. Go to the hotel La Ferme in Charlevoix

Spa, sheep, top design, a café, a restaurant, romantic packages and must attend shows. La Ferme Hotel has it all, and much more!

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4. Skate in Place D’Youville

Embrace the cold winter, and venture outside to the conveniently located Place D’Youville to skate with your loved one. It is without saying that the atmosphere here is effortlessly romantic and charming.

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3. Take a drink on the Château Frontenac terrace

Head out to Chateaux Frontenac’s new wine and cheese bar 1608. Situated on the St. Lawrence river, this place makes for breath taking views and luxury accommodation! Fall in love all over again over a glass (or bottle) of wine.

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2. Take a lunch-box to go at Le Petit Cochon Dingue and go have a picnic on The Plains of Abraham

Picnics can be extremely intimate and a great deal of fun. Le Petit Cochon Dingue, located in Quartier Petit-Champlain, offer meals to go! Swing by and pack your lunch box with a variety of home-made sandwiches, pastries and salads. (Don’t forget to bring along a bottle of wine!)

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1. Make-out under the passage of a porte-cochère or at the train station

Make sure to get lost in the city and end up making-out in a side street, or under the passage of a porte-cochère, like in Denys Arcand’s new movie “Le règne de la beauté“. We can’t think of anything more romantic then smooching with your loved one as if in a feature film.

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