We LOVED our time in Quebec City! We were actually surprised at how many things we could do for under $100. The spa and the ice hotel were so much fun - definitely check them out when you go! Have you been to Quebec City? If so, what other places should we check out next time we visit? (p.s. Our French is pretty much non-existent so sorry in advance for our mispronunciation)
- Île d'Orléans (Orleans Island) - 20 min from downtown Quebec - Chutes Montmorency (Montmorency Falls) - 20 min from downtown Quebec. - Marché de Noël Allemand (German Christmas Market) - Old Quebec (Nov. 24th to Dec. 24th) - Microbrasseries (Microbreweries) - Multiple locations - Quebec (province) has the best beer outside of Belgium - Pubs et Bistros (Pubs and Bistros) - Multiple locations - Not Montreal, but Quebec has some amazing food - La Citadelle (19th century fortress) - Old Quebec - Festival d'été de Québec (Quebec summer music festival) - Old Quebec - One of the greatest (July) - Église, basilique, sanctuaire, etc. (Churches, basilicas, sanctuaries, etc.) - Multiple locations - Etc. Etc. Etc.
@@tudormiller887 If you only speak English you're better off in Montreal. Quebec city, like the rest of the province is mainly French. I find our quality of life to be amazing on so many levels (housing, food, entertainment, etc.)
Hey question on the ice hotel do you happen to know if you can get there by bus? I will take a taxi there if I must I don't drive. Thanks fir showcasing it in your video it looks amazing. Your video overall was amazing and your choose of music wow especially in the petit Champlain Segment wow what music so upbeat really pulls you into the experience:)
No idea if you are aware of it but the Chateau Frontenac is more than the most photographed hotel in the world, it's also in one of the rooms of this hotel that all the allies leaders planned the D-Day landing. It is an important piece of history.
Quebec is such an amazing place! I try to go multiple times a year! As a couple, it's probably a 1/4 of the price compared to the same time spent at Disney. The food in Quebec and Montreal is next level. Probably the foody capital of the world.
Great video! I went to the Winter Carnaval in Quebec City for the first time in 2020. LOVED it!! I didn't even have that much money but enjoyed everything so much. The very best things about Quebec City are the people - so warm, friendly, and down to earth. I've already made plans to return in 2024. Can't wait! I'm a horrible ice skater, but I might even extend my trip to Ottawa to skate the Rideau Canal.
I was bon and raised in Quebec City, though now live on Canada's west coast. Thank you ever so much for show-casing my former stomping grounds. B, what a trooper for donning skates and trying it out, kudos to you!!
@@vanhallaadventures I'm from Quebec city and I go at that spa all the time. If you ever come back in summer I recommend you visit Ile D'Orlean. Its only 10 minutes away from the center of the city and its a completly different vibe, vineyard, farms, amazing sunsets, great restaurants.
We haven’t been to Quebec City in years - it’s such a beautiful city! I always thought the ice hotel would be very $$$. A day pass sounds like a great option. Thanks for sharing!
Im taking my nephew to Old Quebec city in July....he's been there before with his dad ( my brother) but, he wants a more relaxed visit this time lol , not so regimen...I think I'm more excited to visit than he is
A fun video. You sold Quebec well. Many years ago I went with my family to Eastern Canada, including Quebec, but the memories are dim. My wife and I have been to the Montreal region a few times. She has French canadian roots, but Quebec seems to have been beyond our reach by car. Also, the locals and we have difficulty speaking Parisian French vs. Quebecois. We still do talk about making a trip to Quebec City and should do so before it's too late !
Went to old quebec city past February for winter fest modeled my whole trip after watching your blog had the best time thanks for all the tips I tell all my friends just watch what 100 dollars youtube and that was my trip ha ha ha thanks so much
It's never been on my bucket list... But will be adding it for sure. Thanks for showing it to a 🇨🇦. Not convinced I'd ever go in the winter!!!! Maybe a Kingston, Montreal, Quebec city road trip is in order. Need to see the thousand islands in the St Lawrence again... Or is it ten thousand islands???
You should go, especially in the Winter. It is super cold in Quebec City, but there are so many places to warm yourself for free or really cheap. There is something about being there in the winter that brings people together in a good way. I traveled there alone, yet I felt completely at home and welcomed. Lots of really good warming food and drink inexpensively. The people are so warm and friendly too.
Fantastic video! My partner and I just booked our stay in March and been watching tons of touring videos in old Quebec. This video made me smile and made me even more excited about our trip! What month did you guys go?
Something about the Strom Spa, if you pay an extra $29 CAD (that's what it was last time I went) you have access to the Laga Floating Baths which is a salt water pool with so much salt that you literally float. I nearly fell asleep each time I went, it was so relaxing. I highly recommend it.
There are so many restaurants that serve them, all over the city. They are British in origin, very good, but very expensive compared to food in the US. Every food bill was around $80 with only buckwheat crepe and water to drink. No alcohol no appetizers, no desserts just two measly crepes
Great video! Planning a quick trip there and super helpful. Can you tell me what time you traveled there? Curious about the snow i'm seeing in the video!
I've seen these 'aids' or what have you for new ice skaters lately, but I don't recall them being available while growing up during the 70s and 80s. Took a little class when I was younger and got a little green patch for completing the first phase of beginning ice skating. (easier when younger, I'm sure. center of gravity a lot lower and the fall wouldn't hurt as much on the hips, etc) lol. curious when these walker/skater/aid things surfaced? they use them here for beginners (special little ones for kids) at City Hall here in Philly.
Very nice video, but there is a slight mistake when you talk about the oldest church in North America. This honour goes to the church of Notre-Dame-des-Victoires, which is the church you indeed show in the video (around 1:52), but it is not the basilica of Quebec City. The cathedral of Quebec City is located in the upper town, in front of the town hall. I know for sure, since I am born and live here! Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Its amazing how the 2 get so often mixed up, especially since the basilica is much more imposing. I guess because English speakers don't realize "Notre Dame" is a common denominator for most catholic churches in French, its not like a proper name of only one church
Hello. Did most of the people speak English or did you need to know some French? Besides walking, how did you traverse Quebec City- uber, train? The spa looked amazing. I'm considering a visit.
Pretty much everyone spoke English but they do like it when you try to speak French. Like “hello, good morning, good evening, good night, do you speak English?, my French is not very good.” Phrases like that will help. Thanks for watching!
Thank you for such an informative video. We’re planning on going in October for a couple days on our way to visit my step daughter who lives a couple hours away. I was wondering the name of the hotel. I was searching for the name and apologize if you mentioned it and I missed it lol Thank you :)
Actually funicular isn't a French word, it comes from a latin word funiculus meaning small rope. Thats just what they are called! It WAS influenced by the French word funiculaire, however, which means "relating to a cord under tension." Can't wait to ride it soon!
You should come to Ottawa. Brian can practice skating on the longest outdoor rink ink the world. The Rideau canal isn’t just h go or skating. In the summer theirs boat rentals and when you come an hour south of Ottawa you can rent luxury boats that sleep multiple people. The whole region is gorgeous and right across the bridge is Quebec. Montreal is only an hour and a half to Ottawa. We live outside a small historic town with home dating in the 1800’s. You really should explore Ontario.
We’d love to visit! Next time we will stay for longer. I wish we had had more time though eastern canada is totally new to us so I’m excited for another reason to come back.
OMG so when I was younger, I read the little house on the prairie books and one of them talked about Laura when she was young making something like maple Taffy in the winter!
When I looked the rooms for Auberge Saint-Pierre were like $375 a night. How did you get it for $88?? Are there some tricks you can share with us on how you get a discount?
Very nice city, very nice and informative video, very nice channel, thank you!! Im traveling next week to Quebec and I saw you have some Drone footage. Its allowed to fly with no issues? I have a DJI Mini 2, under 249 grams. Thanks @vanhallaadventures
Our subs are mainly US based as we are so we veer towards USD pricing (though we did debate on that when making the video but generally most people would have to then look up currency exchange.) But next time we will keep that in mind. Thanks Timothy!
We LOVED our time in Quebec City! We were actually surprised at how many things we could do for under $100. The spa and the ice hotel were so much fun - definitely check them out when you go! Have you been to Quebec City? If so, what other places should we check out next time we visit? (p.s. Our French is pretty much non-existent so sorry in advance for our mispronunciation)
Would Quebec be better to visit rather than move to permanently ? Watching in the UK.
- Île d'Orléans (Orleans Island) - 20 min from downtown Quebec
- Chutes Montmorency (Montmorency Falls) - 20 min from downtown Quebec.
- Marché de Noël Allemand (German Christmas Market) - Old Quebec (Nov. 24th to Dec. 24th)
- Microbrasseries (Microbreweries) - Multiple locations - Quebec (province) has the best beer outside of Belgium
- Pubs et Bistros (Pubs and Bistros) - Multiple locations - Not Montreal, but Quebec has some amazing food
- La Citadelle (19th century fortress) - Old Quebec
- Festival d'été de Québec (Quebec summer music festival) - Old Quebec - One of the greatest (July)
- Église, basilique, sanctuaire, etc. (Churches, basilicas, sanctuaries, etc.) - Multiple locations
- Etc. Etc. Etc.
@@tudormiller887 If you only speak English you're better off in Montreal. Quebec city, like the rest of the province is mainly French. I find our quality of life to be amazing on so many levels (housing, food, entertainment, etc.)
Can you just get a daypass and visit the ice hotel? You can visit without staying?
Hey question on the ice hotel do you happen to know if you can get there by bus? I will take a taxi there if I must I don't drive. Thanks fir showcasing it in your video it looks amazing. Your video overall was amazing and your choose of music wow especially in the petit Champlain Segment wow what music so upbeat really pulls you into the experience:)
No idea if you are aware of it but the Chateau Frontenac is more than the most photographed hotel in the world, it's also in one of the rooms of this hotel that all the allies leaders planned the D-Day landing. It is an important piece of history.
Very nice hotel with LOTS of history :)
It's also where Convicted child rapist Justin truduea stayed ...Quebecs child rapist PM ..and his supporters All live in Quebec ...
Wow! I have to look into this! Thank you for the info!
That maple taffy - FANTASTIC! How can something be so simple, yet so good?????
Great job showcasing old Quebec City. Such a beautiful place and lots of history. Job well done....much appreciated.
Quebec is such an amazing place! I try to go multiple times a year! As a couple, it's probably a 1/4 of the price compared to the same time spent at Disney. The food in Quebec and Montreal is next level. Probably the foody capital of the world.
Great video! I went to the Winter Carnaval in Quebec City for the first time in 2020. LOVED it!! I didn't even have that much money but enjoyed everything so much. The very best things about Quebec City are the people - so warm, friendly, and down to earth. I've already made plans to return in 2024. Can't wait! I'm a horrible ice skater, but I might even extend my trip to Ottawa to skate the Rideau Canal.
I LOVE Quebec City. My favorite city in Canada
Great video guys .. im so glad you tried maple taffy .. soo yummm … Brian you did fantastic on skates for the first time.
Thanks Tammy!
I was bon and raised in Quebec City, though now live on Canada's west coast. Thank you ever so much for show-casing my former stomping grounds. B, what a trooper for donning skates and trying it out, kudos to you!!
How did you walk those hills in the winter?? I absolutely love it tho!!
@@michelebolda5614 A lot of times we skated to school, no lie. But most of the time we walked VERY carefully!!
Wow you did a wonderful job showing us beautiful Québec city, I'm actually from Québec and I never realized we were in such a beautiful city ❤
Glad you enjoyed it! We LOVE Quebec! (and I think about the Spa ALL THE TIME...)
@@vanhallaadventures I'm from Quebec city and I go at that spa all the time. If you ever come back in summer I recommend you visit Ile D'Orlean. Its only 10 minutes away from the center of the city and its a completly different vibe, vineyard, farms, amazing sunsets, great restaurants.
We haven’t been to Quebec City in years - it’s such a beautiful city!
I always thought the ice hotel would be very $$$. A day pass sounds like a great option. Thanks for sharing!
The ice hotel is very expensive to stay the night.
But the day pass is totally worth it!
You two are very enjoyable to watch! Great video!!
Im taking my nephew to Old Quebec city in July....he's been there before with his dad ( my brother) but, he wants a more relaxed visit this time lol , not so regimen...I think I'm more excited to visit than he is
A fun video. You sold Quebec well. Many years ago I went with my family to Eastern Canada, including Quebec, but the memories are dim. My wife and I have been to the Montreal region a few times. She has French canadian roots, but Quebec seems to have been beyond our reach by car. Also, the locals and we have difficulty speaking Parisian French vs. Quebecois. We still do talk about making a trip to Quebec City and should do so before it's too late !
Thank you for doing this piece on Quebec City. I live about 150 milles from Quebec City and you made me want to rediscover it. 🙏👍
You should!
Went to old quebec city past February for winter fest modeled my whole trip after watching your blog had the best time thanks for all the tips I tell all my friends just watch what 100 dollars youtube and that was my trip ha ha ha thanks so much
Great to hear!
I’m heading to Quebec next month and I’m going to the Strom Spa! So glad to see it was part of your video! 😍 Looks so relaxing!
Strom Spa is the best!
It's never been on my bucket list... But will be adding it for sure. Thanks for showing it to a 🇨🇦. Not convinced I'd ever go in the winter!!!! Maybe a Kingston, Montreal, Quebec city road trip is in order. Need to see the thousand islands in the St Lawrence again... Or is it ten thousand islands???
Oh I’ve never heard of that! That sounds magical!
The houses, cottages & a mansion here and there are really amazing.
You should go, especially in the Winter. It is super cold in Quebec City, but there are so many places to warm yourself for free or really cheap. There is something about being there in the winter that brings people together in a good way. I traveled there alone, yet I felt completely at home and welcomed. Lots of really good warming food and drink inexpensively. The people are so warm and friendly too.
I have been back home in Michigan for only one day, and I can't wait to go back!!
Fantastic video! My partner and I just booked our stay in March and been watching tons of touring videos in old Quebec. This video made me smile and made me even more excited about our trip! What month did you guys go?
Thank you! We loved Quebec :) We were there in early March so hopefully you have nice-ish weather like we did to walk around - have fun!
I love Quebec City.
Something about the Strom Spa, if you pay an extra $29 CAD (that's what it was last time I went) you have access to the Laga Floating Baths which is a salt water pool with so much salt that you literally float. I nearly fell asleep each time I went, it was so relaxing. I highly recommend it.
Yes we saw that! Unfortunately it was fully booked when we were there 😞
2:09 My house!!! Maison Langlois - been there many times.
thx for the review , im from quebec and feels like missing out lol
Haha! We miss that spa and Quebec in general. Such a beautiful city ☺️
Thank you for the video! So cool! New here… looking forward to seeing more of your videos! Have a wonderful Sunday. ❤🎉❤🎉❤
Thank you! You too!
I couldn’t breathe watching Brian skate 😭😂 definitely priceless!!
Haha 😂 right?! It was my fav part of the trip (besides the spa)
Brian has me beat by a mile. I am a long time wall hugger!
Thanks for the info. We are going at the end of the month. First time…..
Great information! I missed where the GF crepes were from. Can you let us know? Thank you!
There are so many restaurants that serve them, all over the city. They are British in origin, very good, but very expensive compared to food in the US.
Every food bill was around $80 with only buckwheat crepe and water to drink. No alcohol no appetizers, no desserts just two measly crepes
Quebec! Looks like a lot of fun. Thanks for Shari g.
Great video! Planning a quick trip there and super helpful. Can you tell me what time you traveled there? Curious about the snow i'm seeing in the video!
Thank you!
We were in Quebec City around Feb/Mar 2023.
Great video. Thank you 😊 Can you tell me which hotel did you sleep 😴 👋
The slide was totally neat and unexpected in the ice hotel/palace/thing place.
That’s what we thought too! Such a fun idea.
Great video! Could you tell me when you were there? Trying to figure out the weather
Thanks for watching!
We were there early March 2023.
That was a cool place and wow do you research cheap placesyou did great love the spa
Always researching!
Thank you!
😀
Really beautiful!!! We are planning our trip up there in a month! Can you tell me for the spa services how you booked/what pass to get that rate?
I've seen these 'aids' or what have you for new ice skaters lately, but I don't recall them being available while growing up during the 70s and 80s. Took a little class when I was younger and got a little green patch for completing the first phase of beginning ice skating. (easier when younger, I'm sure. center of gravity a lot lower and the fall wouldn't hurt as much on the hips, etc) lol. curious when these walker/skater/aid things surfaced? they use them here for beginners (special little ones for kids) at City Hall here in Philly.
Ha true - always thinking of our hips as we get older! I’m not sure when that started but they are really helpful, like a little security blanket.
Very nice video, but there is a slight mistake when you talk about the oldest church in North America. This honour goes to the church of Notre-Dame-des-Victoires, which is the church you indeed show in the video (around 1:52), but it is not the basilica of Quebec City. The cathedral of Quebec City is located in the upper town, in front of the town hall. I know for sure, since I am born and live here! Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Its amazing how the 2 get so often mixed up, especially since the basilica is much more imposing. I guess because English speakers don't realize "Notre Dame" is a common denominator for most catholic churches in French, its not like a proper name of only one church
I was so glad to see you go a the Strom spa! I love it so much there and this is the first video mentionning it!
Now I really wanna go again
We absolutely love Strom Spa!
You guys are great! You really make me want to see these places😁
You should!
Nice place to visit, I just don't like the cold, but it's better than taking dust right 🤧
Hello. Did most of the people speak English or did you need to know some French? Besides walking, how did you traverse Quebec City- uber, train? The spa looked amazing. I'm considering a visit.
Pretty much everyone spoke English but they do like it when you try to speak French. Like “hello, good morning, good evening, good night, do you speak English?, my French is not very good.”
Phrases like that will help.
Thanks for watching!
@@vanhallaadventures Thank you.
Amazing!!! Have you also been to Montreal?
Great video! Thanks for sharing. Which month was your trip to Quebec City? I am planning to go but I am wondering how cold it gets there? Thanks.
This is great. What time of year did you visit?
Thanks we were there March 2023.
You missed going to Restaurant Aux Anciens Canadiennes .A must go to and prettiest and oldest building in Quebec City
Thank you for such an informative video. We’re planning on going in October for a couple days on our way to visit my step daughter who lives a couple hours away. I was wondering the name of the hotel. I was searching for the name and apologize if you mentioned it and I missed it lol
Thank you :)
Glad this video was helpful for you!
Hotel info: Auberge Saint-Pierre
Absolutely amazing and beautiful!! Thank you for sharing! Continued prayers and much love to yas!!!😘👍😊
No prayers thanks nutter
i recently visited, and it's so damn beautiful
Such a great video Crystal. Really impressive, thank you xxx
one french onion soup and one coffee and boom the 100$ is gone..especially in the old Québec
Actually funicular isn't a French word, it comes from a latin word funiculus meaning small rope. Thats just what they are called! It WAS influenced by the French word funiculaire, however, which means "relating to a cord under tension." Can't wait to ride it soon!
That thing's official name is "funiculaire" anyway
At the beginning, you mixed up the Notre-Dame des Victoires church and the Notre-Dame basilica.
This is great and loved the drone footage. Were you able to fly the drone from the ferry?
Yes! It was a bit nerve wracking but we did it! Thank you :)
What’s the name of the hotel? What time of the year you went? Thanks much!!
Would you please tell the temp when you were visiting?
Auberge Saint-Pierre
March 2023
30°-34°F
Great video! Can you link your coat?! I love it!
Looks amazing! Plan to go someday. How did you get around in the city from the hotel to spa etc? Were you able to walk or did you need a car? Thanks!
It’s a 1.5 mile walk to the spa from old city. However we had a car so we drove.
But besides that, we walked all over Old City.
Walk. It's way more fun.
You should come to Ottawa. Brian can practice skating on the longest outdoor rink ink the world. The Rideau canal isn’t just h go or skating. In the summer theirs boat rentals and when you come an hour south of Ottawa you can rent luxury boats that sleep multiple people. The whole region is gorgeous and right across the bridge is Quebec. Montreal is only an hour and a half to Ottawa. We live outside a small historic town with home dating in the 1800’s. You really should explore Ontario.
We’d love to visit! Next time we will stay for longer. I wish we had had more time though eastern canada is totally new to us so I’m excited for another reason to come back.
Wow, excellent video thank you!
Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching :)
OMG so when I was younger, I read the little house on the prairie books and one of them talked about Laura when she was young making something like maple Taffy in the winter!
Instant subsribe
Thank you
What hotel did u stay in??? I’m looking for a hotel before a cruise in July
St Pierre Auberge
my boyfriend is living quebec montreal.. i wish i coukld be there too..
what hotel did you stay in for 88.00? I am going to Quebec City in December and looking for a hotel. thank you ! love your channel
Auberge Saint-Pierre
The rates are always changing.
We used booking.com
We looked it up it was $300+ per night !
I live there and I havent done half the stuff you did in quebec city, what a shame lol
Thanks!! 😊
What kind of spa did u booked. ? Tnx
The Strom Spa
Where did you get the tourist map?
The hotel you stayed at started at 400.00 a night!
Not when we were there. 🤷♂️
In the higher tourist season yes, but in the winter it's more affordable prices
Where did you recommend parking visiting old Quebec ?
what is the name of the hotel and it's location please
St Pierre Auberge in Old Quebec City.
The rates are always changing.
feel we got lucky with the rate.
Thank you for quick response
did I miss it? where did you stay?
It’s in the comments.
St Pierre Auberge
When I looked the rooms for Auberge Saint-Pierre were like $375 a night. How did you get it for $88?? Are there some tricks you can share with us on how you get a discount?
Prices are low during winter,i guess
Hi could hou share the name of the hotel you stayed at? Thanks!
Auberge Saint-Pierre
@@vanhallaadventures Thanks!
what hotel did yall stay at???
St Pierre Auberge
What hotel did you stay at
Auberge St Pierre
It should be in the video description.
What was the name of your hotel, please?
St Pierre-Auberge
LOLLL MON FRERE!! TWIST
What month was this?
March 2023
What's the hotel?
It’s in the comments.
St Pierre Auberge
❤❤❤
What is the name of the hotel ? please
Hotel is listed in the description
Auberge St Pierre..
Where did you stay?
Auberge St Pierre
$100 in quebec city will buy you a poutine , a beer and a trinket souvenir LOL
A lot more than that! SO much free and cheap stuff in Quebec!
What was the hotels name
Auberge Saint-Pierre
Flower
home of the iconic celine dion
$40 US for a crepe? That’s almost half of the hotel rate!
I know that was kind of misleading.
It was actually breakfast for two @ $20 each.
Very nice city, very nice and informative video, very nice channel, thank you!! Im traveling next week to Quebec and I saw you have some Drone footage. Its allowed to fly with no issues? I have a DJI Mini 2, under 249 grams. Thanks @vanhallaadventures
Quebec city isn't the oldest city in Canada , St John New Brunswick is older . founded in 1604 ..
Interesting.. I found information online that stated otherwise but thanks for the heads up.
it's the oldest city in what was New France , Nouvelle France , yes it was called New France , not Canada , crazy right ?
@@vanhallaadventures
Really good video, but I wished you had posted prices in Canadian funds and not USD ..
Our subs are mainly US based as we are so we veer towards USD pricing (though we did debate on that when making the video but generally most people would have to then look up currency exchange.) But next time we will keep that in mind. Thanks Timothy!
"Hangry" vs Mangry LOL! just commenting like Mystery Science Theater guys or what have you. sorry for multiple posts.
I miss that show!
@@vanhallaadventures thank you. yes. it was kind of cool take on people watching movies. wishing you guys luck on your next trip or adventure. 💗💗
crapes 40 dollars? is that a typo?
Québec is Canada oldest city.
Lol, not much! That’s for sure! Super expensive! Taxes are ridiculous as well!
There is a lot to do for cheap in Quebec! We thought it was one of the most beautiful cities with great almost-free options :)
Did she say America?
that was not a real poutine
Hola presiosa saludos un abrazo desde Curazao feliz dia
I don't hardly see any English speaking videos on Trois Rivieres Canada which is even more French than Quebec City.
shouldve done it canadian dollars LOL