Experts' Choice Award Fortifications of Quebec National Historic Site
What the experts agree on
Walk three miles of restored 17th-century ramparts for stunning views of the city, river, and port, then explore the interpretation center's intricate 1808 scale model and archaeological artifacts from colonial governors.
“A complex of defensive buildings erected by the French in the 17th and 18th centuries make up Artillery Park.”
– Frommer's
Fodor's " From June to early October, the park is the starting point for walking the city's 5 km (3 miles) of walls. " Full review
Fodor's "The old iron foundry houses a magnificent scale model of Québec City built in 1808, allowing visitors to get a sense of the city as it looked then, as well as its geography and history." Full review
Lonely Planet "These largely restored old walls are protected as a Canadian National Historic site and a Unesco World Heritage site." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Today, it’s an interpretation center that houses an intricate scale model of the city in the 1800s. " Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
" It commemorates three centuries of military, social and industrial life in Quebec City. In summertime, Parcs Canada stages a wide range of events here, including a demonstration of cannon fire." Full review
