About Quartier Petit Champlain

The place, is without a doubt, post card perfect street situated in the Northern America. One of the oldest commercial place and the most happening in the present time. You can call it a one stop destination for all your needs. And when you get a chance to enjoy your favourite cuisine while you are tired shopping, the place already feels like a dream.  For those who wish to live the dream are often seen visiting quartier petit champlain. On your first visit , you might wonder if they are celebrating a festival or a holiday looking at the beautiful decorations but this is actually a daily normal through out the winter season. More than 15,000 light bulbs are illuminated in the entire street and the view surely takes you to heaven. This sparkles up the street and makes it look even more amazing. The boutique shops, the restaurants and the cafes provide a combination of devotion to the history of the town and the shopping urge. This rare combination is what has been making it one of the most visited places in Canada. A place where you can get the most creative and mind-blowing souvenirs. At the moment, the street has  45 boutiques which include art galleries, body care shops, shops providing home accessories, jewellery shops, shops by Quebec craftsmen, shops show casing the regional indulgences, and the restros & bistros. There are even a few boutiques that are for entertainment purposes like the theatres and you can also enjoy some adventurous tours in the street.

Must See

Escalier Casse Cou or Breakneck steps are the historical steps that were constructed way back in 1635
Ride the funicular from where you get a majestic view of the old Quebec
Boutique shops that present the great work of the local artisans. These include jewellery, souvenir and much more
Restaurants and café are not to be forgotten because they serve not only the local delicacies but cuisines from all over the world.
 

How to reach

The nearest airport to Quartier Petit Champlain is Quebec airport, which is situated at a distance of 17.6 kilometers from the place. You can travel by either of these modes to reach the destination:
By bus: You can take Line 80 or Line 76 or Line 807 to reach quartier Petit  Champlain. It takes 47 to 53 minutes to reach, and the fare ranges from CA $4 to CA$ 7.
By Taxi: A taxi will take approximately 19 minutes to drop you to the destination and the fare ranges from CA$ 75 to CA$ 90.
Drive: You can also drive from the airport to the destination and the fuel cost will vary from CA$ 2 to CA$ 3.
Town car: Town car is another option to reach the destination and the fare ranges from CA$ 120 to CA$ 170.
Uber: Uber is also available between the two places with fare ranging between CA$ 20 to CA$ 28.

Tips

  • Taking a public transport or taxi is a good idea to visit the place
  • The private cars will have to be parked in the surrounding area. There are a few that are equipped with parking metres. It is advisable to keep change for these metres
  • Taking a stroller is a good idea if travelling with a kid
  • Restrooms are available in specific shops
  • Taking a water bottle along if visiting the place during afternoon can be helpful to stay hydrated
  • Most of the shops accept cards, some don’t. So you might consider carrying some cash
  • Wear comfortable footwear because you will have to walk to explore the entire place
  • Carrying snacks for kids can be a good thing to do
  • The place is open till late evening on Thursday and Friday so you might consider visiting the place on these days specially during summers to avoid the scorching heat 
  • Applying sunscreen is a good idea to prevent yourself from sun burns
     

Visit Time

Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Monday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
 

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Time you can spend

2 hours to 3 hours

 

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Weather

Overcast Clouds -8.98°C

 

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