1 Best Sight in Quebec City, Quebec

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We've compiled the best of the best in Quebec City - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.

Hôtel du Parlement

Upper Town

The only French-speaking legislature in continental North America, the 125-member Assemblée Nationale du Québec meets behind the stately walls of this Second Empire–style building erected between 1877 and 1886. If the Assemblée is sitting, see if you can get into the visitors gallery to hear heated exchanges between the federalist-leaning Liberals and the secessionist Parti Québécois. Failing that, the buildings themselves, designed by Québec architect Eugène-Étienne Taché, are worth a visit. The façade is decorated with statues of such important figures of Québec history as Cartier, Champlain, Frontenac, Wolfe, and Montcalm. A 30-minute tour (in English, French, or Spanish) takes in the President's Gallery, the Parlementaire restaurant, the Legislative Council Chamber, and the National Assembly Chamber. Tours may be restricted during legislative sessions. Outdoor tours of the gardens and statues are also available during summer.

1045 rue des Parlementaires, Québec City, G1A 1A3, Canada
866-337–8837
Sight Details
Rate Includes: Free, Closed weekends, Reservations are mandatory.