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Plains of Abraham

Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
418 648 4071
As featured in 3 days in Quebec and 1 other guide
Ranked #17 of 98 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 50 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, Parks
Activities: Golfing, Cross-country skiing
Fee: No
Traveler Description: The Plains of Abraham Park is located in downtown Quebec City.  It runs parallel with Grand Allee Street on one side and the St. Lawrence Seaway on... more »
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Carleton Place, Canada
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012 NEW

looking for a little wide open spaces and grassy well maintained lawns this is the lplace. Short walk from Old Quebec, literally acres and acres of open space. More

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thunder bay
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

We climbed the endless stairs one evening after a wonderful dinner and thinking it was just exercise we arrived at the plains of Abraham.we were all taken aback at the field and ruins picturing in our minds the battles that were fought there and the men who climbed to those heights in the dark.You can't help but picture it in... More

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USA
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2012

Since the battle on the Plains of Abraham happened before the US got involved in the French & Indian War, I didn't know much about it. However, this beautiful park in Quebec City along the St. Lawrence River, is a gem. It's big, green, full of gorgeous flowers. Plaques along the walking paths tell the story of the battle. There... More

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Alberta, Canada
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196 reviews 196 reviews
Reviews in 79 cities Reviews in 79 cities
61 helpful votes 61 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012

A super place for a stroll, overlooking the mighty Saint Lawrence River. More

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Charleston, South Carolina
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2012

If you are a history buff this is an important site in Quebec's history. And England. More

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New Haven, Connecticut
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 29, 2012

We have been here in August and during Winter Carnival and it was great both times. I have thought about the lovely gardens many times during this dreary winter. More

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Toronto, Canada
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111 reviews 111 reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
160 helpful votes 160 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 24, 2012
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If you are a history buff its a must see. Nothing spectacular but like Gettysburg its a piece of history to stand on and reflect how two European powers fought and changed the history of North America. More

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Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 11, 2012
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There is an interactive museum experience here that was really well done. We were the only people there so I dont think they advertise very much, but it was alot of fun! Check it out the odyssey. More

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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 11, 2012

The carnival is set up on the plains of Abraham. There was a lot to do, sledding, tubing, horse drawn sleighs, dancing, snow sculptures. They know how to make the most of some very cold weather. More

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Quebec City, Canada
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 7, 2012

Rarely you will see such a big natural space untouched in the hearth of a city. Full of historical value of course. More

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