Grande Allée, Quebec City
Québec City isn't just famous for its historical landmarks, it also boasts a vibrant nightlife scene. While the revitalization of the Saint-Roch neighborhood has introduced new venues and intriguing bars, La Grande-Allée remains the heart of the city's nightlife. This area is brimming with historic buildings that have been transformed into bars and dance clubs. Situated along the Saint Lawrence River, atop the hill of Quebec, La Grande-Allée is renowned for its restaurants and stunning architecture, reminiscent of the prestigious residences that graced the area in the early 20th century.
In 1871, following the departure of the British Imperial garrison from the Citadel and its vicinity, significant changes were made to Grande Allée. This included the removal of military structures like the Hope, Prescott, and Palais gates. There was even consideration of demolishing the city walls, had it not been for Lord Dufferin, the Governor-General of Canada at the time. In 1877, the Parliament building was erected in this area.
Towards the late 19th century, the road underwent expansion and development to create a pleasant and healthy living environment, attracting the bourgeoisie as residents. Many prominent citizens settled here, and today, some of the grand residences house cafes, clubs, and restaurants.
For years, Quebec City has hosted vibrant New Year's Eve celebrations on Grande Allée with rides, music, fireworks, and fun for tourists and locals alike. Year-round, La Grande-Allée offers a lively atmosphere with neon lights and music, ideal for young adults, as Quebec's legal drinking age is 18. For LGBTQ-friendly fun, visit Le Drague, the city's top gay club.
In 1871, following the departure of the British Imperial garrison from the Citadel and its vicinity, significant changes were made to Grande Allée. This included the removal of military structures like the Hope, Prescott, and Palais gates. There was even consideration of demolishing the city walls, had it not been for Lord Dufferin, the Governor-General of Canada at the time. In 1877, the Parliament building was erected in this area.
Towards the late 19th century, the road underwent expansion and development to create a pleasant and healthy living environment, attracting the bourgeoisie as residents. Many prominent citizens settled here, and today, some of the grand residences house cafes, clubs, and restaurants.
For years, Quebec City has hosted vibrant New Year's Eve celebrations on Grande Allée with rides, music, fireworks, and fun for tourists and locals alike. Year-round, La Grande-Allée offers a lively atmosphere with neon lights and music, ideal for young adults, as Quebec's legal drinking age is 18. For LGBTQ-friendly fun, visit Le Drague, the city's top gay club.
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Grande Allée on Map
Sight Name: Grande Allée
Sight Location: Quebec City, Canada (See walking tours in Quebec City)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Quebec City, Canada (See walking tours in Quebec City)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Walking Tours in Quebec City, Quebec
Create Your Own Walk in Quebec City
Creating your own self-guided walk in Quebec City is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Historical Houses Walking Tour
Quebec City, particularly evocative of Europe in its atmosphere, is often referred to as the cradle of New France. The city boasts one of the richest architectural heritages in North America, though most of its buildings had to be adapted to harsh winters and the lack of specialized workers and materials in the colony. As such, the majority of local houses were designed as simple and efficient... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.5 Km or 1.6 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.5 Km or 1.6 Miles
Qucbec City's Historical Churches Walking Tour
The first religious buildings in Canada were established by the Récollets and Jesuits, in 1615 and 1625, respectively, when they first arrived in New France. Later on, the French colonists brought along their culture and architectural traditions, and the establishment of British and evangelical society triggered further major developments in Quebec City.
Over the course of the 17th and 18th... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles
Over the course of the 17th and 18th... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles
Quebec City Introduction Walking Tour
Cresting a cliff above the St. Lawrence River, Québec City (French: Ville de Québec) is the soul of the province of Québec – a place all its own; a country within a country with its own traditions, architecture, and French-speaking population.
The Algonquian people had originally named the area Kébec, which means "where the river narrows", because the Saint Lawrence River... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.2 Km or 2 Miles
The Algonquian people had originally named the area Kébec, which means "where the river narrows", because the Saint Lawrence River... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.2 Km or 2 Miles
Old Quebec Walk
The historic part of Quebec City known as Old Quebec (French: Vieux-Québec), sometimes also referred to as the Latin Quarter (Quartier Latin), is the neighborhood centered around Cape Diamond (Cap Diamant), located on the eastern edge of Quebec hill promontory. The area comprises Upper Town (Haute-Ville) and Lower Town (Basse-Ville) and is currently listed among UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites.
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.6 Km or 1.6 Miles
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.6 Km or 1.6 Miles