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La Citadelle de QuebecvsPlace Royale
La Citadelle de Quebec and Place Royale are both praised by professionals. On balance, La Citadelle de Quebec ranks significantly better than Place Royale. La Citadelle de Quebec is ranked #1 in Quebec City with recommendations from 6 sources including Frommer's, Travel + Leisure and Fodor's.
La Citadelle de Quebec
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1, Cote de la Citadelle, Cap-Diamant, Quebec City, Quebec G1R 3R2, Canada
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Frommer's "The duke of Wellington had this partially star-shaped fortress built... in anticipation of renewed American attacks after the War of 1812." Full review
Fodor's "Built at the city's highest point, on Cap Diamant, the Citadelle is the largest fortified base in North America still occupied by troops." Full review
Afar Magazine "Its picturesque steep streets and frowning gateways; and the splendid views which burst upon the eye at every turn, is at once unique and lasting." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Some areas of the Citadelle are off-limits, as it is still a military base for the Royal 22nd Regiment." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Sitting like a five-pointed star among The Plains of Abraham and just above Terrasse Dufferin, La Citadelle de Québec is a still-active military base." Full review
U.S. News & World Report6.0
"Québec City's Citadel (La Citadelle, in French) is the largest British-built fortress in North America; it took 30 years to construct" Full review
Travel + Leisure "Quebec City is one of the last remaining fortified cities in North America and Touring La Citadelle de Quebec allows guests to uncover nearly 300 years of Canadian history"
Quebec City Travel Guide
August 16, 2021
Lonely Planet "Today the Citadelle is the base of Canada's Royal 22s... the regiment earned three Victoria Crosses." Full review
Place Royale Lonely Planet
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27 rue Notre-Dame, Quebec City, Quebec G1K 4E9 , Canada
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Lonely Planet "This little square in the west of Old Montréal marks the spot where the first fort, Ville-Marie, was erected." Full review
Concierge "This picturesque square, surrounded by restored 17th- and 18th-century buildings, is one of the oldest inhabited areas on the continent."
Frommer's "This small but picturesque plaza is considered by Québécois to be the literal and spiritual heart of Basse-Ville -- in grander terms, the birthplace of French America." Full review
Fodor's "The houses that encircle this cobblestone square, with steep Normandy-style roofs, dormer windows, and chimneys, were once the homes of wealthy merchants." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"This interpretive center touts the Place-Royale neighborhood as the cradle of French history." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Place Royale is a gorgeous public place that makes for pretty pictures, but it’s also one of our most significant historic attractions." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"By 1706, it had become the public market place, the popular setting for official announcements by the town crier, criminal punishments including whippings and hangings, and occasional duels. " Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Today the heart of Lower Town, this charming cobblestone square was the hub of the city's economic activity until the mid-19C, when the port, and subsequently the area, fell into decline." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"This charming cobblestone square was the hub of the city's economic activity until the mid-19C. Bordered by typical 18C stone houses, topped by steep roofs and chimneys, the square features a bronze bust of King Louis XIV as its centrepiece." Full review
U.S. News & World Report5.0
"While exploring this quaint area, you'll come across several notable tributes to its French Colonial past...visitors call the area charming and unique and recommend spending time wandering around" Full review
