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Old Port (Vieux-Port)

333 rue de la Commune Ouest, Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
514-496-7678
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Ranked #12 of 99 attractions in Quebec City
4.5 of 5 stars 23 Reviews
Type: Neighborhoods
Activities: City walk sightseeing, Walking
Description: This once bustling port now serves as a nostalgic reminder of Lower Town's history.
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Brampton, Ontario, Canada
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

Great stores, sights and nice for taking a stroll on a sunny day. More

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Huntsville, Ontario
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62 reviews 62 reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012

This place is amazing Old Quebec is like a little bit of Europe. buildings are in great shape, old french and english architecture, big on history.... this place is the place. Lots of neat things to see and do, narrow cobblestone streets, cool shops, lots of outdoor cafes. inside or outside the walls great place to spend the day walking...wear... More

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Alberta, Canada
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196 reviews 196 reviews
Reviews in 78 cities Reviews in 78 cities
64 helpful votes 64 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012

Beautifully renovated, this is an interesting part of Quebec City. Of course, it is bleak in the winter, but glorious in late spring, summer, and early fall. More

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Montreal, Canada
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 24, 2012

I live in Montreal, and the Old Port in Quebec City is FAR superior for cleanliness. Very surprised in the amount of vendors that are willing to speak english. Not like that in Montreal. Restaurants are quite expensive for a family. But it's a great walk... More

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Middlebury, Vermont
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 6, 2012

We had to return for Thursday when more of the vendors were set up, but this was a great place to get a feel for the variety of local products and produce. We got some wonderful honey, blueberry juice, salami and baguette to bring home as gifts and feast on for our lunch as we traveled home. A great place... More

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Berlin, New Hampshire
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12 reviews 12 reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 27, 2012

Walk the waterfront boardwalk from the old port all the way to the lower city and the petit Champlain area.. or rent a bike (velo) and ride.. wonderful on a warm summer night. More

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Berlin, New Hampshire
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12 reviews 12 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 27, 2012

See the grain tower and boats on the St. Lawrence. Visit the Farmers Market for some great deals and snacks. More

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Warwick, Rhode Island
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 25, 2012

very pretty and European-like section of the city that is fully functional even during the winter More

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7 reviews 7 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 24, 2012

The Old Port section of Quebec City is lovely. We spent a day strolling the cobblestone streets and admiring all the amazing shops and buildings. Old Port is a must see in Old Quebec More

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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 24, 2012

It was nice to walk around and in the night they have lighting which makes it even more pretty. More

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