{"id":10003,"date":"2024-12-03T19:11:20","date_gmt":"2024-12-03T19:11:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/?p=10003"},"modified":"2024-12-06T21:00:37","modified_gmt":"2024-12-06T21:00:37","slug":"how-not-to-be-a-jerk-tourist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/fr\/2024\/12\/03\/how-not-to-be-a-jerk-tourist\/","title":{"rendered":"How Not to Be a Jerk Tourist in Quebec City: Dos and Don\u2019ts"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Let\u2019s face it\u2014nobody wants to be <em>that<\/em> tourist. You know, the one who unintentionally (or intentionally) annoys locals and leaves a trail of rolled eyes and awkward silences in their wake. Here\u2019s a quick guide to how not to be a jerk tourist, help you blend in and enjoy the best of Quebec City without stepping on cultural toes. <em>Allons-y!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-7622313\" data-block-id=\"7622313\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<nav class=\"wp-block-stackable-table-of-contents stk-block-table-of-contents stk-block stk-6dcac1f\" data-block-id=\"6dcac1f\"><p class=\"stk-table-of-contents__title\">Table of Contents<\/p><ul class=\"stk-table-of-contents__table\"><li><a href=\"#avoid-these-cultural-faux-pas-in-quebec-city\">Avoid These Cultural Faux-Pas in Quebec City<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#dont-assume-everyone-speaks-english\">Don\u2019t: Assume Everyone Speaks English<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#dont-think-locals-are-rude-if-you-dont-speak-french\">Don\u2019t: Think Locals Are Rude if You Don\u2019t Speak French<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#dont-compare-us-to-france-\ud83c\uddeb\ud83c\uddf7\">Don\u2019t: Compare Us to France \ud83c\uddeb\ud83c\uddf7<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#dont-assume-quebec-food-french-food\">Don\u2019t: Assume Quebec Food = French Food<\/a><ul><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#dont-look-down-on-poutine-just-because-it-has-a-weird-name\">Don\u2019t: Look Down on Poutine Just Because It Has a Weird Name<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#dont-block-narrow-sidewalks\">Don\u2019t: Block Narrow Sidewalks<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#dont-underestimate-the-weather-\u2744\ufe0f\">Don\u2019t: Underestimate the Weather \u2744\ufe0f<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#now-on-a-more-positive-note-how-to-be-a-good-tourist-in-quebec-city\">Now, On a More Positive Note: How to Be a Good Tourist in Quebec City<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#do-start-every-interaction-with-bonjour\">Do: Start Every Interaction with \u201cBonjour\u201d<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#do-explore-beyond-the-old-city-\ud83c\udf7a\">Do: Explore Beyond the Old City \ud83c\udf7a<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#do-take-public-transportation\">Do: Take Public Transportation<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#do-take-a-city-tour-with-a-passionate-local-\ud83d\udeb6\u200d\u2640\ufe0f-\ud83d\udcf8\">Do: Take a City Tour with a Passionate Local! \ud83d\udeb6\u200d\u2640\ufe0f\ud83d\udcf8<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-0c16c53\" data-block-id=\"0c16c53\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"avoid-these-cultural-faux-pas-in-quebec-city\">Avoid These Cultural Faux-Pas in Quebec City<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"dont-assume-everyone-speaks-english\"><strong>Don\u2019t: Assume Everyone Speaks English<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sure, many locals speak English, especially in touristy areas, but don\u2019t treat it like a <em>right<\/em>. English is a second language here, much like Spanish is in the U.S. Start with a polite <em>\u201cBonjour\u201d<\/em> instead of jumping into full-speed English. You\u2019ll be surprised how far a little effort goes. It\u2019s essential to understand that while French is the official language of Qu\u00e9bec, English is far from banned or not spoken at all in this picturesque province. In fact, it\u2019s one of the official languages of Canada, and this linguistic diversity extends to Qu\u00e9bec City. You\u2019ll find that many of the city\u2019s residents, particularly in urban settings, are proficient in English, making it&nbsp; more accessible to visitors. In Qu\u00e9bec City, just as in the rest of the country, bilingualism is encouraged and valued.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-8afcd69\" data-block-id=\"8afcd69\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/3.jpg\" alt=\"chateau frontenac evening\" class=\"wp-image-9747\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/3.jpg 600w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/3-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/3-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/3-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/3-394x263.jpg 394w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-6fbf579\" data-block-id=\"6fbf579\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"dont-think-locals-are-rude-if-you-dont-speak-french\"><strong>Don\u2019t: Think Locals Are Rude if You Don\u2019t Speak French<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s clear this up: Quebecers are not rude. Sure, there\u2019s the occasional grumpy barista or impatient bus driver, but that\u2019s true anywhere. What locals <em>do<\/em> find frustrating is when visitors don\u2019t make any effort to engage with the local language or culture. It\u2019s not about speaking fluent French; it\u2019s about showing respect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you only know  \u201cBonjour\u201d or \u201cMerci,\u201d those small efforts show that you value the culture you\u2019re visiting. Quebecers who speak English will happily help you out, but they don\u2019t want it to feel one-sided. And just in case you\u2019re nervous, here are ten phrases to keep in your back pocket:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Bonjour \u2013 Hello<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Merci \u2013 Thank you<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>S\u2019il vous pla\u00eet \u2013 Please<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excusez-moi \u2013 Excuse me<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>O\u00f9 est\u2026 ? \u2013 Where is\u2026?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>L\u2019addition \u2013 The check (in a restaurant)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toilettes \u2013 Restrooms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oui \u2013 Yes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Non \u2013 No<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bonsoir \u2013 Good evening<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Master these, and you\u2019ll notice how much smoother your interactions will be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-bf791df\" data-block-id=\"bf791df\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/DSC_0001-1024x680.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8835\" width=\"645\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/DSC_0001-1024x680.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/DSC_0001-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/DSC_0001-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/DSC_0001-1536x1020.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/DSC_0001-2048x1360.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/DSC_0001-151x100.jpg 151w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/DSC_0001-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/DSC_0001-394x262.jpg 394w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/DSC_0001-1626x1080.jpg 1626w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 645px) 100vw, 645px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Petit Champlain Street in Summer<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-83f0a18\" data-block-id=\"83f0a18\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"dont-compare-us-to-france-\ud83c\uddeb\ud83c\uddf7\"><strong>Don\u2019t: Compare Us to France<\/strong> \ud83c\uddeb\ud83c\uddf7<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Quebec and France share a language, some cultural background but the similarities mostly stop there. Quebec is proudly North American, with its own unique culture, history, and lifestyle. So, when you say things like, \u201cOh, this reminds me of Paris,\u201d don\u2019t be surprised if locals grimace. It\u2019s not that we dislike France, we love our French friends\u2014it\u2019s more that we\u2019re not <em>France<\/em>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Quebec has a distinct vibe that blends French roots with Indigenous influences, North American practicality, and a healthy dose of joie de vivre. Our food, traditions, and even our French accent are uniquely ours. The best way to appreciate Quebec City is to see it for what it is: a fascinating cultural blend that doesn\u2019t need comparisons to shine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And please, for the love of maple syrup, don\u2019t say, \u201cI went to Paris once, and the people were so rude! Are Quebecers rude too?\u201d This tired line will get you nothing but an epic eye roll. 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Pas du tout ! Sauf en cas de forte temp\u00eate de neige, les visites et les activit\u00e9s se d\u00e9roulent comme pr\u00e9vu. Vous pr\u00e9voyez visiter Qu\u00e9bec en hiver ? Jetez un coup d'\u0153il \u00e0 cette vid\u00e9o utile de ma coll\u00e8gue et amie Evelyne pour obtenir des conseils sur la fa\u00e7on de s'habiller en cas de temp\u00e9ratures hivernales extr\u00eames :<\/div><\/div><div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\"><div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg)\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: auto;\"> <div style=\" width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div><\/div><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div><\/div><\/a><p style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C-VqqWVveVJ\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Une publication partag\u00e9e par Marie-Pierre Lessard (@nomad.tours.quebec)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote>\n<script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-cd37926\" data-block-id=\"cd37926\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"dont-assume-quebec-food-french-food\"><strong>Don\u2019t: Assume Quebec Food = French Food<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Quebecois cuisine might share French roots, but it\u2019s evolved into something entirely its own. Our dishes are shaped by a mix of influences, including Indigenous traditions, British settlers, and, of course, the bounty of our local ingredients. Think maple syrup, wild game, and root vegetables\u2014not Parisian pastries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Poutine, tourti\u00e8re, and tarte au sucre are just the beginning. Quebec cuisine has a rustic, hearty quality that reflects our history and environment. It\u2019s comfort food with a twist, and it\u2019s not afraid to get messy (hello, squeaky cheese curds!). So, if you\u2019re visiting Quebec City, embrace the local flavors instead of looking for a fancy French bistro. You\u2019ll leave with a full belly and a new appreciation for our culinary creativity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CrL0Ks7rA3I\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\"><div style=\"padding:16px;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CrL0Ks7rA3I\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" background:#FFFFFF; line-height:0; padding:0 0; text-align:center; text-decoration:none; width:100%;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <div style=\" display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\"> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div> <div style=\"display:block; height:50px; margin:0 auto 12px; width:50px;\"><svg width=\"50px\" height=\"50px\" viewbox=\"0 0 60 60\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"><g stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><g transform=\"translate(-511.000000, -20.000000)\" fill=\"#000000\"><g><path d=\"M556.869,30.41 C554.814,30.41 553.148,32.076 553.148,34.131 C553.148,36.186 554.814,37.852 556.869,37.852 C558.924,37.852 560.59,36.186 560.59,34.131 C560.59,32.076 558.924,30.41 556.869,30.41 M541,60.657 C535.114,60.657 530.342,55.887 530.342,50 C530.342,44.114 535.114,39.342 541,39.342 C546.887,39.342 551.658,44.114 551.658,50 C551.658,55.887 546.887,60.657 541,60.657 M541,33.886 C532.1,33.886 524.886,41.1 524.886,50 C524.886,58.899 532.1,66.113 541,66.113 C549.9,66.113 557.115,58.899 557.115,50 C557.115,41.1 549.9,33.886 541,33.886 M565.378,62.101 C565.244,65.022 564.756,66.606 564.346,67.663 C563.803,69.06 563.154,70.057 562.106,71.106 C561.058,72.155 560.06,72.803 558.662,73.347 C557.607,73.757 556.021,74.244 553.102,74.378 C549.944,74.521 548.997,74.552 541,74.552 C533.003,74.552 532.056,74.521 528.898,74.378 C525.979,74.244 524.393,73.757 523.338,73.347 C521.94,72.803 520.942,72.155 519.894,71.106 C518.846,70.057 518.197,69.06 517.654,67.663 C517.244,66.606 516.755,65.022 516.623,62.101 C516.479,58.943 516.448,57.996 516.448,50 C516.448,42.003 516.479,41.056 516.623,37.899 C516.755,34.978 517.244,33.391 517.654,32.338 C518.197,30.938 518.846,29.942 519.894,28.894 C520.942,27.846 521.94,27.196 523.338,26.654 C524.393,26.244 525.979,25.756 528.898,25.623 C532.057,25.479 533.004,25.448 541,25.448 C548.997,25.448 549.943,25.479 553.102,25.623 C556.021,25.756 557.607,26.244 558.662,26.654 C560.06,27.196 561.058,27.846 562.106,28.894 C563.154,29.942 563.803,30.938 564.346,32.338 C564.756,33.391 565.244,34.978 565.378,37.899 C565.522,41.056 565.552,42.003 565.552,50 C565.552,57.996 565.522,58.943 565.378,62.101 M570.82,37.631 C570.674,34.438 570.167,32.258 569.425,30.349 C568.659,28.377 567.633,26.702 565.965,25.035 C564.297,23.368 562.623,22.342 560.652,21.575 C558.743,20.834 556.562,20.326 553.369,20.18 C550.169,20.033 549.148,20 541,20 C532.853,20 531.831,20.033 528.631,20.18 C525.438,20.326 523.257,20.834 521.349,21.575 C519.376,22.342 517.703,23.368 516.035,25.035 C514.368,26.702 513.342,28.377 512.574,30.349 C511.834,32.258 511.326,34.438 511.181,37.631 C511.035,40.831 511,41.851 511,50 C511,58.147 511.035,59.17 511.181,62.369 C511.326,65.562 511.834,67.743 512.574,69.651 C513.342,71.625 514.368,73.296 516.035,74.965 C517.703,76.634 519.376,77.658 521.349,78.425 C523.257,79.167 525.438,79.673 528.631,79.82 C531.831,79.965 532.853,80.001 541,80.001 C549.148,80.001 550.169,79.965 553.369,79.82 C556.562,79.673 558.743,79.167 560.652,78.425 C562.623,77.658 564.297,76.634 565.965,74.965 C567.633,73.296 568.659,71.625 569.425,69.651 C570.167,67.743 570.674,65.562 570.82,62.369 C570.966,59.17 571,58.147 571,50 C571,41.851 570.966,40.831 570.82,37.631\"><\/path><\/g><\/g><\/g><\/svg><\/div><div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\"> <div style=\" color:#3897f0; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:550; line-height:18px;\">Les visites sont-elles annul\u00e9es en raison du froid ? 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Jetez un coup d'\u0153il \u00e0 cette vid\u00e9o utile de ma coll\u00e8gue et amie Evelyne pour obtenir des conseils sur la fa\u00e7on de s'habiller en cas de temp\u00e9ratures hivernales extr\u00eames :<\/div><\/div><div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\"><div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg)\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: auto;\"> <div style=\" width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div><\/div><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div><\/div><\/a><p style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CrL0Ks7rA3I\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Une publication partag\u00e9e par La bu\u0302che (@labucheqc)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote>\n<script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-f186757\" data-block-id=\"f186757\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"here-are-some-of-the-most-notorious-quebecois-french-canadian-dishes\">Here are some of the most notorious Quebecois\/French-Canadian dishes:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You can learn more about traditional Quebec foods <a aria-label=\"on this blog posts. (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/fr\/2019\/08\/29\/top-5-most-traditional-foods-quebec\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\"><strong>on this blog post.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Tourti\u00e8re<\/strong> \u2013 A traditional Quebec meat pie, often made with pork, beef, or game meat, and seasoned with spices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tarte au sucre<\/strong> \u2013 A sweet dessert pie made with a filling of maple syrup, brown sugar, butter, and cream.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cipaille<\/strong> \u2013 A hearty, layered meat pie typically made with pork, beef, and sometimes game meat, cooked slowly in a casserole dish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maple syrup<\/strong> \u2013 Quebec is the world\u2019s largest producer of maple syrup, and it\u2019s enjoyed in many forms, from syrup to candies and taffy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cretons<\/strong> \u2013 A pork-based spread flavored with onions, garlic, and spices, typically eaten on bread or crackers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Soupe aux pois<\/strong> \u2013 A traditional Quebec pea soup made with dried peas, ham, and vegetables, often enjoyed during the colder months.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-59cf97f\" data-block-id=\"59cf97f\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-call-to-action stk-block-call-to-action stk-block stk-b1c1ee1 is-style-default\" data-v=\"2\" data-block-id=\"b1c1ee1\"><div class=\"stk-block-call-to-action__content stk-content-align stk-b1c1ee1-column stk-container stk-b1c1ee1-container stk-hover-parent\"><div class=\"has-text-align-center stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-b1c1ee1-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-e927895\" id=\"looking-for-a-quebec-city-food-tour\" data-block-id=\"e927895\"><h3 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\">Looking for a Quebec City Food Tour?<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-text stk-block-text stk-block stk-6926492\" data-block-id=\"6926492\"><p class=\"stk-block-text__text\">HQ Tourism Services has the best and more complete gourmet food tour experience in Quebec City. You will discover amazing restaurants and learn more about the unique qu\u00e9b\u00e9cois cuisine<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-button-group stk-block-button-group stk-block stk-aa3c433\" data-block-id=\"aa3c433\"><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-button-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-button stk-block-button stk-block stk-bff71de\" data-block-id=\"bff71de\"><style>.stk-bff71de .stk-button{background:#cf2e2e !important}<\/style><a class=\"stk-link stk-button stk--hover-effect-darken\" href=\"https:\/\/www-1569q.bookeo.com\/bookeo\/b_hqservicestouristiques_start.html?ctlsrc2=0UORJ6jg7Kius1xBFjjpJ3Og6AcK%2Fy%2BINhCjCyTpPlg%3D&amp;src=02a&amp;promotion=Nomad\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"stk-button__inner-text\">Learn More<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-7b286e9\" data-block-id=\"7b286e9\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"dont-look-down-on-poutine-just-because-it-has-a-weird-name\"><strong>Don\u2019t: Look Down on Poutine Just Because It Has a Weird Name<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, the name <em>poutine<\/em> might sound funny to English speakers, but trust us\u2014this dish is no joke. A glorious combination of crispy fries, squeaky cheese curds, and rich gravy, poutine is Quebec\u2019s most iconic comfort food. It&#8217;s not &#8220;just fries with stuff on top&#8221;; it\u2019s a culinary masterpiece designed to soothe the soul and fill your belly in the most satisfying way possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tourists sometimes turn up their noses at poutine, dismissing it as junk food or thinking it\u2019s too messy. But if you skip it, you\u2019re missing out on an essential Quebecois experience. Whether you try the classic version or one of the gourmet twists (pulled pork, duck confit, or even lobster!), poutine is a must-eat while you&#8217;re here. Bonus points if you eat it at 2 a.m. after a night out\u2014it\u2019s practically a rite of passage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/poutine-ashton-nomad-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"classique poutine at ashton\" class=\"wp-image-8212\" width=\"448\" height=\"597\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Classic poutine with sausages at Ashton<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-cbca91d\" data-block-id=\"cbca91d\"><style>.stk-cbca91d{height:50px !important}<\/style><\/div>\n<cite><strong>BONUS Don\u2019t: Miss Out on Poutine Week if You\u2019re Visiting in February<\/strong><br>If you\u2019re lucky enough to visit Quebec City in February, you\u2019re in for a special treat:<strong> <a aria-label=\"La Semaine de la Poutine (Poutine Week) (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/lapoutineweek.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\"><em>La Semaine de la Poutine<\/em> (Poutine Week)<\/a><\/strong>. This glorious event is a week-long celebration of Quebec\u2019s most beloved dish, featuring restaurants across the city competing to create the most innovative, over-the-top, and delicious versions of poutine.<br>Think beyond the classic fries, cheese curds, and gravy\u2014during Poutine Week, you\u2019ll find everything from poutine topped with smoked meat, foie gras, or lobster to creative versions featuring vegan sauces and international flavors. It\u2019s an indulgent adventure for your taste buds and a fantastic way to dive deeper into Quebec\u2019s food culture.<br><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>So, don\u2019t judge poutine by its name. Embrace the gravy-soaked goodness, and prepare to become a lifelong fan. You\u2019ll leave Quebec City dreaming about your next plate of cheesy, saucy fries. Don&#8217;t be a jerk tourist: try poutine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-13e8a41\" data-block-id=\"13e8a41\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-call-to-action stk-block-call-to-action stk-block stk-4ea575f is-style-default\" data-v=\"2\" data-block-id=\"4ea575f\"><div class=\"stk-block-call-to-action__content stk-content-align stk-4ea575f-column stk-container stk-4ea575f-container stk-hover-parent\"><div class=\"has-text-align-center stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-4ea575f-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-22f9224\" id=\"the-best-poutines-in-quebec-city-in-2025\" data-block-id=\"22f9224\"><h3 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\">The best poutines in Quebec City in 2025<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-text stk-block-text stk-block stk-3a0b92f\" data-block-id=\"3a0b92f\"><p class=\"stk-block-text__text\">For the purpose of this article, I focused on Old Quebec and its surroundings. There are amazing poutines all across my city but if it\u2019s your fist time visiting Quebec City, you\u2019ll probably want to find one in the old historic district or nearby. Let me share with you my personal favorite poutines around Old Quebec.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-button-group stk-block-button-group stk-block stk-3e873f5\" data-block-id=\"3e873f5\"><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-button-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-button stk-block-button stk-block stk-59760cc\" data-block-id=\"59760cc\"><style>.stk-59760cc .stk-button{background:#cf2e2e !important}<\/style><a class=\"stk-link stk-button stk--hover-effect-darken\" href=\"https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/fr\/2019\/10\/09\/the-best-poutines-in-quebec-city\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"stk-button__inner-text\">Discover Poutine<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-85893f4\" data-block-id=\"85893f4\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"dont-block-narrow-sidewalks\"><strong>Don\u2019t: Block Narrow Sidewalks<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Old Quebec\u2019s charming, narrow streets are part of its allure\u2014but they can get crowded fast. Don\u2019t be <em>that person<\/em> who stops in the middle of a busy sidewalk for a selfie or a group chat. If you need to pause, step aside to keep foot traffic flowing. Some of our streets are steep so stopping abruptly can make people behind you slip and fall.  Locals, other tourists and tours guides, including me, will thank you! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-cd2a917\" data-block-id=\"cd2a917\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"399\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/jan-2020-sunrise-1-27.jpg\" alt=\"winter in petit champlain quebec city\" class=\"wp-image-9826\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/jan-2020-sunrise-1-27.jpg 399w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/jan-2020-sunrise-1-27-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/jan-2020-sunrise-1-27-8x12.jpg 8w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/jan-2020-sunrise-1-27-67x100.jpg 67w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/jan-2020-sunrise-1-27-53x80.jpg 53w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/jan-2020-sunrise-1-27-201x303.jpg 201w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/jan-2020-sunrise-1-27-150x226.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 399px) 100vw, 399px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Petit Champlain neighborhood is stunning during the winter months.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-4dd55e3\" data-block-id=\"4dd55e3\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"dont-underestimate-the-weather-\u2744\ufe0f\"><strong>Don\u2019t: Underestimate the Weather<\/strong> \u2744\ufe0f<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Quebec City\u2019s weather is no joke, and underestimating it is a surefire way to stick out as an unprepared tourist. Winters here are cold\u2014<em>seriously<\/em> cold\u2014with temperatures that often dip below -20\u00b0C (-4\u00b0F) and winds that will make you question all your life choices. Locals know this and dress for survival. If you want to blend in, layer up!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Think thick coats, scarves, gloves, hats, and waterproof boots. On very cold days, you&#8217;ll see Quebecers with every inch of skin properly covered. Unless we only need to out just for a few minutes (ex: getting out of the car to go the restaurant), we ALWAYS have something do cover our head. I cannot imagine myself guided around around Old Quebec without my trusty t\u00fbque (winter hat). On the flip side, a tourist showing up in sneakers and a thin jacket screams, \u201cI\u2019m not from here!\u201d and will leave you freezing before you even make it to your first hot chocolate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-60524b0\" data-block-id=\"60524b0\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"400\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Quebec-city-tour-guide.jpg\" alt=\"tour guide dress up in winter clothes\" class=\"wp-image-9772\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Quebec-city-tour-guide.jpg 400w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Quebec-city-tour-guide-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Quebec-city-tour-guide-8x12.jpg 8w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Quebec-city-tour-guide-67x100.jpg 67w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Quebec-city-tour-guide-53x80.jpg 53w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Quebec-city-tour-guide-202x303.jpg 202w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Quebec-city-tour-guide-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">That&#8217;s me: Marie! This is how I dress up in winter<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u26f8\ufe0f Planning a winter visit but worried about finding the right gear? Don\u2019t stress! Check out this<a aria-label=\" blog post by my good friend Xavier, owner of Tours Accolade (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/toursaccolade.com\/en\/for-travellers\/how-to-dress-for-winter-the-ultimate-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\"><strong> blog post by my good friend Xavier, owner of Tours Accolade<\/strong><\/a>. It\u2019s packed with handy tips, clever tricks, and even features some adorable alligators (oui, oui!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u26f8\ufe0f Prefer to travel light and skip the hassle of packing all your winter attire?  <a aria-label=\"T\u00fbques et Bicycles Experience (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/quebecfatbike.com\/location-daccessoires-et-de-vetements-dhiver-au-quebec\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\"><strong>T\u00fbques et Bicycles Experience<\/strong><\/a> has you covered with convenient winter gear rentals\u2014making it easy to stay cozy and enjoy the season!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And don\u2019t assume summer is a breeze either\u2014it can get hot and humid, especially in July and August. Pack breathable clothing and sunscreen to avoid turning into a sunburnt mess. Dressing smart for the weather isn\u2019t just about comfort; it\u2019s about respecting the environment you\u2019re in and showing you\u2019ve done your homework. When in doubt, dress like a local and you\u2019ll stay cozy\u2014and fashionable\u2014no matter the season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-31e7254\" data-block-id=\"31e7254\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"now-on-a-more-positive-note-how-to-be-a-good-tourist-in-quebec-city\">Now, On a More Positive Note: How to Be a Good Tourist in Quebec City<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-95b84ca\" data-block-id=\"95b84ca\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"do-start-every-interaction-with-bonjour\"><strong>Do: Start Every Interaction with \u201cBonjour\u201d<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This one\u2019s simple but crucial. In Quebec, skipping the pleasantries is seen as rude, even among French speakers. Saying \u201cBonjour\u201d before launching into a question or request is a cultural must. It\u2019s not just polite\u2014it\u2019s the social glue that holds interactions together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if your French vocabulary stops there, starting with \u201cBonjour\u201d will set the right tone and make locals more inclined to help. It\u2019s a small thing, but it makes a big difference in how you\u2019re received.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"540\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Untitled-design-7.jpg\" alt=\"Dog friendly tour in Quebec city\" class=\"wp-image-9419\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Untitled-design-7.jpg 540w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Untitled-design-7-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Untitled-design-7-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Untitled-design-7-12x12.jpg 12w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Untitled-design-7-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Untitled-design-7-80x80.jpg 80w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Untitled-design-7-394x394.jpg 394w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Untitled-design-7-303x303.jpg 303w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Do: Bring your dog on tour with me! My Quebec City Tours are dog-friendly.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-24f4f9e\" data-block-id=\"24f4f9e\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"do-explore-beyond-the-old-city-\ud83c\udf7a\"><strong>Do: Explore Beyond the Old City<\/strong> \ud83c\udf7a<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Old Quebec is gorgeous, no question about it, but there\u2019s so much more to discover beyond the city walls. Neighborhoods like Limoilou, St-Roch, and St-Jean offer vibrant local culture, trendy shops, and fantastic restaurants without the tourist crowds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take a stroll through Limoilou to admire its murals and stop by a local caf\u00e9, or head to St-Roch for craft breweries and edgy boutiques. These areas show a different side of Quebec City, and you\u2019ll come away with a richer understanding of what makes the city tick. Shout out to<strong> <a aria-label=\"Quebec Cite (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.quebec-cite.com\/en\/mobile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Quebec Cite<\/a><\/strong> is doing an excellent job at presenting the different neighborhood outside Old Quebec.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-3402f2f\" data-block-id=\"3402f2f\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/travel-tips-quebec-cite.jpg\" alt=\"street art in limoilou\" class=\"wp-image-9990\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/travel-tips-quebec-cite.jpg 600w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/travel-tips-quebec-cite-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/travel-tips-quebec-cite-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/travel-tips-quebec-cite-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/travel-tips-quebec-cite-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/nomadtoursquebec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/travel-tips-quebec-cite-394x263.jpg 394w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Discover unique street art in Limoilou<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-69da7f6\" data-block-id=\"69da7f6\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"do-take-public-transportation\"><strong>Do: Take Public Transportation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Quebec City\u2019s bus system is safe, affordable, and an easy way to get around<strong>. <a aria-label=\"Download the RTC Nomade  (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rtcquebec.ca\/en\/useful-information\/stay-informed\/rtcs-real-time-nomade\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Download the RTC Nomade <\/a><\/strong>app to plan your routes and check schedules. Single rides cost $3.75 (as of 2024), but note that you\u2019ll need cash or pre-purchased tickets (using the<a aria-label=\" RTC Paiement App (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rtcquebec.ca\/en\/rates-and-purchase\/purchase-and-points-sale\/rtc-nomade-paiement\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\"> <strong>RTC Paiement App<\/strong><\/a>) \u2014credit cards aren\u2019t accepted yet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Drivers are friendly and usually happy to give directions if you\u2019re unsure where to get off. Taking the bus is not only practical but also a great way to experience the city like a local.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-8bf0857\" data-block-id=\"8bf0857\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DAbFSEPK2b_\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\"><div style=\"padding:16px;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DAbFSEPK2b_\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" background:#FFFFFF; line-height:0; padding:0 0; text-align:center; text-decoration:none; width:100%;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <div style=\" display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\"> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div> <div style=\"display:block; height:50px; margin:0 auto 12px; width:50px;\"><svg width=\"50px\" height=\"50px\" viewbox=\"0 0 60 60\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"><g stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><g transform=\"translate(-511.000000, -20.000000)\" fill=\"#000000\"><g><path d=\"M556.869,30.41 C554.814,30.41 553.148,32.076 553.148,34.131 C553.148,36.186 554.814,37.852 556.869,37.852 C558.924,37.852 560.59,36.186 560.59,34.131 C560.59,32.076 558.924,30.41 556.869,30.41 M541,60.657 C535.114,60.657 530.342,55.887 530.342,50 C530.342,44.114 535.114,39.342 541,39.342 C546.887,39.342 551.658,44.114 551.658,50 C551.658,55.887 546.887,60.657 541,60.657 M541,33.886 C532.1,33.886 524.886,41.1 524.886,50 C524.886,58.899 532.1,66.113 541,66.113 C549.9,66.113 557.115,58.899 557.115,50 C557.115,41.1 549.9,33.886 541,33.886 M565.378,62.101 C565.244,65.022 564.756,66.606 564.346,67.663 C563.803,69.06 563.154,70.057 562.106,71.106 C561.058,72.155 560.06,72.803 558.662,73.347 C557.607,73.757 556.021,74.244 553.102,74.378 C549.944,74.521 548.997,74.552 541,74.552 C533.003,74.552 532.056,74.521 528.898,74.378 C525.979,74.244 524.393,73.757 523.338,73.347 C521.94,72.803 520.942,72.155 519.894,71.106 C518.846,70.057 518.197,69.06 517.654,67.663 C517.244,66.606 516.755,65.022 516.623,62.101 C516.479,58.943 516.448,57.996 516.448,50 C516.448,42.003 516.479,41.056 516.623,37.899 C516.755,34.978 517.244,33.391 517.654,32.338 C518.197,30.938 518.846,29.942 519.894,28.894 C520.942,27.846 521.94,27.196 523.338,26.654 C524.393,26.244 525.979,25.756 528.898,25.623 C532.057,25.479 533.004,25.448 541,25.448 C548.997,25.448 549.943,25.479 553.102,25.623 C556.021,25.756 557.607,26.244 558.662,26.654 C560.06,27.196 561.058,27.846 562.106,28.894 C563.154,29.942 563.803,30.938 564.346,32.338 C564.756,33.391 565.244,34.978 565.378,37.899 C565.522,41.056 565.552,42.003 565.552,50 C565.552,57.996 565.522,58.943 565.378,62.101 M570.82,37.631 C570.674,34.438 570.167,32.258 569.425,30.349 C568.659,28.377 567.633,26.702 565.965,25.035 C564.297,23.368 562.623,22.342 560.652,21.575 C558.743,20.834 556.562,20.326 553.369,20.18 C550.169,20.033 549.148,20 541,20 C532.853,20 531.831,20.033 528.631,20.18 C525.438,20.326 523.257,20.834 521.349,21.575 C519.376,22.342 517.703,23.368 516.035,25.035 C514.368,26.702 513.342,28.377 512.574,30.349 C511.834,32.258 511.326,34.438 511.181,37.631 C511.035,40.831 511,41.851 511,50 C511,58.147 511.035,59.17 511.181,62.369 C511.326,65.562 511.834,67.743 512.574,69.651 C513.342,71.625 514.368,73.296 516.035,74.965 C517.703,76.634 519.376,77.658 521.349,78.425 C523.257,79.167 525.438,79.673 528.631,79.82 C531.831,79.965 532.853,80.001 541,80.001 C549.148,80.001 550.169,79.965 553.369,79.82 C556.562,79.673 558.743,79.167 560.652,78.425 C562.623,77.658 564.297,76.634 565.965,74.965 C567.633,73.296 568.659,71.625 569.425,69.651 C570.167,67.743 570.674,65.562 570.82,62.369 C570.966,59.17 571,58.147 571,50 C571,41.851 570.966,40.831 570.82,37.631\"><\/path><\/g><\/g><\/g><\/svg><\/div><div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\"> <div style=\" color:#3897f0; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:550; line-height:18px;\">Les visites sont-elles annul\u00e9es en raison du froid ? Pas du tout ! Sauf en cas de forte temp\u00eate de neige, les visites et les activit\u00e9s se d\u00e9roulent comme pr\u00e9vu. Vous pr\u00e9voyez visiter Qu\u00e9bec en hiver ? Jetez un coup d'\u0153il \u00e0 cette vid\u00e9o utile de ma coll\u00e8gue et amie Evelyne pour obtenir des conseils sur la fa\u00e7on de s'habiller en cas de temp\u00e9ratures hivernales extr\u00eames :<\/div><\/div><div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\"><div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg)\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: auto;\"> <div style=\" width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div><\/div><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div><\/div><\/a><p style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DAbFSEPK2b_\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Une publication partag\u00e9e par R\u00e9seau Transport Capitale (@rtc.qc)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote>\n<script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-746b350\" data-block-id=\"746b350\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"do-take-a-city-tour-with-a-passionate-local-\ud83d\udeb6\u200d\u2640\ufe0f-\ud83d\udcf8\"><strong>Do: Take a City Tour with a Passionate Local!<\/strong> \ud83d\udeb6\u200d\u2640\ufe0f\ud83d\udcf8<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to explore Quebec City like a true insider? Join me, Marie-Pierre, for a private walking tour with <em>Nomad Tours Quebec<\/em>! I\u2019ll show you the best spots, share stories, and help you discover the charm and history of Old Quebec.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C_6uouIz0pK\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\"><div style=\"padding:16px;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C_6uouIz0pK\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" background:#FFFFFF; line-height:0; padding:0 0; text-align:center; text-decoration:none; width:100%;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <div style=\" display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\"> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div> <div style=\"display:block; height:50px; margin:0 auto 12px; width:50px;\"><svg width=\"50px\" height=\"50px\" viewbox=\"0 0 60 60\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"><g stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><g transform=\"translate(-511.000000, -20.000000)\" fill=\"#000000\"><g><path d=\"M556.869,30.41 C554.814,30.41 553.148,32.076 553.148,34.131 C553.148,36.186 554.814,37.852 556.869,37.852 C558.924,37.852 560.59,36.186 560.59,34.131 C560.59,32.076 558.924,30.41 556.869,30.41 M541,60.657 C535.114,60.657 530.342,55.887 530.342,50 C530.342,44.114 535.114,39.342 541,39.342 C546.887,39.342 551.658,44.114 551.658,50 C551.658,55.887 546.887,60.657 541,60.657 M541,33.886 C532.1,33.886 524.886,41.1 524.886,50 C524.886,58.899 532.1,66.113 541,66.113 C549.9,66.113 557.115,58.899 557.115,50 C557.115,41.1 549.9,33.886 541,33.886 M565.378,62.101 C565.244,65.022 564.756,66.606 564.346,67.663 C563.803,69.06 563.154,70.057 562.106,71.106 C561.058,72.155 560.06,72.803 558.662,73.347 C557.607,73.757 556.021,74.244 553.102,74.378 C549.944,74.521 548.997,74.552 541,74.552 C533.003,74.552 532.056,74.521 528.898,74.378 C525.979,74.244 524.393,73.757 523.338,73.347 C521.94,72.803 520.942,72.155 519.894,71.106 C518.846,70.057 518.197,69.06 517.654,67.663 C517.244,66.606 516.755,65.022 516.623,62.101 C516.479,58.943 516.448,57.996 516.448,50 C516.448,42.003 516.479,41.056 516.623,37.899 C516.755,34.978 517.244,33.391 517.654,32.338 C518.197,30.938 518.846,29.942 519.894,28.894 C520.942,27.846 521.94,27.196 523.338,26.654 C524.393,26.244 525.979,25.756 528.898,25.623 C532.057,25.479 533.004,25.448 541,25.448 C548.997,25.448 549.943,25.479 553.102,25.623 C556.021,25.756 557.607,26.244 558.662,26.654 C560.06,27.196 561.058,27.846 562.106,28.894 C563.154,29.942 563.803,30.938 564.346,32.338 C564.756,33.391 565.244,34.978 565.378,37.899 C565.522,41.056 565.552,42.003 565.552,50 C565.552,57.996 565.522,58.943 565.378,62.101 M570.82,37.631 C570.674,34.438 570.167,32.258 569.425,30.349 C568.659,28.377 567.633,26.702 565.965,25.035 C564.297,23.368 562.623,22.342 560.652,21.575 C558.743,20.834 556.562,20.326 553.369,20.18 C550.169,20.033 549.148,20 541,20 C532.853,20 531.831,20.033 528.631,20.18 C525.438,20.326 523.257,20.834 521.349,21.575 C519.376,22.342 517.703,23.368 516.035,25.035 C514.368,26.702 513.342,28.377 512.574,30.349 C511.834,32.258 511.326,34.438 511.181,37.631 C511.035,40.831 511,41.851 511,50 C511,58.147 511.035,59.17 511.181,62.369 C511.326,65.562 511.834,67.743 512.574,69.651 C513.342,71.625 514.368,73.296 516.035,74.965 C517.703,76.634 519.376,77.658 521.349,78.425 C523.257,79.167 525.438,79.673 528.631,79.82 C531.831,79.965 532.853,80.001 541,80.001 C549.148,80.001 550.169,79.965 553.369,79.82 C556.562,79.673 558.743,79.167 560.652,78.425 C562.623,77.658 564.297,76.634 565.965,74.965 C567.633,73.296 568.659,71.625 569.425,69.651 C570.167,67.743 570.674,65.562 570.82,62.369 C570.966,59.17 571,58.147 571,50 C571,41.851 570.966,40.831 570.82,37.631\"><\/path><\/g><\/g><\/g><\/svg><\/div><div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\"> <div style=\" color:#3897f0; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:550; line-height:18px;\">Les visites sont-elles annul\u00e9es en raison du froid ? 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Jetez un coup d'\u0153il \u00e0 cette vid\u00e9o utile de ma coll\u00e8gue et amie Evelyne pour obtenir des conseils sur la fa\u00e7on de s'habiller en cas de temp\u00e9ratures hivernales extr\u00eames :<\/div><\/div><div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\"><div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div> <div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg)\"><\/div><\/div><div style=\"margin-left: auto;\"> <div style=\" width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div> <div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div><\/div><\/div> <div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\"> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div> <div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div><\/div><\/a><p style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C_6uouIz0pK\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Une publication partag\u00e9e par Marie-Pierre Lessard (@nomad.tours.quebec)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote>\n<script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-spacer stk-block-spacer stk--no-padding stk-block stk-baa1755\" data-block-id=\"baa1755\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-call-to-action stk-block-call-to-action stk-block stk-be4c69d is-style-default\" data-v=\"2\" data-block-id=\"be4c69d\"><div class=\"stk-block-call-to-action__content stk-content-align stk-be4c69d-column stk-container stk-be4c69d-container stk-hover-parent\"><div class=\"has-text-align-center stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-be4c69d-inner-blocks\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-207a1c7\" id=\"book-your-quebec-city-tour-today\" data-block-id=\"207a1c7\"><h3 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\">Book Your Quebec City Tour Today!<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-text stk-block-text stk-block stk-0be8a22\" data-block-id=\"0be8a22\"><p class=\"stk-block-text__text\">From hidden gems to iconic landmarks, my personalized tours give you a deeper connection to this beautiful city. 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You know, the one who unintentionally (or intentionally) annoys locals and leaves a trail of rolled eyes and awkward silences in their wake. 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You know, the one who unintentionally (or intentionally) annoys locals and leaves a trail of rolled eyes and awkward silences in their wake. Here\u2019s a quick guide to how not to be a jerk tourist, help you blend in and enjoy the best of Quebec City without stepping on cultural toes. Allons-y! 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