{"id":216502,"date":"2015-01-14T05:00:00","date_gmt":"2015-01-14T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/happy-mendel.198-27-67-102.plesk.page\/quebec\/2015\/01\/14\/top-10-things-to-do-in-quebec-this-winter-season\/"},"modified":"2023-10-23T20:15:19","modified_gmt":"2023-10-24T00:15:19","slug":"top-10-things-to-do-in-quebec-this-winter-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/localfoodtours.com\/quebec\/top-10-things-to-do-in-quebec-this-winter-season\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Things to do in Quebec this Winter Season"},"content":{"rendered":"
From adventurous activities to relaxing getaways, find\u00a0out the wide range of winter themed events\u00a0in the beautiful snow-covered Quebec City! <\/p>\n Stretch your legs and come out to the skating rink. Fresh air, frosted views, and plus it\u2019s completely free!<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n (Photo credit: LaPresse.ca)<\/p>\n Le Pied Bleu is a homey little restaurant situated in the trendy St. Roch neighborhood. They offer real delicious meals, a friendly service, and a unique rustic atmosphere. Make sure to check them out if you’re a passionate foodie, or if you just want to eat a good meal! <\/a> (photo credit:Le Pied Bleu,\u00a0Guillaume D. Cyr)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Located just 30 minutes from downtown, le Parc national de la Jacques-Cartier is home to one of the most beautiful glacial valleys in the province. It even hosts authorized campgrounds for winter camping, and fully-equipped cabins for those less willing to brace the cold. (Make sure to reserve!) <\/a>\u00a0(Photo credit: Parc national de la Jacques-Cartier)<\/p>\n Beer is the most popular alcoholic beverage in Quebec and Canada. Currently 4.5 out of 5 consumed beers in Canada are brewed domestically and distributed locally. Quebec City is home to many breweries, such as: La Souche<\/span><\/a><\/span> and La Barberie<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span>, which both offer eclectic, fresh beers. <\/a> (Photo credit: La Souche)<\/p>\n This museum has plenty of wonderful exhibits and permanent collections. Currently their is a mythological showcase of a Greco-Roman collection of Berlin called \u201cMasters of Olympus\u201d until March 2015. The museum also offers guided tours, hands-on activities and group packages!<\/span> <\/a> (photo credit: Mus\u00e9e de la civilisation)<\/span><\/p>\n This is one of largest winter festivals in the world! Quebec Winter Carnival is filled with fun activities: such as:\u00a0parades, ice sculptures, public parties, shows, amusement parks, sleigh races and much, much more! Also, dare to challenge the winter with\u00a0the “Bain de Neige” or snow bath event<\/a><\/span>, a classic event at\u00a0the carnaval! <\/a> <\/a>\u00a0(Photo credit: Le Carnaval de Qu\u00e9bec)<\/p>\n St-Roch is one of the oldest, trendiest neighborhoods in Quebec City. It is a beautiful district that is home to many local restaurants, entrepreneurs, and artisans. It is gastronomically diverse as well as historically significant. Why not discover its streets and cuisine through a charming walking food tour made available by Quebec City Food Tours? The tour last 3 hours long and makes a total of five stops. To have an into depth look at the tour click here<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span>. <\/a><\/p>\n Built over 200 years ago as a prison, the Morrin Centre is now one of Quebec’s most beautiful libraries. Delve into their halls,\u00a0explore their prison exhibition, take a guided historical tour or partake in one of their many cultural events.\u00a0This place is a hidden gem, and it is well worth the visit! <\/a><\/p>\n (Photo credit: http:\/\/www.quebecregion.com)<\/p>\n As one of the most popular Quebec winter attractions, the Ice Hotel should definitely be on your to-do list. Entirely made of ice and snow, it offers fascinating architecture, ice sculptures, an ice slide, an ice bar, tours, and more! <\/a> (Photo credit: H\u00f4tel de Glace)<\/p>\n Ciel! is a rotating restaurant located at the top floor of the Le Concorde Hotel<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span>. It offers a gorgeous complete 360 degree view of the city. Friendly staff, excellent service, and good food. (Be sure to call and reserve prior to ensure that you have a window seat). <\/a> <\/a>\u00a0(Photo credit:\u00a0Charlotte @chabouuu)<\/span> Written by:\u00a0Kimberly Handfield<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Top 10 Things to do in Quebec this Winter Season From adventurous activities to relaxing getaways, find\u00a0out the wide range of winter themed events\u00a0in the beautiful snow-covered Quebec City! 10. \u00a0Skate in Place D\u2019Youville or on the Plains of Abraham Stretch your legs and come out to the skating rink. Fresh air, frosted views, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":215651,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_coblocks_attr":"","_coblocks_dimensions":"","_coblocks_responsive_height":"","_coblocks_accordion_ie_support":"","_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[288,289,282,298,299,234,291,242,297,255,265,266],"yoast_head":"\n
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10. \u00a0Skate in Place D\u2019Youville<\/span><\/a><\/span> or on the Plains of Abraham<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n
9. Grab a bite to eat at Le Pied Bleu\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n
8. Do some winter camping at the\u00a0Parc national de la Jacques-Cartier<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n
7. Warm up and go grab a beer at a local brewery<\/h2>\n
6.\u00a0Visit the\u00a0Mus\u00e9e de la civilisation de Qu\u00e9bec<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
5. Spend a day (or a weekend) at the Quebec Winter Carnival Le Carnaval de Qu\u00e9bec<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n
4. Take a food tour in St. Roch<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n
3.\u00a0Partake in an activity with the Morrin Cultural Centre<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n
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2. Spend a night in Quebec\u2019s Ice Hotel<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n
1. Go eat at the revolving restaurant Ciel<\/span><\/a><\/span>!<\/h2>\n