Founded in 1608 by Samuel de Champlain, Quebec City is considered the birthplace of North American French culture.

Quebec's historic Old City was named a UNESCO world heritage site in 1985. Quebec City is the capital of a province with the same name and the seat of the national assembly.
Located 250 km east of Montreal, Quebec City's 700,000 residents are overwhelmingly Francophone.

Quebec City's greenspaces are some of the most protected in North America. Annual visits from over ten million people from more than 75 countries. Quebec City is North America's fourth most popular tourist destination.

Discover the history, culture, heritage sites, museums, parks and waterfalls... outdoor country activities from golf to snowmobiles, not to mention hunting and fishing.